Surgical Technology Instructor - Virtual

We are seeking experienced and passionate Adjunct Instructors to join Stepful’s bench of virtual educators supporting the 16-week virtual and synchronous didactic portion of our Surgical Technologist program. This role is ideal for instructors who are interested in supporting existing cohorts as substitute instructors when coverage is needed, while also being considered for future cohort teaching opportunities as new classes launch. Stepful’s instructor-led programs are designed to support students every step of the way, from preparing for NCCT certification to launching successful careers in surgical services. We’re looking for educators who are excited to deliver high-quality online instruction, foster student confidence, and help learners succeed in a virtual classroom environment. This is a fully remote, part-time, 1099 contract role. What you’ll do:

• Teach highly-engaging, live, virtual classes over Zoom four times a week

• Didactic classes usually take begin between 1-3:30pm EST, Monday - Thursday

• Communicate regularly with students over email and other communication tools

• Provide ongoing support, troubleshoot issues, and prepare and plan for future modules, as needed

• Deliver clear, engaging instruction aligned to Stepful’s standardized curriculum

• Support students in understanding Sterile Processing concepts across CRCST exam domains

• Assess student understanding through assignments, quizzes, and in-class participation

• Provide timely feedback and targeted remediation to students who are struggling academically or with confidence

• Document student progress, attendance, and performance in Stepful systems

• Collaborate with Stepful’s learning team to ensure alignment with program goals and student needs

• Offer insights to improve the student experience and curriculum delivery

What you’ll bring:

• Active Surgical Technologist Certification
• 3+ years of experience as a certified Surgical Technologist in a clinical setting
• Experience teaching, training, tutoring, or instructing students or staff
• Comfortability teaching live online classes over Zoom
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable using LMS platforms and virtual teaching tools
• Ability to follow a standardized curriculum while adapting explanations to different learning styles
• Commitment to inclusive, accessible, and career-focused healthcare education
• Ability to work 10 hours per week per class, Monday - Thursday

Bonus points if:

• You have experience teaching Surgical Technology or NCCT exam preparation
• You have experience supporting diverse, underserved, or non-traditional student populations
• You have experience with online or hybrid education programs
• You have familiarity with competency-based education

Interview Process:

• Intro Call with Talent Team
• Case Study Assignment
• Final Interview with Hiring Manager

The hourly pay rate for this opportunity is $30.00 - $35.00/hour. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, internal pay equity and other relevant business considerations.