Health Science Technology Teacher

Minimum Qualifications:

SC CTE WBL and BLS certification, or eligibility for SC certification, in Health Science Technology

Minimum of an associate degree related to science, healthcare, or health science

Document minimum employment in a healthcare setting as a licensed, certified, or registered healthcare professional:

1. Master’s or Doctorate degree, teacher candidates, require six months of full-time healthcare work experience, while licensed as an approved healthcare provider, during the last five years.
2. Bachelor’s +18 towards their master’s degree, teacher candidates, require one or more years of full-time work experience, while licensed as an approved healthcare provider, during the last five years.
3. Bachelor’s degree, teacher candidates, require two or more years of full-time healthcare work experience, while licensed as an approved healthcare provider, during the last five years. during the last five years.
4. Associate degree +30 in towards their bachelor’s degree, teacher candidates, require three or more years of full-time work experience during the last five years.
5. Associate degree, teacher candidates, require four or more years of full-time healthcare work experience while licensed as an approved healthcare provider, during the last five years. during the last five years.
6. Recent work experiences will be an important deciding factor for eligibility approval.
7. The SCDE office of Teacher Certification in conjunction with the SCDE Office of Career and Technical Education work together to determine appropriate and approved work experiences.

Approved Medical Professionals with approved certifications and work experience include: Athletic Trainer, Cardio Tech, Chiropractor, Dental Hygienist, Dentist, Sonographer, Exercise Physiologist, Health Education Specialist, Nuclear Medicine Tech, Nurse Practitioner, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Paramedic, Pharmacist, Physical Therapist, Physical Therapy Assistant, Physician, Physician Assistant, Public Health Specialist, Rad Tech, RN, Respiratory Care Practitioner.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions related to health care

Knowledge of effective and innovative instructional and student assessment strategies preferred

Desire to work in a collaborative educational environment and dedication to providing quality instruction

Prior work experience in an instructional setting preferred

Skills in interpersonal relations with students, parents, teachers, staff and the general public

Outstanding references from current and former supervisors

Satisfactory SLED (SC Law Enforcement Division) report

Length of Contract:   190 days

Starting Date: 2025-2026

College transcripts, three references, and a copy of appropriate credentials should also be submitted during the application process.

Prior to employment, the District will request a criminal record history check for past action of crimes.  For this reason, information about date of birth, gender, and race is requested as a part of the application process.