Instructor - Emergency Medical Service (Limited-Term Employment)

Fox Valley Technical College•Appleton, WI

7d•$73,900 - $86,900•Onsite

About The Position

Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the ongoing development of curriculum that meets the needs of students and employers utilizing instructional strategies that promote student success. The Instructor – Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic provides classroom, laboratory, clinical, field, and practical instruction consistent with applicable Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS), National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), accreditation, and Fox Valley Technical College requirements. The instructor facilitates student learning through classroom instruction, hands-on skills development, simulation, assessment, clinical and field education, and other instructional activities designed to prepare students for successful careers in Emergency Medical Services. This is a limited-term position, with an expected duration of May 24, 2027.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Medical Services, a health science, or a related and appropriate medical field; OR possess a degree at the level in which they are teaching, additional experience beyond what is required, and a plan to obtain a bachelor’s degree with approval by the Vice President – Learning/Chief Academic Officer.
Minimum of two years full-time (4,000 hours if part-time) of occupational experience providing emergency medical care and/or critical care as a Paramedic, RN, or in the field being taught.
At least one year (2,000 hours) shall be within five years prior to appointment.
One year may be waived for occupational instructors with at least two years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate field within five years prior to appointment.
Must have and maintain National Registry Paramedic certification and Wisconsin State Paramedic license.
Must have and maintain Wisconsin EMS Instructor II licensure/certification and qualifications to teach Paramedic, Advanced EMT, EMT, and EMR as required by applicable Wisconsin EMS requirements.
American Heart Association instructor recognition in BLS, ACLS, and PALS required. Training Center Faculty status is required when assigned responsibilities require that designation.
Proficiency utilizing learning management systems and applicable instructional technologies, including EMS instructional and clinical tracking tools such as Platinum Planner, FISDAP, or comparable systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to effectively demonstrate, observe, evaluate, and provide feedback regarding EMS psychomotor and patient-care skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, employees, patients, clinical partners, EMS agencies, healthcare professionals, and other audiences.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing demands, assignments, instructional environments, and circumstances to meet student needs.
Commitment to continuous improvement in instructional quality through innovative methodologies, simulation, technology, techniques, and delivery methods.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) when operating FVTC vehicles or traveling between instructional locations as required by the position.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Emergency Medical Services, a health science, or a related and appropriate medical field from an accredited institution is preferred.
Five years of occupational experience is preferred.
Wisconsin Critical Care endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

Foster student learning by developing and utilizing appropriate instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and support student engagement. Create learning experiences that integrate instructional technologies and multiple delivery methodologies, including in-person, hybrid, virtual, and online instruction, as appropriate.
Provide classroom, laboratory, simulation, clinical, field, and practical instruction consistent with applicable EMS curriculum, competencies, standards, and scope of practice. Demonstrate and evaluate EMS skills and provide students with opportunities to develop the knowledge, judgment, technical skills, and professional behaviors necessary for successful EMS practice.
Assess student learning and provide regular feedback to support student success. Utilize written examinations, practical skills evaluations, simulation, competency assessments, and other appropriate methods to evaluate student performance. Use assessment results and applicable data to identify opportunities for instructional and program improvement.
Develop and continually revise curriculum and instructional materials that are competency-based, current, consistent with employer and industry expectations, and aligned with applicable College, DHS, WTCS, NREMT, and accreditation requirements.
Fulfill assigned teaching schedules; maintain accurate attendance, grades, skills documentation, and other required student records; and maintain classroom, laboratory, and training environments with an emphasis on safety, organization, equipment security, and student engagement. Ensure required course materials and instructional resources are available to students.
Coordinate and support applicable clinical, field, and experiential learning activities in accordance with program and accreditation requirements. Collaborate with EMS agencies, healthcare organizations, clinical partners, preceptors, and College staff to support student learning and successful completion of required experiences.
Support the College by engaging in division, department, program, and team activities and meetings, including planning, development, scheduling, budgeting, accreditation activities, and College initiatives. Collaborate with fellow instructors and staff and remain current with internal and external changes, initiatives, regulations, and standards affecting EMS education and practice.
Build and maintain positive relationships with EMS agencies, fire departments, healthcare organizations, clinical partners, employers, and community stakeholders. Participate in advisory committees, external meetings, outreach activities, recruitment efforts, professional associations, and customized training that support the College and EMS programming.
Serve as an advocate for students and engage in activities that help students successfully complete their education and reach their professional goals. Collaborate with Student Services and provide appropriate academic, course, career, certification, clinical, field, and EMS-related guidance and connect students with College resources when appropriate.
Continually improve knowledge and skills related to emerging trends, current EMS and critical-care practices, instructional methodologies, simulation, technology, and applicable regulatory requirements. Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and all licenses, certifications, and professional credentials required for assigned instruction and program compliance.
Support and maintain Paramedic program accreditation and State of Wisconsin program approval. Participate in self-study, continuous improvement, required reporting and documentation, education meetings and workshops, and compliance with applicable College, DHS, WTCS, accreditation, and other regulatory requirements.