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The Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (EMK) seeks an exceptional Medical Assisting Vocational Teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. Kennedy Academy is committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools.
Kennedy Academy is a Horace Mann In-District Charter High School. It is a college-preparatory and vocational high school for Boston students exploring careers in health and related fields. The Academy provides a supportive learning environment that promotes respect and embraces diversity. Students will attain the life skills needed to become productive and positive members of society. Kennedy Academy is an excellent place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation and respects their skills and abilities as educators.
In addition, over the next five years, Kennedy Academy will double in size, add new health career pathways, and expand college course offerings and work-based learning. These changes result from a transformative $38 million investment from Bloomberg Philanthropies, the largest philanthropic investment in Boston Public Schools history.
The Medical Assisting Instructor is responsible for delivering engaging and comprehensive instruction in medical assisting to high school students. This role involves teaching theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to medical terminology, anatomy, patient care, clinical procedures, and administrative tasks. The instructor will prepare students for entry-level positions in healthcare settings or further education in medical fields by providing hands-on training, supervising clinical experiences, and facilitating professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities:
- Teach medical assisting courses that align with state standards, industry requirements, and student learning objectives.
- Deliver engaging and interactive lessons that cover topics such as medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, pharmacology, diagnostic procedures, patient assessment, and medical office procedures.
- Provide hands-on training in clinical skills, including taking vital signs, assisting with examinations, performing laboratory tests, administering medications, and maintaining medical records.
- Supervise students in laboratory settings, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, proper use of equipment, and mastery of technical skills.
- Coordinate and oversee clinical experiences for students in healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and medical offices, to provide real-world exposure and practical learning opportunities.
- Assess student performance through quizzes, exams, projects, and clinical evaluations, providing constructive feedback and support for improvement.
- Provide academic and career guidance to students, including assistance with resume writing, job search strategies, and preparation for certification exams or further education in healthcare fields.
- Stay current with advances in medical assisting practice, technology, and regulations through professional development activities, workshops, conferences, and networking opportunities.
- Collaborate with school administrators, guidance counselors, and industry partners to support student success, promote career pathways, and facilitate internship or job placement opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and clinical hours and prepare reports for school administration and regulatory agencies as required.
Core Competencies:
Using the Rubric of Effective Teaching, the Office of Human Resources has identified priority skills and abilities that all BPS teachers should possess:
- Accountability for Student Achievement
- Quality of Effort and Work
- High Expectations
- Adjustments to Practice
These competencies include:
- Setting ambitious learning goals for all students
- Creating cognitively demanding tasks and modeling the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort
- Assessing students understanding regularly and making necessary adjustments to instruction to reach goals despite setbacks
- Demonstrating mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and the pedagogy it requires
- Conveying content in creative and engaging ways that align with standards
- Scaffolding and differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of all students
- Using instructional practices that are likely to challenge, motivate, and engage all students and facilitate equitable active student participation
- Building a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community
- Actively creating and maintaining an environment in which students diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected
- Engaging with families and building collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning
- Regularly reflecting on practice, seeking and responding to feedback, and demonstrating self-awareness and commitment to continuous learning and development
- Participating in and contributing to a collaborative adult learning community
Qualifications:
- Education: Associates degree or higher degree related to the subject matter and skills to be taught
- Employment experience: 4 years of full-time employment experience directly related to medical assisting
- Occupational License: Industry certification as a medical assistant or medical assistant-secretary
- Ability to earn a Massachusetts Vocational Tech Teaching License in the appropriate subject area (9-14) by achieving a passing score on the subject-specific written and performance exams and achieving a passing score on one of the literacy skills MTELs
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and clinical procedures
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with students, colleagues, and industry partners
- Commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
- Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in healthcare
- Ability to earn Massachusetts Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement
- Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools
- Current authorization to work in the United States
- Signed Election Agreement pertaining to working at a Horace Mann In-District Charter School
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching in urban schools and/or an industry setting
- OSHA-10 certification or willingness to earn it
- Proficiency in instructional methods, curriculum development, and assessment techniques
- BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity.
Compensation:
Please click here for more compensation information. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade Step. The start and end times of BPS schools vary, as do the lengths of the school day. EMK has a longer school day through the Schedule A Expanded Learning Time (ELT) Agreement. The employee will be required to adhere to the work conditions, including calendar schedule and flexibility established by the School.
Boston Public Schools:
The Boston Public Schools in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, homelessness, sex, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, natural or protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation, threat, or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at accommodations@bostonpublicschools.org.