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CPI Instructor
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What they do
A Vocational Education Instructor teaches technical or job related skills to students, and uses work-based experience to help students learn about and prepare for jobs in a particular occupation. Provides training for jobs in business, health care, auto repair, information technology, culinary arts, or other areas. Teaches in a public high school, a regional or college program, or at a private training program.
$61,516 / year median in Pennsylvania
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Location:
Philadelphia, PA 19116Date Posted:
08/13/2026Category:
Education K12Education:
HS Graduate/GED Position Summary The CPI Instructor coordinates and delivers on-site and classroom training for new hires and existing staff. The role ensures facility compliance with safety regulations, teaches evidence-based de-escalation methods, and maintains institutional standards centered on care, welfare, safety, and security. Key Responsibilities- Deliver authorized Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Nonviolent Crisis Intervention courses.
- Train staff on verbal de-escalation, risk assessment, and safe physical intervention techniques.
- Track training compliance, attendance, and testing records via the internal Learning Management System (LMS).
- Update training materials and adapt curricula to meet changing regulatory and facility needs.
- Partner with facility and operations leaders to lower incident rates and review safety protocols. Qualifications & Requirements
Certification:
Valid, active certification as an authorized instructor by the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)Experience:
Minimum 2 years working in healthcare, education, or behavioral health, including 1 year providing direct training.Education:
High school diploma required; Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.Skills:
Strong public speaking, adult education delivery, and conflict resolution capabilities.