Nursing Instructor II

• Quality Assurance Functions
• As requested, generates reports as to the effectiveness of the Goodwill SOLAC Healthcare Academy and forwards recommendations regarding the Healthcare Academy programs to the Program Director.
• Monitors the quality and accountability of the Healthcare Academy program and assures the program meets all State of California Department of Health Services standards and requirements.
• As required by the State of California Department of Health Services maintains all required paperwork and documentation in and accurate and orderly manner.
• Must maintain current knowledge of principles, theories, methods, techniques and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction for the Certified Nurse Assistant program.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Must maintain a current State of California Licensed Vocational Nurse certification plus have at least two years of experience in the provision of nursing services of which at least one year must be in the provision of direct patient care in a nursing facility.
• Must be certified through the State of California Department of Health Services as a Director of Staff Development and must maintain a State of California Vocational Designated Subjects teaching credential.
• At least two years professional Nurse experience, with at least one year of which must be in the provision of direct care in a nursing facility

Knowledge & Skills

• Self-directed, decisive
• Team player, adapts to change
• Self-confident, performs at the highest measure of competence
• Self-reliant, takes initiative
• Strong commitment to continued learning
• strong organizational skills
• ability to analyze data and write clear, accurate and concise reports
• ability to communicate effectively across a wide variety of individuals
• strong computer and social media skills
• ability to collaborate with a team of professionals
• ability to network with and establish relationships with educational resources as well as business resources
• State of California department of health services regulations, policies, and procedures
• current educational trends, instructional strategies, methodologies, and practices
• strong healthcare training program technology

License/Certifications

• Must maintain a current valid California Licensed Registered Nurse
• California Standards of the Teaching Profession credential
• Director of Staff Development (DSD) certification

Core Competencies

• To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
• Instructional Design and Delivery - Designs and delivers high-quality instructional content aligned to CNA program requirements and evolving student needs. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of educational principles and best practices. Assesses instructional needs and adapts curriculum accordingly. Certifies student competencies per state standards and integrates industry best practices into curriculum and delivery. Maintains current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Learning Environment & Student Engagement - Establishes a respectful, inclusive, and professional classroom climate. Implements classroom management strategies that support effective learning and student behavior. Supervises student tasks in alignment with State standards and ensures progress is documented and monitored effectively. Provides students with clearly defined goals and a roadmap for success.
• Regulatory & Documentation Compliance - Maintains all documentation and records in accordance with California Department of Health Services standards. Ensures all paperwork is accurate, timely, and organized to meet state regulatory expectations for student certification and program operations.
• Professional Licensure & Continuing Compliance - Holds and maintains a valid California Vocational Nursing License and certification as a Director of Staff Development (DSD). Completes required CEUs for ongoing licensure. Maintains certification requirements (e.g., CPR/First Aid), ensuring legal and professional readiness for instructional duties.
• Operational Effectiveness & Lab Readiness - Manages skills lab inventory and physical space to ensure cleanliness, safety, and readiness for instruction. Stocks equipment regularly and ensures a functional and professional instructional environment is maintained daily.
• Time & Reliability Management - Demonstrates consistent punctuality and dependability by arriving on site prior to students. Manages time effectively by prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and completing responsibilities within the instructional schedule.

Location

• Corporate Office, while servicing all Goodwill Southern Los Angeles County locations as needed.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standard of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.