EMS Instructor

Duties

• Participate as a member of a teaching team, working collaboratively with other full- and part-time faculty to deliver high quality instruction.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate emergency medical services curriculum.
• Teach emergency medical services courses in classroom, lab, and clinical settings using innovative methods, techniques, and delivery methods that include active learning, instructional technology, and online learning.
• Write and revise course plans.
• Maintain a classroom and lab with the appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Collaborate with the dean of health professions and clinical coordination specialist to establish/maintain clinical partnerships and relationships with local healthcare organizations.
• Collaborate with the dean of health professions to recruit qualified students and faculty for nursing programs including mentoring adjunct faculty.
• Collect, analyze, and use data from assessment of courses and student learning outcomes to evaluate program effectiveness.
• Recommend curricular changes based on student learning outcomes.
• Maintain an environment conducive to learning.
• Develop and implement student retention and success initiatives.
• Advise students in a proactive manner to assist in retention and program completion.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and external constituents.
• Demonstrate ethical standards of practice as articulated by the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services.
• Serve on department and other college committees and participate in college initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted EMT license in Virginia.
  
• Certification as an Educational Consultant by the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services.
  
• A minimum of an associate degree in Emergency Medical Services from an accredited college or university.
  
• At least two years’ experience as an EMT with recent field experience.
  
• Knowledge of current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Educations Standards, and evidence-informed practice.
  
• Commitment to community college mission and to emergency medical education.
  
• Excellent oral and written communication and effective communication in teaching/learning situations.
  
• Commitment to and ability to implement teaching strategies that foster student retention and student success.
  
• Ability to serve effectively as a team member and maintain effective and courteous working relationships.
  
• Fairness and flexibility in understanding and working with various students.
  
• Knowledge of emerging trends in emergency medical scenarios.
  
• Willingness to obtain and maintain screening and immunizations required for field participation.

Additional Considerations

• Bachelor’s degree in emergency medical services or related field from an accredited college or university.
  
• Experience in community college or other higher education nursing education.
  
• Knowledge of assessment of student learning and program effectiveness.
  
• Experience working in an CAAHEP/CoAEMSP accredited emergency medical services program.
  
• Evidence of continuous professional development in emergency medical services.