Nursing Assistant Instructor (LTE)

Nursing Assistant Instructor Position

Position will report directly to the Dean of Health Science and Public Safety and provide instruction for Blackhawk Technical College's Nursing Assistant program. Duties include full teaching responsibilities (including class preparation, assessment of student learning, etc.) for the Nursing Assistant courses that meet the demands of the occupations for which students are preparing.

Instructional position is funded through a grant, with anticipated funding through May 2031.

This position will be open until filled, with a first review date of August 3, 2026. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for assigned classes, with accountability to entire program; i.e., classroom, laboratory and clinical.
• As primary instructor, mentor other instructors/program trainers in lecture, laboratory, or clinical.
• Provide on-site office hours during clinical teaching times, and during classroom and laboratory times.
• Remain current with industry needs to assure graduate outcomes that meet the workplace expectations.
• Participate in advisory committee meetings.
• Develop and maintain industry relationships.
• Engage in ongoing student learning assessment to determine effectiveness of instruction and curriculum.
• Create a classroom/lab environment that is respectful of diversity and prepares students to work in settings with diverse populations.
• Maintain accurate student records and reports as requested by administrative offices, and according to state regulations.
• Identify students needing assistance and refer students to Student Services. Collaborate with Student Services and the Academic Support Division staff members to help students be successful.
• Remain current on developments in the teaching field so that instruction is delivered for a variety of learning styles, uses the latest supportive technology and utilizes alternative delivery methods.
• Maintain course curriculum following state guidelines.
• Prepare and update course syllabi (using BTC guidelines) for each course taught, and work cooperatively with members of other departments and programs in coordinating courses.
• Update and maintain current course outcome summaries.
• Work cooperatively with College staff in the selection and ordering of course and lab materials.
• Participate in staff development activities and serve on college improvement teams and college-wide committees as appropriate.
• Assist in the enforcement of college regulations and report student conduct violations to administration.
• Cultivate a personal interest in communities served by the college and participate, when possible, with community activities.
• Assist in student and staff recruitment, retention, and job placement activities for graduates.
• Attend department, division and faculty meetings; hold weekly office hours, and other duties required to meet student, employer, and college needs.
• Assist Dean in other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse required. Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (preferred)
• Must have a minimum of 2000 hours experience working in a long-term care facility as an RN.
• Approval by the Wisconsin Nurse Aid Program, Department of Health Services.
• Documentation of Train the Trainer Certificate or equivalent
• Background Check
• American Heart Association CPR Certification for health care providers.
• Must meet Wisconsin Technical College System certification requirements and be willing to maintain such certification

Blackhawk Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.