Adjunct Faculty, Paramedic

Position Title

About the Role

The instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities during the day, evening, or weekend via instructional delivery formats to include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote. Face-to-face and hybrid classes may be offered on any Prince George’s Community College campus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in conjunction with course outcomes.
• Teach course content via an appropriate delivery format to include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction.
• Complete mandated institutional trainings and professional development trainings related to content discipline and pedagogy.
• Facilitate appropriate instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning.
• Evaluate student performance using assessment tools that align with established course objectives and outcomes.
• Create and administer assessments that monitor student progress and provide timely student feedback.
• Provide an orientation at the first class meeting to include an overview of the course syllabus.
• Notify students of key academic dates and course adjustments, maintain an up-to-date, electronic grade book, and enter final grades by the established due date.
• Maintain accurate records and submit class records (as appropriate) to the Department Chair or Program Coordinator by the established due date, and participate in the departmental evaluation and course assessment process.
• Maintain office hours, advise students, and refer students to appropriate resources.
• Respond to student emails and phone calls within 48 hours with the exception of weekends and holidays.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Perform all other duties as directed by the Department Chair, Program Coordinator, or designee.

Requirements

• Must be certified as a National Registry Paramedic by and in good standing with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) or must be a healthcare clinician certified by a nationally recognized certifying organization at a level equal to or higher than that of National Registry Paramedic.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a certified National Registry Paramedic or as a healthcare clinician certified at a level equal to or higher than that of National Registry Paramedic.
• Must have a minimum of 1-year experience as a certified preceptor for paramedic students.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of advanced life support teaching experience in the education of paramedics.
• Experience with Microsoft office applications including Microsoft Word and EXCEL.
• Experience with course management in learning management systems preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and mastery of course content.
• Ability to provide service to diverse populations using a student-centered approach.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff.
• Ability to plan, deliver and assess effective instruction.
• Ability to teach in face to face, remote and online modalities, as needed.
• Ability to effectively use instructional technology (Internet, instructional software, learning management system, videoconferencing, etc.).
• Critical thinking, organization, and conflict management skills.
• Research skills (where appropriate).
• Time management, planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Language skills.

Physical Requirements

• Full use of sensory skills as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, or handle or feel objects and controls to ensure effective and efficient communication and interaction with students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to perform each of the following as a single or repetitive motion without assistance: Ascend and descend steps and stairs; lift and move materials weighing up to 20 pounds; sit or stand for extended periods of time; and perform the functions of climbing, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, crouching, and grasping.

Job Requirements

• Must have full use of sensory skills as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, or handle or feel objects and controls to ensure effective and efficient communication and interaction with students, faculty, and staff.
• Must possess the ability to effectively use and operate various items of equipment, such as, but not limited to a personal computer, calculator, copier, fax machine, and program-specific instructional, software and lab equipment.
• Maintain constant emotional control and stability and utilize stress management and coping abilities.
• Must possess basic mathematical skills, such as working with percentages and fractions.

Other Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
• Ability to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range for Credit Part time faculty positions is $1004 – $1064 per credit hour depending on education and experience. Background Check Statement: Yes Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus? No Posting Number: ADJ20211/12 Open Date: 07/01/2025 Close Date: Open Until Filled No Application Status: You will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.