EMT Adjunct 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 the 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.
• 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 teaching and learning.
• Demonstrate skill and knowledge in the teaching discipline.
• 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 within Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services.
• Collaborate with the coordinator of nursing and clinical coordination specialist to establish/maintain clinical partnerships and relationships with local healthcare organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted EMT license in Virginia.
• Certified as an education coordinator by the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services.
• Minimum of an associate degree in Emergency Medical Services or related area from an accredited college or university.
• At least 2 years of emergency medical services or other out-of-hospital experience.
• Knowledge of methods of instruction, testing, and evaluation of student that foster student retention and student success.
• Knowledge of current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Education Standards, and evidenced-informed clinical practice.
• Commitment to community college mission and to emergency medical services education.
• Excellent oral and written communication and effective communication in teaching/learning situations.
• Commitment to innovative teaching approaches, including use of technology as a teaching and learning tool.
• Ability to serve effectively as a member of a team and to maintain effective and courteous working relationships.
• Fairness and flexibility in understanding and working with a wide variety of students.
• Knowledge of emerging trends in emergency medical services and healthcare delivery.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain screening and immunizations required for clinical participation.