Professor, Emergency Medical Service Professions

Tyler Junior College•TJC Central Campus, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

An EMSP professor will deliver high-quality classroom and lab instruction, support student success, and contribute to institutional service in alignment with departmental and college standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Emergency Medical Services or related field
Three years of experience in pre-hospital emergency care
Texas certification as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic is required or received within 12 months upon hiring.
AHA BLS Provider certification or received within 6 months of hiring
AHA ACLS Provider certification.
Texas DSHS certification as an EMS instructor.

Nice To Haves

Extensive pre-hospital emergency department and/or flight experience
One year of teaching experience in a field or clinical setting
Teaching experience in a community college academic program
Knowledge of, and experience with, the CoAEMSP accreditation process
Current NREMT-P Paramedic certification as an instructor in: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS)
Emergency Pre-Hospital Provider (PEPP) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Responsibilities

Exhibit a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning
Maintain current and comprehensive knowledge and experience in the teaching field and assigned teaching discipline
Create a classroom environment reflecting professionalism, equity, respect, and trust
Adhere to college policies
Abide by Employee Standards of Conduct
Perform job duties as assigned by the department chair and dean (unless request violates TJC policy or local/state/federal laws)
Stay current with and follow departmental and college policies
Complete required compliance trainings and stay current on professional development hours
Exhibit a commitment to student success
Design classroom instructional activities appropriate to the expected rigor of the course and consistent with program expectations and course objectives
Embed interactive learning activities in the instructional setting that engage student learning and encourage student development of active learning skillsets
Facilitate student learning and successful completion of the course by preparing and using appropriate instructional materials compatible with the expected rigor of the course and consistent with program expectations and course objectives
Align learning opportunities and employ suitable assessments of course learning outcomes and program learning outcomes, with the student's core competencies
Sequence learning opportunities and assessments through the courses and program to build student learning and understanding
Integrate workplace professional skillsets into the classroom environment (i.e., prompt and regular attendance, initiative to seek clarification, timely submission of work, use of technology in work completion, etc.)
Motivate students to perform at their highest level by maintaining an atmosphere of dignity and cordiality conducive to learning in both the classroom and office
Adhere to college policies
Meet all classes as scheduled and maximize use of available class time
Maintain scheduled office hours as required
Follow attendance and office hour requirements for online and hybrid classes as specified in the distance education course standards (see employee handbook)
Follow prescribed course syllabi and adopted textbooks [including appropriate assigned readings]
Inform students of student learning outcomes, class procedures, and grading policies at the beginning of each semester
Demonstrate initiative and/or cooperative support of leadership, faculty, and staff to implement strategic improvements and achieve goals
Attend and participate in required department and school meetings, and perform other duties as assigned by the department chair or instructional dean
Teach in the modality (face-to-face, hybrid, or online) chosen by the College.
Maintain accurate records and submit required student attendance and grade reports by published deadlines
Model professional conduct and enforce student conduct policies as prescribed
Participate in all required convocation activities and graduation events
Maintain required memberships/licensures/certifications per department and accrediting body standards
Assume duties, including committee assignments, over and above assigned classes and office hours as requested by the department chair or instructional dean
Demonstrate commitment to the college through actively participating in TJC-sponsored events and activities beyond assigned classes and office hours as appropriate
Network with community members and others to promote the TJC program and its students
Exhibit conduct that reflects the mission, vision, and values of the institution and the community