Pima Medical Institute·Tucson, Arizona
The instructor will deliver daily lesson plans, conduct lectures, and perform hands-on demonstrations to teach surgical technology students. They are also responsible for tracking student attendance, assessing performance, and maintaining student success rates.
You've earned the skills—now pass them on. Trade the physical grind in the OR for the reward of shaping new surgical techs, all while staying connected to the field you love.
Share your knowledge, passion, and expertise with our students!
PMI provides its educators with excellent training, teaching methodologies, and curricula to help them become successful and effective educators!
Life-Work Balance! No on-call ! Steady Income! Career Progression!
Essential functions
Deliver and adjust daily lesson plans to meet curriculum goals.
Track attendance; report two consecutive absences and submit weekly reports.
Maintain student success rates at 80% or higher; intervene with at-risk students.
Record and submit final grades per policy.
Assess student performance and adapt instruction to individual needs.
Coordinate guest speakers, field trips, and clinic visits.
Conduct lectures and hands-on demonstrations.
Advise students on program curriculum and academic progress.
Alert leadership if a student's grade drops below 77%.
Enforce safety and classroom protocols.
May assist with externship coordination.
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Candidates must hold an associate degree in surgical technology and possess an active CST credential. A minimum of three years of OR scrub-role experience or three years of teaching experience in the field is required.
Market context
Arizona classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially in early childhood settings where schools and programs need educators with the right coursework and clearances. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for degree alignment, a Level One fingerprint clearance card, and a valid Arizona Driver’s License, while benefits such as PTO, medical coverage, and retirement options can influence decisions. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your coursework and clearance status before applying.