Lead EMS Instructor FT Days

Life Ambulance Network•Carol Stream, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

LifeLine Ambulance is seeking a qualified Lead EMS Instructor for its EMS academy. The instructor works directly under the Director of Education to teach EMT classes and is responsible for planning, scheduling, and instructing classes, as well as arranging guest speakers, instructors, and tutors for the program. The role is based in Carol Stream, Illinois, and is full-time, day shift. The listed salary is $25–$30 per hour; the starting range is $27–$30 per hour based on experience. The instructor manages class activities and the learning environment, delivers classroom and practical instruction, evaluates and supports students, and maintains required records. The role also includes mentoring students and instructors, developing lesson plans and testing instruments, maintaining office hours, and participating in department meetings and seminars.

Requirements

Current IDPH EMT-B or Paramedic licensure.
Current IDPH Lead Instructor licensure.
At least three years of experience as a licensed EMT-B or Paramedic.
Previous EMT-B or EMT-P teaching experience.
Must be personable and have good organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fluid environment and demonstrate improvisational skills.
Working knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, and related areas.
Must keep a flexible schedule to be available when needed.
Ability to present information to adult learners in a controlled environment.

Nice To Haves

BLS Instructor Certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage daily class activities.
Manage the learning environment.
Monitor student attendance.
Provide evaluations and feedback to students, the course coordinator, and the medical director.
Manage discipline and grievance issues.
Maintain records required by the EMS system, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), and the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
Deliver didactic content, direct and control classroom discussions, conduct practical skills development sessions, and evaluate student performance in cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills.
Grade quizzes, tests, projects, and homework assignments.
Design, develop, and effectively use testing instruments.
Mentor students and instructors.
Adhere to the course syllabus.
Design, develop, and effectively use lesson plans.
Maintain office hours and participate in department meetings and seminars.
Plan, schedule, and instruct EMT classes.
Arrange guest speakers, instructors, and tutors for the program.