Assistant Professor EMSI

CHESS•Santa Fe, NM

21d•$70,240 - $81,240•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Professor EMSI teaches Emergency Medical Services instruction in classroom and online settings, delivering up to 15 pay hours each in the fall and spring semesters and up to 8 pay hours in summer, for 38 pay hours per year. The position designs and prepares course assignments, grades and tracks student work, assesses student placement, maintains scheduled office hours, advises students, and provides mentoring and guidance to adjunct faculty. Faculty are expected to maintain current professional standards and practices, participate in meetings and committees, and support SFCC and the School of Sciences, Health, Engineering and Math. The position serves a diverse college community. The expected start date is Spring 2027, with candidate screening beginning in late October 2026. The role is onsite in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with a regular schedule of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Weekend and evening work may occasionally be required. Scheduled weekly hours are 40. Minimum starting salary varies by education: $70,240 for a bachelor's degree, $73,910 for a master's degree, $77,570 for a master's degree plus 45 credits, and $81,240 for a doctorate. Final salary is commensurate with education, experience, and other applicable factors. A complete application must include a CV/resume, unofficial transcripts, cover letter, and teaching philosophy. The CV must fully document relevant experience in the specified formats; incomplete application packages will not be reviewed, and incomplete experience information will not be considered in calculating relevant experience.

Requirements

Associate's degree in EMS, Paramedicine, Education, or a related field.
Valid New Mexico EMT-Paramedic license and/or National Registry of EMTs credential; must be able to obtain a New Mexico EMT-Paramedic license within six months of hire.
Current New Mexico EMS Instructor-Coordinator (I/C) approval, or eligibility to obtain approval within 12 months of hire under New Mexico Joint Organization on Education requirements. Continued employment depends on obtaining and maintaining this approval.
At least three years of appropriate prehospital work experience at the Advanced Life Support level.
Possess or obtain, within one year of employment, American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor certifications.
Maintain New Mexico EMS Paramedic licensure, New Mexico Instructor Coordinator certification, and American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor certificates as a condition of continued employment.
Current, demonstrated knowledge of applicable course content.
Knowledge of current teaching methodologies and practices, diverse learning styles, tutorial units and related instructional learning laboratories, evaluation methodologies, record keeping, and curriculum design and planning.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Problem-solving, time-management, listening, and critical-thinking skills.
Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, special-needs, and ethnic backgrounds of college students.
Ability to communicate information and ideas and speak clearly.
Must meet the requirements of the clinical institutions.
Complete application package must include a CV/resume, unofficial transcripts, cover letter, and teaching philosophy.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in EMS, Emergency Management, Education, or a related field.
EMS Instructor-Coordinator with 150 hours of teaching experience at the Advanced Life Support level under the supervision of a paramedic instructor/coordinator.
Previous experience instructing EMS initial licensure courses at the paramedic level.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor (PALS), Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support Instructor (PHTLS), or Advanced Medical Life Support Instructor (AMLS) credentials.
Teaching experience in a higher education environment.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned classes, up to 15 pay hours each in the fall and spring semesters and up to 8 pay hours in summer, for 38 pay hours per year.
Provide classroom and online instruction in EMSI in accordance with approved course syllabi.
Create and maintain effective, student-centered learning environments.
Design and prepare course assignments, grade and track student work, assess student placement, and maintain records of grades, coursework, degree plans, and graduation petitions.
Advise students on academic achievement and learning goals, and assist with enrollment, registration, and navigating systems.
Refer students to Counseling/Accessibility Services and the Tutoring Center as appropriate.
Explain course content, requirements, grading procedures, and attendance policies to students.
Maintain and submit current course outlines, syllabi, assessment materials, and required reports by deadlines.
Maintain an approved schedule of office hours and meet with students, including providing academic advisement in EMS and related areas.
Seek ways to improve instruction and keep abreast of developments in professional education.
Participate in curriculum development and create curriculum and assessment instruments using multiple assessment techniques.
Integrate appropriate technology and diversity throughout the curriculum.
Develop and select materials and methods for faculty to use in teaching and assessing courses; assist with selecting appropriate textbooks and instructional materials.
Participate in faculty, department, School, college-wide, and other meetings and functions; serve on college committees and support college activities.
Promote the program within SFCC and in the community, including working with the Office of Recruitment and Outreach.
May coordinate the program advisory committee.
Build relationships with Santa Fe-area businesses and related industries to develop career-path initiatives, internships, and workforce development.
Manage student internships and/or co-ops.
Mentor and observe faculty, and provide mentoring and guidance to adjunct faculty.
Collaborate with faculty and staff across the School and college, and perform other duties assigned by the Dean, Associate Dean, or designated representatives.
Attend committee and department meetings and support the mission of SFCC and the School of Sciences, Health, Engineering and Math.