Certified Nursing Assistant Teacher .18 FTE (SAHS)
JobID:
10836
Position Type:
Secondary Teaching/Science
Date Posted:
3/25/2026
Location:
Stillwater Area High
Date Available:
08/10/2026
Thank you for your interest in Stillwater Area Public Schools!
The Stillwater Area Public School District has a long and proud tradition of high expectations, high standards and outstanding achievement. Our schools are safe and welcoming places where students receive personal attention from adults who care about them. Helping students learn and grow is a big job, and it takes hundreds of dedicated and caring staff to make it happen. We're proud of our incredible staff working on behalf of over 8,000 students every day. Our roles may vary, but one thing is the same
- our shared passion to have a meaningful impact on the lives of students in the community we love.
It's why people join our team and it's why they stay here.
Job Title:
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Teacher
- .18 FTE
- Stillwater Area High School
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the building principal or other administrator, the teacher designs and delivers high-quality, culturally responsive, and engaging instruction aligned with Minnesota Academic Standards and district curriculum. The role includes developing lesson plans, conducting instruction across in-person and eLearning environments, evaluating student growth through multiple data sources, fostering an inclusive and equitable classroom environment as well as a commitment to professional growth through reflection and ongoing professional development. Teachers collaborate with colleagues, families, and students to ensure clarity in learning goals, celebrate student growth, and remove barriers to achievement. Continuous reflection and professional learning are expected to advance equitable instructional practices and student success. Specific to the CNA Instructor position, this position will prepare high school students for careers in the medical field by delivering the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) approved curriculum, supervising skills labs, and guiding students toward their Nursing Assistant Registry certification.
FTE/Hours per
Day:
.18 FTE
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning.
Required
- Valid MN Tier 3 or 4 teaching license in medical careers/health science for grades 9-12
Required
- Current nursing license (RN) in the State of MN
Required
- Minimum of 2 years of licensed nursing work experience including at least 1 year of verifiable long term care experience in a long term care facility.
Preferred
- "Train the Trainer" certification approved by the Minnesota Department of Health (or willingness to complete this training prior to the start date).
Preferred
- Previous experience teaching high school students or mentoring new staff in a healthcare setting.
Preferred
- Strong technology skills (Schoology, Google Suite).
Diversity:
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Stillwater Area Public Schools recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our academic mission. Stillwater Area Public Schools is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
Salary/Wage Information:
As per the SCEA Master Contract, $53,710
0 FTE) is the salary range.
Duties & Responsibilities
Plan and implement instruction that aligns with MDH curriculum for nursing assistants, grade-level standards and district learning goals.
Demonstrate and evaluate clinical skills in a laboratory setting, ensuring student competency and safety before clinical rotations.
Coordinate and supervise students during clinical rotations at local long term care (LTC) partner facilities (as required by program structure).
Integrate culturally responsive and high impact instructional strategies that build on students' identities, interests, and real-world contexts.
Collaboratively implement and sustain a guaranteed and viable curriculum that is adopted and approved by the District.
Select diverse, high-quality instructional resources that reflect students' cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Modify instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including those with IEPs, 504s, multilingual learners, and gifted/talented students.
Deliver instruction using a range of high-impact strategies that promote engagement, student voice, and critical thinking.
Provide instruction in both in-person and eLearning (remote or hybrid) environments as directed by administration.
Design or select valid assessments aligned with learning objectives and accessible to all learners.
Adapt assessments to address diverse cognitive, linguistic, and social-emotional needs.
Maintain accurate student records, attendance, and skills checklists in compliance with both Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) regulations.
Monitor multiple data sources to track progress toward proficiency and inform instructional adjustments
Communicate individualized, timely feedback to students and families that supports learning and highlights growth.
Teach students to set goals, self-assess, and monitor their own progress.
Reflect on and mitigate bias in interpreting assessment data.
Create a safe, predictable, and welcoming classroom environment that affirms each student's identity and fosters a sense of belonging.
Co-create classroom expectations and norms that encourage respect, equity, and accountability.
Communicate high expectations for all students through clear, supportive, and consistent language.
Implement proactive classroom management strategies that empower students to take ownership of routines and learning.
Design learning opportunities that scaffold and extend thinking for all students.
Create a safe, predictable, and welcoming classroom environment that affirms each student's identity and fosters a sense of belonging.
Co-create classroom expectations and norms that encourage respect, equity, and accountability.
Communicate high expectations for all students through clear, supportive, and consistent language.
Implement proactive classroom management strategies that empower students to take ownership of routines and learning.
Design learning opportunities that scaffold and extend thinking for all students.
Reflect regularly on personal biases and their impact on instructional decisions.
Participate in professional development aligned with district priorities and the Professional Learning Agreements.
Implement new strategies learned through professional learning and evaluate their impact on student growth.
Engage in collaborative reflection with colleagues to strengthen culturally responsive and equitable teaching practices.
Develops and sustains professional and collegial relationships in support of student, staff and district growth.
Follows district policies and state/federal laws related to student rights and educator responsibilities.
Skills & Abilities
Appropriate licensure and preparation in the subject area(s) and level(s) taught.
Thorough knowledge of current curriculum standards, instructional practices, and assessment strategies relevant to grade level(s) and subject area(s).
Ability to design effective instruction and deliver lessons which align with district standards and compliant with MDH requirements.
Understanding of child development, learning theory, inclusive practices, cultural responsiveness, and student engagement strategies.
Skill in differentiating instruction to meet diverse student needs, including those of English Learners, students with disabilities, and gifted learners.
Ability to develop instructional strategies that maximize student involvement and participation.
Excellent communication skills: able to articulate behavior expectations, learning objectives, progress, and feedback in a caring, respectful, and clear manner for students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and community partners.
Ability to build strong, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, families, and external partners.
Commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, respectful, and student-centered learning environment.
Ability to exercise sound professional judgment and discretion in sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality in accordance with District expectation, student needs and contractual obligations.
Proficiency in using instructional technologies, data systems, and electronic/hard-copy records to monitor student growth and inform instruction. ? Demonstrated interest and initiative in continuing professional growth; ability to engage in reflective practice and apply learning for improvement.
Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with the MN Code of Ethics for Teacher and all applicable District policies, procedures and professional standards.
Knowledge of available resources inside and outside the district to support student learning and development, and ability to connect students and families to those supports.
Ability to participate in and contribute to professional learning communities and school improvement efforts.
Attachment(s):
CNA Teacher Job Description.pdf
