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Our courses may be tech-enabled, but we're ultimately human-centric: each student taps into a vast community throughout their time with us, engaging with fellow students, industry-expert mentors, student advisors, and career coaches, the goal of which is to successfully transition students into their dream job. Through this hybrid approach, we’ve helped thousands of learners revamp their careers and, by extension, their lives, with hundreds of top-notch job offers received every year and a near-perfect placement rate for our program graduates.\nOverview:\nSpringboard is launching an online Surgical Technician Career Training program for aspiring Surgical Technicians. Springboard is looking to hire an engaging Live Instructor with experience preparing students for the Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) exam through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).\nThe instructor will serve as a founding instructional partner and subject matter expert, helping shape live session content, pacing, learner engagement, and certification readiness for a first-of-its-kind training program. The ideal instructor must enjoy not only teaching, but also collaborating on live-session content design to build an exceptional learner experience from the ground up.\nResponsibilities:\nLIVE INSTRUCTION\nEvery week over 18 weeks, facilitate 90-minute learning sessions (max 20-30 students per session) aligned to the course’s didactic curriculum and TS-C certification exam objectives. \nEach lecture will be held a minimum of 2x weekly to accommodate multiple time zones.\nLead engaging, motivational sessions that reinforce key concepts and build learner confidence throughout the program.\nPrepare independently for live sessions. \nOther responsibilities as needed.\nDeliver demonstrations and walkthroughs of surgical concepts, workflows, instrumentation, and operating room best practices as appropriate.\nLead dedicated TS-C certification review sessions toward the end of the didactic curriculum using NCCT-aligned preparation strategies.\nReinforce core curriculum topics including:\nSurgical anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and pharmacology\nInfection prevention and sterile technique\nOperating room preparation and patient safety\nSurgical instrumentation and equipment\nIntraoperative assisting techniques\nSurgical specialties and postoperative procedures\nHelp learners understand how classroom concepts translate into real-world operating room practices.\nRespond to learner questions related to course content via email as needed.\nCollaborate with mentors and the Springboard team to continuously improve learner outcomes, engagement, and certification readiness.\nDESIGN\nAs this is a new program, partner with Springboard's Learning team to develop and refine session agendas, instructional materials, and lecture decks.\nNote: We're looking for someone who enjoys building learning experiences-not simply delivering existing presentations. No branding or graphic design experience required.\nDevelop engaging learning activities using Kahoot and other interactive learning tools to reinforce retention and increase participation.\nMinimum Qualifications:\n8+ years of experience working as a Surgical Technician in an acute care hospital or surgical setting.\nCurrent Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) credential through NCCT or current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through NBSTSA.\nActive certification must be maintained throughout employment.\nMinimum 3 years of teaching experience in Surgical Technology (eg: training, precepting experience). \nMinimum 2 years of teaching experience in an online program. \nDemonstrated ability to simplify complex surgical concepts for learners with little or no prior healthcare experience.\nDeep knowledge of:\nAseptic technique and sterile field maintenance\nSurgical instrumentation\nPatient positioning and OR safety\nSurgical counts and specimen handling\nGeneral and specialty surgical procedures\nTS-C certification exam content and preparation strategies\nPassion for coaching adult learners entering the healthcare workforce.\nRequired Qualifications:\nExperience preparing learners for the NCCT TS-C certification exam.\nExperience developing instructional materials, presentations, or curriculum.\nFamiliarity with online learning platforms (eg: Canvas).\nExperience using interactive engagement tools such as Kahoot, Mentimeter, or similar platforms.\nExperience supporting learners through certification exam preparation.\nOther Requirements:\nExcellent computer skills with reliable high-speed internet (no mobile hotspots).\nMust be comfortable delivering live instruction through virtual meeting platforms.\nAbility to work independently, think critically, and reliably commit to a recurring lecture schedule.\nAbility to respond to Springboard communications within 24 hours and student questions within 24-48 business hours.\nStrong learner empathy, excellent communication skills, and enthusiasm for supporting adults transitioning into healthcare careers.\nComfortable working collaboratively with instructional designers, mentors, and program leadership as a founding member of a new program.\nMust live and work in the United States.\nPay: Up to $40 an hour, depending on experience and geographic location.\nWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.\nCalifornia Privacy Rights Notice for Job Applicants\nUnder the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), Springboard is required to inform California residents who are job applicants about the categories of personal information we collect about you and the purposes for which we will use this information. 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