Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruction & Curriculum

• Teach Medical Terminology curriculum during the first semester.
• Teach Phlebotomy curriculum during the second semester, including laboratory and clinical skill development.
• Provide CNA clinical instruction on Tuesdays and Thursdays at assigned clinical locations.
• Develop and maintain lesson plans aligned to Illinois Learning Standards, CTE standards, and industry expectations.
• Provide hands-on instruction using industry-standard equipment and procedures.
• Prepare students for applicable industry certifications and credential opportunities.
• Differentiate instruction to meet varying student learning needs and abilities.
• Maintain accurate student grades, attendance, competency records, and student progress documentation.

Clinical & Internship Coordination

• Collaborate with and supervise CNA clinical experiences in partnership with healthcare facilities. (Managed by CNA Program Coordinator)
• Schedule, assign, and monitor Allied Health student internships and clinical placements.
• Develop internship schedules and ensure students are appropriately assigned during days the instructor is conducting CNA clinical instruction.
• Communicate regularly with healthcare partners regarding student expectations, attendance, performance, and placement logistics.
• Monitor student professionalism, workplace readiness, and compliance within clinical and internship environments.
• Ensure all required student documentation, certifications, immunizations, and compliance requirements are completed prior to clinical placement.

Classroom & Laboratory Management

• Maintain a safe and organized classroom and laboratory environment.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, HIPAA, and bloodborne pathogen protocols.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of instructional supplies and equipment.
• Reinforce professional behavior, communication, confidentiality, and ethical standards expected in healthcare professions.

Student Support & Career Readiness

• Promote employability skills including teamwork, communication, professionalism, and time management.
• Assist students in exploring healthcare career pathways and post-secondary opportunities.
• Support work-based learning opportunities and maintain strong partnerships with regional healthcare providers.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, sending districts, and administration regarding student progress and program expectations.

Program Responsibilities

• Participate in program advisory committee meetings and collaborate with local healthcare professionals and partners.
• Assist with student recruitment activities.
• Maintain compliance with all IDPH, and WACC program requirements.
• Participate in professional development activities to remain current with healthcare industry standards and instructional practices.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Valid Illinois ISBE Career and Technical Education endorsement/licensure OR ability to obtain appropriate licensure.
• Current CNA Instructor qualification and/or ability to meet Illinois CNA clinical instruction requirements preferred.
• Background required.
• Phlebotomy experience and/or certification preferred.
• Teaching experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, administration, healthcare partners, and students.

Preferred Qualifications: (Not Required)

• Experience working in clinical, long-term care, or hospital settings.
• Experience coordinating internships, clinicals, or work-based learning placements.
• Experience teaching high school or adult learners.
• Current healthcare-related certifications.
• Familiarity with dual credit, certification programs, or Career and Technical Education programming.

Salary/Benefits

Contract Terms:

• Salary and benefits based on education, experience, and board-approved contract.
• School-year calendar and work schedule as established by WACC.

How to Apply

Application Procedure:

Interested candidates should submit:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Credentials/licensure information
• References

Applications should be submitted to:

Whiteside Area Career Center

Josh Johnson: jjohnson@wacc.cc
Attention: Executive Director
1608 1st Avenue
Sterling, IL 61081

Email Address

jjohnson@wacc.cc

School District

www.wacc.cc

City Website

Sterling

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Application Deadline

6/12/2026

Email for More Information

jjohnson@wacc.cc