Lead Paramedic Instructor

Posting Number

Lead Paramedic Instructor

Program Coordinator

$62,988.68

$72,436.65

Annual

E = Exempt

The Lead Paramedic instructor will be the lead instructor for advanced level EMS courses such as Paramedic and AEMT. Additional responsibilities include teaching other EMS courses; developing course syllabi and instructional materials; maintaining instructional records; recruiting, advising and retaining students, and clinical precepting.

• Associate Degree in EMS or related field
• Level I NCOEMS Instructor certification (or eligibility)
• Knowledge of NCOEMS and CoAEMSP requirements and processes
• NC Paramedic certification
• At least 3 years field experience as a Paramedic
• Minimum of 1 year teaching experience

• Bachelor Degree in EMS or related field, Level II NCOEMS Instructor certification (or eligibility), NC Paramedic certification, at least 5 years field experience as a paramedic, 3 years teaching experience in EMS

• Proficiency in MS Office products,
• On line learning management system
• Clinical and proficiency tracking tools such as EMCE, FISDAP, or Platinum Planner
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong commitment to student success;
• Detail oriented;
• Ability to establish and maintain strong partnerships with public safety agencies
• Willingness to participate in college activities and committees;

Public Services Tech - Emergency Medical Services

Primarily days 40 hours weekly; however variations may be necessary with with days, weekends, and nights dependent upon the class design.

05/18/2026

Yes

Teaching demonstration may be required. Include credentials or credential status with resume

1. Update, communicate and follow course syllabus content.

2. Participate in professional development opportunities (selected or assigned) in order to enhance and apply knowledge/skills within the discipline, to effectively utilize required course technology and College applications, and to maintain licensures (as applicable).

3. Utilize College technology for the delivery of instruction and completion of operational processes; this includes but is not limited to the College’s learning management system, email and calendaring solution, document management system(s), student information system, and employee portals.

4. Meet deadlines, including maintaining and submitting accurate class records, employee records/requests, and other assigned tasks.

5. Successfully prepare, manage, and deliver course content in order to achieve course objectives, accommodate diverse learning styles, and meet administrative requirements. When applicable, ensure laboratories are appropriately stocked with required supplies and equipment is in safe operating order.

6. Actively engage students and provide prompt feedback in an objective, respectful, and effective manner.

7. Work collaboratively with the College’s support services to identify and address the students’ academic support needs.

8. Assist the EMS Director as needed with student advising, registration and recruitment efforts, as appropriate or required.

9. Facilitate a positive, student-centered, and professional environment among students, faculty and staff.

10. Participate in College meetings, events, and committees as appropriate or required

11. Teach other EMS related classes as assigned.

12. Keep the Program Director informed of all students’ academic progress, affective and cognitive behavior, skill mastery and overall performance in the program at all times by maintaining accurate and up to date records of grades, attendance and skills performed in FISDAP, web attendance and Blackboard.

13. Collaborate with the Clinical Coordinator/scheduler to schedule clinical rotations and to schedule additional classroom Instructors when needed.

14. Serve as a program faculty member on the CoAEMSP advisory Committee.

15. Remain current and knowledgeable of emerging trends and topics in EMS.

16. Be knowledgeable of CoAEMSP requirements and work with other staff to ensure compliance in all areas.

17. Provide the students an immersive, creative, current, relevant, and well rounded Paramedic education.