CTE Medical Assistant/Health Science Teacher *APPLY AT WPS.ORG*

Westminster Public Schools seeks a CTE Medical Assistant / Health Science Teacher. Located just 15 minutes outside of downtown Denver, Westminster Public Schools is a culturally and ethnically diverse school district that offers a friendly work environment, a very competitive salary, and benefits. Teachers beginning salary starts at $65,299 per year. The beginning salary for teachers with an MA degree is $72,639 per year. Top-earning teachers may earn up to $100,000 per year. For more information or to apply, please visit our website at wps.org or contact HR at hrapplication@wps.org or 720.542.5026 or at 6933 Raleigh St., Westminster, CO 80030. Diverse and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Colorado teaching license with a Career and Technical Education endorsement in

Secondary CTE Health Science:

https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/cteworksheets/healthscience

• Must be qualified to teach concurrent enrollment.
• Minimum of three years of professional experience as a medical assistant or related healthcare role.
• Holds or is eligible to hold one of the following credentials: Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA-C), Medical Doctor (MD), Certified Nurse Midwife, Registered Nurse (RN), Limited Practice Nurse (LPN).

• Bachelor's degree in education, healthcare, or a related field preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Passion for teaching and mentoring diverse learners.
• Experience in curriculum development and instructional technology.
• Familiarity with the Colorado Career and Technical Education (CTE) framework.
• Has knowledge and experience of and/or willingness to gain knowledge of Competency-Based Education approaches
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English
• Experience and/or skills working with culturally diverse populations desired

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and deliver CTE CNA/Medical Assistant curriculum in alignment with state and district standards and Front Range Community College.
• Provide instruction in medical terminology, anatomy, clinical procedures, patient care, and administrative practices.
• Supervise and evaluate student performance in classroom, lab, and clinical settings.
• Facilitate student preparation for industry-recognized certifications (e.g., Certified Medical Assistant).
• Collaborate with local healthcare organizations to arrange clinical externships and job shadowing opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and certifications.
• Support students in career exploration, post-secondary planning, and soft skills development.
• Participate in professional development and stay current with healthcare and educational trends.
• Foster an inclusive, positive, and safe learning environment.

Westminster Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. District policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, age, or disability, or other legally protected characteristics. Westminster Public Schools is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation or to address matters of discrimination, please contact the Chief of Staff, 6933 Raleigh Street, Westminster, CO 80030, phone: (303) 428-3511, email: CivilPrograms@wps.org. Although the position is based at a school/department, the employer is Westminster Public Schools.

Pay:

From $65,299.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person