PT - Adjunct Instructor, EMS - Paramedic

Stanly Community College•Crutchfield Education Center - Locust, NC

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

The EMS adjunct Instructor is responsible for assisting with instruction in the Stanly Community College EMS initial and continuing education programs as assigned and under the direction of the EMS Program Director. Duties include assurance of compliance with standards as set forth by the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services (NCOEMS) and the national EMS education accreditation bodies. In addition, the instructor facilitates lab and simulation activities, maintains necessary records, and evaluates course activities. The instructor is responsible for teaching courses as assigned, staying current on research in subject issues and industry trends, evaluating student progress, and helping to develop instructional plans and evaluation instruments. Other duties include reviewing and requesting new materials, maintaining records, and preparing a variety of reports as requested.

Requirements

Current Paramedic credential or other healthcare credential (RN, RT, etc.)
Two years of experience as a Paramedic or other healthcare professional
Working knowledge of NCOEMS education requirements
Working knowledge of National EMS Education Standards

Nice To Haves

NCOEMS Level I Instructor status or ability to obtain within one year
Possess or working toward an associate degree or a bachelor’s degree
NCOEMS Level II EMS Instructor status is a plus
Instructor credentials in one or more EMS/Allied Health Support Courses (e.g. CPR, ACLS, PALS, ITLS, AMLS, ASLS, etc.)

Responsibilities

Assisting with instruction in EMS initial and continuing education programs.
Ensuring compliance with NCOEMS and national EMS education accreditation standards.
Facilitating lab and simulation activities.
Maintaining necessary records.
Evaluating course activities and student progress.
Teaching courses as assigned.
Staying current on research, subject issues, and industry trends.
Helping to develop instructional plans and evaluation instruments.
Reviewing and requesting new materials.
Preparing a variety of reports.
Teaching program material via seated and online classes.
Learning new material to keep up with changing technology.
Facilitating regular and substantive interaction via proactive communication with students.
Participating in recruiting for new students.
Ensuring classrooms, labs, and lab equipment are in good repair and maintaining a safe environment.
Serving as a mentor to students.
Attending and participating in program and college-sponsored instructor and professional development activities.
Teaching in EMT, paramedic, and specialty courses and classes.
Assisting in the planning, coordination, and execution of didactic and lab instruction.
Assisting in the planning, coordination, execution, and evaluation of simulation activities/instruction.
Assisting in the planning, coordination and execution of clinical and/or field internship instruction.
Assisting with continuous review and improvement of the educational program.
Developing course outlines and determining implementation specifics for EMS classes.
Recommending budget needs for equipment, supplies, and travel.
Evaluating and recommending instructional materials, audio-visual aids, and equipment.
Providing all necessary documentation to registration and accountability personnel.
Participating in registration and evaluation activities.
Participating in the EMS Program Review process.
Performing other duties relevant to the work described.