Career Prep Instructor (Part-time)

Career Prep Instructor

Location: Pima Medical Institute - Denver Campus | On-Site

Position Type: Part-Time (15 Hours/Week) |Afternoon Schedule

Compensation: $23.73 – $29.66 per hour

Pima Medical Institute is seeking an experienced and passionate Career Prep Instructor to join our Denver campus. In this role, you will implement the Career Prep Curriculum Sequence, guiding students through the foundational knowledge and professional skills they need to launch successful healthcare careers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver engaging lesson plans using a variety of teaching techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles.


• Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based on student needs and established curriculum.


• Evaluate, provide feedback, and grade student coursework and assignments within 72 hours.


• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.


• Document and discuss academic or behavioral issues with students as they arise; alert the Assistant Dean of Faculty and Student Services Coordinator within 24 hours of a behavioral incident.


• Regularly review and suggest updates to course materials including syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.


• Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, community service field trips, and visits to clinics and medical offices.


• Partner with Admissions and Career Services on on-site and off-site activities and externship placement.


• Participate in faculty meetings, advisory board meetings, graduations, workshops, and professional development opportunities.


• Complete required documentation for student files, attendance, incident reports, early alerts, and other necessary records.


• Enforce safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors.

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or CHEA in the subject field taught, OR a minimum of 3 years of job-related training and experience in the field.


• Minimum 3 years of practical occupational experience in the subject field.


• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology documented by post-secondary education or job experience.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience in the subject field.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Pay: $23.73 – $29.66 per hour.


• Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (10 hours/week).


• Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — you're not just an employee, you're an owner.


• Retirement: 401(k) with a 10% Employer Match.


• Colorado Paid Sick Leave and Public Health Emergency leave.


• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development opportunities.