• Workforce Development Educator

    Nuvance Health (Norwalk, CT)


    *Description*

    *Summary:*

     

    The Academy for Career Readiness at Nuvance Health is seeking a passionate and skilled Workforce Development Educator to empower young adults aged 16-24 with the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in today's workforce.� This role involves designing and delivering engaging, student-centered training programs that align with employer needs and support career pathways in healthcare and beyond.

     

    The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in education, workforce development, clinical and non-clinical instruction, a commitment to equity and inclusion, and the ability to build meaningful partnerships with hospital departments and community stakeholders.

     

    *Responsibilities:*

    * Delivers an engaging and interactive workforce development curriculum that teaches essential employability skills for all careers, while integrating technical healthcare training relevant to hospital environments.

    * Administers and supports hands-on healthcare training modules, including basic clinical skills, safety protocols, and hospital operations.

    * Develops and maintains curriculum and instructional materials that reflect current industry standards and best practices.

    * Differentiates instruction to meet the unique needs and learning styles of students.

    * Evaluates students progress and program effectiveness through assessments, feedback, and performance metrics.

    * Provides constructive feedback and guidance to help students improve their skills and achieve career goals.

    * Collaborates with Academy staff and hospital departments to align training with workforce needs and ensure program relevance.

    * Implements student-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive teaching methods.

    * Facilitates meetings and training with hospital staff to coordinate programming and support student success.

    * Builds meaningful and sustained relationships with students to foster engagement and retention.

    * Provides small groups and individuals tutoring/instruction as needed.

    * Supports students in navigating career pathways, including resume development, interview preparation, and job placement.

    * Assists with program logistics, data tracking, and reporting as required by the Program Director.��

    * Maintains and Models Nuvance Health Values.��

    * Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.� �

    * Performs other duties as required.

    *Other Information:*

     

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    * Required: Bachelors degree

    * Preferred: Master's degree in Education, Social Work, Training and Talent Development

    * Relevant Experience: Workforce development, Healthcare Education, or Teaching Special Education or Non-traditional learners

    * Experience teaching or training young adults using active learning practices (e.g. discussions, projects, hands-on activities).

    * Familiarity with healthcare environments and technical training in clinical or administrative roles.

    * Strong understanding of effective teaching methodologies and workforce development practices.

    * Demonstrated experience assessing student progress and tailoring instruction to meet diverse needs.

    * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    * Ability to adapt instruction to various learning styles and needs.

    * Experience developing and/or teaching culturally responsive and trauma-informed curriculum.

     

    Company: Nuvance Health

     

    Org Unit: 2025

     

    Department: Academy for Career Readiness

    Exempt: Yes

    Salary Range: $28.78 - $53.45 Hourly

     

    We are an equal opportunity employer

     

    Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

     

    We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.