Medical Assistant Instructor

Position Description: **Medical Assisting Instructor (Part\-Time \| Saturday Position)** **Are you an experienced Healthcare Professional looking to expand your impact without leaving your full\-time hospital or clinic role?** **Skilltrade is a private allied\-health career training school seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Medical Assistant or higher credentialed individual to serve as an instructor in our program and help develop certification\-ready, workforce\-ready Medical Assistants.** **This is a perfect opportunity for:** Someone passionate about healthcare education, committed to helping students develop the skills necessary to excel in the field of medical assisting. * Lead Medical Assistants * Educators at heart who want to shape the next generation * Professionals seeking predictable supplemental income Leaders looking to strengthen their resume with instructional experience * **What You’ll Do** This role involves teaching adult students enrolled in a structured, certification\-focused training program that prepares graduates for national credentialing exams and entry\-level roles in healthcare facilities. * Deliver hands\-on lab instruction aligned with current industry standards * Demonstrate workflows, patient interaction, and infection prevention best practices * Reinforce exam\-readiness strategies tied to CCMA certification * Coach students on professionalism and clinical expectations * Evaluate competency through skills checkoffs and practical assessments * Maintain accurate attendance and grading records * Partner with leadership to ensure students are workforce\-ready **We provide the curriculum, lesson plans, and onboarding support. Prior teaching experience is not required — but professionalism and subject\-matter mastery are.** **Qualifications** * Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) * Minimum 2\+ years of hands\-on medical assistant experience * Current BLS Certification * Strong knowledge of medical assisting procedures, medical office operations, and patient care * Clear, confident communication skills * A mentoring mindset and commitment to high standards Reliable, punctual, and organized * **Preferred (but not required)** * Experience as a Lead MA, Nurse or Preceptor Experience training or onboarding new hires * **Why Join Us?** * Predictable Schedule: 4–6 hours per week (morning) * Competitive Compensation: $23–$27/hour (based on experience) * Leadership Development * Opportunity to shape future professionals * Supportive academic leadership team **If you take pride in your craft and want to elevate the profession, this is your opportunity to teach with purpose.** **Apply today!**