New Visions Medical Professions Teacher

The Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES is seeking an engaging, student-centered educator to lead our New Visions: Medical Professions program. This unique program allows motivated, college-bound high school seniors to explore careers in medicine and the life sciences through rigorous classroom instruction, clinical rotations, and hands-on experiences in healthcare settings. Working in cooperation with Auburn Community Hospital and other regional healthcare partners, the teacher will help students connect academic learning with real-world medical professions. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator or healthcare professional who is passionate about preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals. Responsibilities: * Develop and deliver an engaging curriculum that introduces students to a broad range of healthcare careers and specialties. * Provide instruction in Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, healthcare career exploration, and related academic content. * Coordinate and facilitate clinical rotations, job-shadowing opportunities, guest presentations, and other hands-on learning experiences. * Prepare students to participate successfully in professional healthcare environments by emphasizing safety, ethics, confidentiality, teamwork, communication, and professionalism. * Build and maintain positive relationships with Auburn Community Hospital, healthcare providers, community organizations, and other program partners. * Help students explore healthcare career pathways and prepare for college and other postsecondary opportunities. * Use a variety of instructional strategies to support student engagement and diverse learning needs. * Assess student learning and maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and progress. * Communicate effectively with students, families, school counselors, component districts, and program partners. * Participate in professional development, departmental activities, and other responsibilities associated with the position. Qualifications:Candidates must possess or be eligible for one of the following New York State certifications: * Biology 712 * Health Education * Transitional A certification in Practical Nursing or Medical Assisting A background in medicine, healthcare, or a related field is preferred but not required. Industry professionals who may be eligible for an alternative certification pathway are strongly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will also demonstrate: * Knowledge of healthcare careers, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, or related life sciences. * The ability to develop engaging and academically rigorous learning experiences. * Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills. * The ability to coordinate learning experiences across multiple healthcare and community settings. * The ability to work collaboratively while managing the day-to-day responsibilities of a highly independent program. About the Program:New Visions: Medical Professions is a stimulating and challenging program for college-bound high school seniors interested in medicine and related life sciences. Through classroom instruction and daily involvement with medical professionals, students gain an inside look at careers in hospitals, medical offices, emergency services, therapy, pharmacy, diagnostic imaging, and other healthcare settings.Students develop an understanding of the responsibilities, expectations, and professional demands of healthcare careers while experiencing how healthcare teams work together to provide quality patient care. To learn more about the program, visit:https://www.cayboces.org/cte-new-visions This is a full-time, 10-month position that follows the school calendar. In this position, you'll be a part of a great team that believes in our BOCES purpose of UNLEASHING POTENTIAL IN OUR COMMUNITY. We are COLLABORATIVE LEARNERS, AD