Medical Assistant Instructor; Part-time) Newport News, VA

Newport News, VA

Training Tomorrow's Technicians
to Become Skilled, Employable, and Essential

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At Cotulla Education, home to the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, Tidewater Tech, and American Lineman College, we are dedicated to transforming lives through hands-on, career-focused education. Our mission is to empower students to achieve their professional dreams in high-demand fields like aviation, healthcare, information technology, and skilled trades. With experienced faculty providing personalized support, our graduates emerge as future leaders ready to make a significant impact in their communities.

Join us in shaping the careers of those who will build and maintain our world and embark on a transformative journey towards a fulfilling career.

Location:
Centura College - 616 Denbigh Blvd, Newport News, VA 23608

Compensation:Up to $23/hour + $2500 Sign On Bonus

Schedule Options

• Monday – Thursday:8:00am - 2:00pm (occasional Fridays)

About the Role

The
Medical Assistant Instructor
is responsible for providing subject matter instruction to students in a classroom or lab setting. This position is required to teach assigned classes as scheduled or as assigned, and perform administrative functions related to teaching.

Key Duties

• Teach classes on a regularly scheduled basis assigned and create a welcoming environment for students that is conducive to learning.
• Assist Program Coordinator, Campus Director of Education, or Campus Executive Director in developing curriculum, preparing course materials, class scheduling, and maintaining tools and equipment used by students.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom or lab.
• Establish and maintain academic and attendance records for student files. Medical Assistant Instructor
• Submit attendance, grades, student evaluations, and all other reports/documentation to Supervisor or appropriate personnel as required by established procedures.
• Notify Supervisor of any current or potential issues which warrant immediate attention.
• Utilize proven retention techniques approved by the school to assist students.
• Complete performance-based teacher education modules as assigned by Supervisor, based on outcomes of classroom observations, instructor evaluations, and student completed surveys.
• Attend and/or conduct in-service training, faculty meetings or other mandatory meetings.
• Assist with the department equipment and supplies inventory and submit replenishment requests to Supervisor or appropriate personnel.
• Alert Supervisor to student absences, especially on first, third and fifth absence occurrences.
• Perform and complete other tasks that may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Required Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have a minimum of 3 years related practical work experience in the subject matter.
• RMA, CCMA, or CMA certification. Basic Life Support (BLS) current or within 6 months of hire date.
• Must demonstrate an up-to-date knowledge and continue study of the subject matter.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven, compliance-oriented educational environment.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and have the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, strong work ethic, and professionalism.
• Persuasive and effective verbal and written communication skills, with a strong focus on customer service in an educational setting.
• Highly motivated and goal-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work independently and as collaborative team member and have exceptional interpersonal skills. Medical Assistant Instructor
• Excellent computer skills are required with proficiency in MS Office applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Exhibits a positive, team-oriented attitude by remaining flexible and available to work outside of scheduled hours when needed, as directed by the Supervisor.
• Ability and willingness to travel locally or overnight occasionally for business.
• No prior teaching experience required. We provide a 5-day paid instructor training program to help you…