Paramedic Adjunct Faculty; Part-Time

Adjunct Faculty – Paramedic

Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education located in southwest Roanoke, VA, serving a diverse region that includes Roanoke, Salem, Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. The college welcomes applications for adjunct faculty to provide classroom instruction for Paramedic courses in the School of Health Professions. Faculty are expected to maintain currency in their teaching discipline and in trends in community college education.

The Paramedic Adjunct Faculty position provides education and training support to students in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) programs at the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) and Paramedic levels. This role involves delivering comprehensive educational support, including instruction of psychomotor skills vital for effective EMS practice; evaluating student performance in the lab setting to ensure proficiency in essential skills and procedures;

preparing and organizing instructional materials and resources for lab sessions; and cultivating a positive learning environment that promotes student engagement and success.

• Minimum of an associate's degree.
• Excellent computer applications proficiency.
• Professional healthcare credential of Paramedic(s).
• At least two years experience in emergency medicine/prehospital care.
• Knowledgeable about methods of instruction, testing, and evaluation of students.
• Knowledgeable in the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Education Standards.
• Knowledgeable in the National Registry of EMTs.
• Nationally Registered Paramedic certification.
• Virginia Paramedic certification.

All adjunct faculty positions require excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work with students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Virginia Education Coordinator certification.
• AHA BLS CPR Instructor.
• AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor.
• Advanced Medical Life Support Instructor.
• Emergency Pediatric Care or equivalent.
• Prehospital Trauma Life Support Instructor or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate technology routinely into instructional and faculty responsibilities, including use of the Canvas (LMS) Learning Management System for online learning development/teaching, and current Microsoft Office programs.

Only online applications will be accepted and must include a resume, cover letter, and transcripts of all college work completed. Transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions must be attached to the online application; if they are not attached, upload a document indicating the transcripts will be mailed. Applications submitted via regular e‑mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in‑person will not be considered.

For more specific information regarding the application process, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Questions about the application process may be directed to 540‑857‑7282 or 857‑7283.

Females, minorities, and applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. TTY 711 or 1‑800‑828‑1120. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the ADAAA, Virginia Western Community College will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

VCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.