Medical Technician Instructor
PORTAGE LAKES CAREER CENTER is looking for a High School MEDICAL TECHNICIAN PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR for the 2026-2027 school year
The Right Prescription for a Rewarding Career. Inspire. Instruct. Impact.
Great benefits! No evenings, weekends, or summers!
As a Career Tech Instructor at PLCC, you will be instrumental in shaping the next generation of Medical Technicians and Pharmacy Technician Trainees. Join our team and make a difference in the education and training of our future workers!
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s Degree from an approved college or university or five (5) years’ experience directly related to the program teaching area (RN or CMA preferred)
2. Hold a teaching license or certificate issued by the State of Ohio appropriate to subject assignment
3. Computer technology skills as necessary for the position
4. Good health, attendance, and high moral character
5. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, fellow employees, and the community
6. Pass BCI and FBI records check and/or other district pre-employment requirements
7. The employee may not be under the influence of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District
Essential Functions may include any of the following tasks:
1. Implement the program-area curriculum based on approved courses of study and prevailing occupational standards
2. Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings
3. Help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values
4. Participate in developing the instructional program including creating and writing scope and sequence documents for curriculum and mapping, selection of instructional materials, preparation of daily lessons, and evaluations of student progress
5. Experience with both EKG and Phlebotomy to assist with student acquisition of industry certifications
6. Focus on the teaching and developing plans for the following curriculum:
-Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)(ExCPT) certification and requirements
-Medical Terminology
-Pharmacology
-Nutrition and Wellness
-Health Information Technology
-Billing and Coding
-Medical Office Management
-Health Science Capstone
7. Develop and administer an effective safety program
8. Organize content knowledge for student learning; use research-based methods for instruction
9. Create an environment for student learning that promotes fairness, maintains consistent standards of classroom behavior, and communicates challenging learning expectations
10. Monitor students’ understanding of content; make instructional procedures and learning goals clear; promote critical thinking; use instructional time effectively
11. Demonstrate professionalism in self-reflection and relationships with colleagues
12. Communicate with parents or guardians about student learning
13. Establish annual goals to improve professional performance and student achievement
14. Use appropriate technology to enhance the teaching and learning process
15. Develop program budget requests
16. Ensure the safety and security of the classroom, instructional materials, and instructional equipment
17. Provide leadership to the instructional program through an Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) and participation in professional organizations
18. Submit grades as required for students
19. Maintain annual inventories of supplies and equipment as requested
20. Complete reports as required
21. Coordinate an active program advisory committee that represents all aspects of an industry and supports non-traditional membership
22. Assist in receiving and maintaining industry accreditation for the program if required
23. Assist with career guidance and job placement for students; promote good work habits and attitudes in employer/employee relationships
24. Coordinate program participation in vocational student organization skill contests
25. Maintain compliance with Ohio’s “Professional Conduct For Educators” standards
26. Perform other duties as requested by district administrators
Working Conditions:
Working conditions may include any of the following:
1. Use of keyboards and exposure to computer screens
2. Use of electrical equipment
3. Possible exposure to body fluids
4. Possible exposure to sharp instruments
5. Possible exposure to airborne particles
6. Light physical exertion in moving items, lifting, and reaching
*Please see job posting on our website for additional information.
Equal Opportunity: Portage Lakes Career Center (PLCC) is committed to equal opportunity for all governed by the protections of Title IX, IDEA, Title VI (Civil Rights), Title VII (Civil Rights) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The district prohibits harassment of individuals in any form. Any alleged act of discrimination or harassment should be referred to Mr. Gregg Clark, Title IX Coordinator, Portage Lakes Career Center, 4401 Shriver Road, Uniontown, OH 44685, phone: 330-896-8200.
