CTE Academic Teacher - Healthcare Work-Based Learning

Mission Statement

Through the use of social and restorative justice principles, Five Keys provides traditionally underserved communities the opportunity to improve their lives through a focus on the Five Keys: EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT, RECOVERY, FAMILY, COMMUNITY.

Five Keys Overview

Five Keys is a nonprofit organization that operates an extensive network of programs across California. With a presence in 14 counties and over 120 locations, Five Keys focuses on various initiatives aimed at empowering individuals and families to overcome poverty and inequity. The organizations programs encompass a wide range of services, including public charter schools, restorative justice programs in jails and prisons, shelters, permanent supportive housing, and the development of new housing and support programs. At Five Keys, the overarching objective is to uplift individuals and families by providing them with essential resources. This includes education, housing, employment, and the necessary tools to sustain their progress. By offering these fundamental elements, the organization aims to create positive and lasting change in communities, making them better places for everyone.

Our Core Competencies

A well qualified candidate has the capacity to communicate effectively, collaborate with others while building positive relationships, demonstrates strong problem solving skills, has a dynamic learning mindset, and remains committed to a high level of cultural and social awareness. A successful candidate will work well under pressure, observe appropriate boundaries and operate with a high degree of emotional intelligence.

What it's really like to join our agency…

At Five Keys, culture matters. Culture is at the very core of everything we do and impact on a daily basis. We've made a commitment to building an inclusive culture that seeks collaboration over hierarchy to create empowered work teams. We serve vulnerable populations daily and we strive to approach everyone with compassion, patience and a trauma informed approach. We choose to push past discomfort to have difficult conversations to impact the greater good. This allows us the opportunity to collaboratively create an inclusive culture and transform the world around us.

BENEFITS

We offer affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with generous paid time off. Employees may participate in pre-tax flexible spending accounts and a 403(b) retirement plan. We provide annual reimbursements of up to $100 for gym memberships, smoking cessation programs, and weight loss programs, as well as up to $50 per year for athletic event participation and massages. Additional company-paid benefits include access to a wellness app, wellness coaches, and an Employee Assistance Program for employees and their dependents.

JOB SUMMARY

The CTE Academic Teacher - Healthcare Work-Based Learning reports to the Director of Career Technical Education and plays a vital role in preparing students for healthcare careers by combining instruction with extensive hands-on practice. This position trains students in patient care skills, clinical documentation, medical terminology, and sterile processing procedures such as decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments. Through lab simulations, skill demonstrations, and supervised practice, the instructor ensures learners gain confidence applying technical skills, infection prevention protocols, and professional standards in real-world healthcare settings.

Beyond technical training, the instructor supports career readiness by guiding students in job search strategies, resume development, interview preparation, and workplace professionalism. Emphasizing communication, teamwork, and adaptability, the role fosters workforce readiness while creating an inclusive learning environment rooted in respect, equity, and multicultural understanding. Serving students across Northern and Southern California, the instructor ensures graduates are prepared for certification exams and successful transition into healthcare careers.

This position supports multiple sites in Los Angeles and San Bernardino Counties. The scheduled hours vary between 7:00 am - 8:00 pm; the current schedule is 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Temporarily for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years, this position will work 7 hours per day, 35 hours per week, with 195 working days annually. Based on the organization's needs, the schedule may change to the original: 6.5 hours per day, 32.5 hours per week, with 210 working days annually.

Topics/Areas of Focus covered in this course include:

As a CTE Academic Teacher - Healthcare Work-Based Learning, you will prepare students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in healthcare support roles. Instructional areas include:

• Foundations of Medical Assisting & Sterile Processing

• Core skills, daily clinical operations, workflow logistics, and current industry practices in patient care and surgical instrument management

• Healthcare Technology & Applications

• Proficiency in essential computer tools for healthcare settings, including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and electronic health record (EHR) systems

• Introduction to patient documentation software and digital communication platforms used in clinical environments

• Career Readiness Pathways

• Guiding students to identify employment interests, explore opportunities, and understand the healthcare job market

• Professional Development & Workplace Skills

• Job search strategies, resume creation, and interview preparation

• Workplace etiquette, professional communication, and interpersonal skills

• Time management and strategies for thriving in healthcare work environments

We are looking for someone who is adaptable and flexible, insists on maintaining a positive attitude, and enjoys supporting a diverse group of people. If this job is for you, you are extremely organized, easy to talk with and are patient and caring.

This is a grant-funded position, funded by the K12 Strong Workforce Program.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate hands-on clinical instruction that align with healthcare courses in the healthcare pathways
• Create and maintain an engaging learning environment
• As needed, research, create and update materials necessary to develop/supplement program curriculum
• Maintain student attendance and academic progress records
• Evaluate student progress and provide constructive feedback based on learning objectives/outcomes
• Adhere to policies regarding student retention and re-engagement
• Maintain regular office hours in order to advise and assist students
• Attend CTE Team and CTE Advisory Committee meetings
• Teach and provide support to other instructors as needed to support the overall CTE program
• Model the appropriate professional standards of the healthcare industry
• Develop partnerships with community based organizations, industry sector leaders, and others who can provide mentorship and work based opportunities to students
• Provide timely management of student records in the Student Information System
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of aligned healthcare frameworks and practical/technical skills
• Knowledge of project-based learning
• Able to apply general pedagogical knowledge to physical therapy and kinesiology curriculum
• Able to adapt curricular material to students with varying abilities
• Able to apply teaching to real-world situations
• Advanced proficiency in Zoom, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and databases
• Able to maintain strict confidentiality and take all precautions when handling sensitive information

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Previous teaching experience required
• Must have a valid California CTE Teaching Credential in Health Science and Medical Technology
• At least 5 years of experience in a related field

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must wear provided PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and adhere to all safety guidelines and requirements, when needed
• Frequent and prolonged standing, walking, and sitting
• Frequent talking and hearing conversations
• Occasional reaching with hands and arms
• Occasionally lifting up to 25 lbs
• Ability to follow oral directions in emergency situations
• Travel to multiple sites required
• Ability to instruct for 2 ½ -3 hours without a break
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of conditions--heat, cold, rain, etc.
• Frequently using arms and hands write on chalkboards or flip chart

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

This position is contingent upon:

• Satisfactory results of a Live Scan (criminal background investigation)
• Successfully obtaining jail clearance for positions working in county jails or probation locations
• Submitting proof of clear TB results. Results dated within 60 days prior to hire date are acceptable

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be willing and able to work in a correctional facility and travel throughout the area to community sites
• Work environment varies from site to site
• Outdoors/Indoors
• Moderate noise level
• Some personal safety risk working in underserved communities

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

At Five Keys, we understand that when our employees grow, the agency has a greater capacity to thrive and accomplish its mission. It is for this reason that we remain committed to providing ongoing professional development opportunities for all of our employees. These include but are not limited to: conferences, staff development training, and coaching plans that allow incumbents to grow into new positions within and across programs within the agency (i.e., programs, schools, housing).