Emergency Medical Services; EMS Professor - Part-Time

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Professor - Part-Time

medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, 403(b), retirement plan, hybrid

Part-Time Faculty positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Submitting an application does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is the third largest city in Washington State with a thriving and diverse community of over 200,000 residents.

Tacoma Community College seeks an innovative, student‑centered part‑time professor to join the Healthcare Pathway in Emergency Medical Services (EMS). The instructor will develop, prepare, and teach courses across classroom, skills lab, and field settings, including EMT‑Basic and Paramedic coursework. This position reports directly to the Dean of Healthcare.

• Prepare and teach associate-level EMS curriculum, including EMT‑Basic and Paramedic courses, in classroom, skills lab, clinical, and field settings
• Develop course syllabi, schedules, instructional materials, assessments, and evaluate student learning outcomes
• Collaborate with EMS program faculty, the Program Chair, and staff on curriculum development and continuous program improvement
• Employ inclusive, student‑centered teaching strategies that support a diverse student population
• Foster a positive, professional learning environment that promotes student success and retention
• Supervise and advise students regarding didactic, skills lab, clinical, and field performance
• Provide clear, timely, and constructive feedback aligned with program standards and expectations
• Serve as a liaison with clinical and field training sites, as appropriate
• Identify instructional equipment and resource needs to maintain a current and effective learning environment
• Collaborate with EMS advisory committee members and community partners to ensure curriculum alignment with local industry standards and workforce needs
• Maintain regular office hours in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement
• Utilize the college’s learning management system (e.g., Canvas) and instructional technologies to support teaching and learning
• Participate in departmental meetings, curriculum review and design, campus committees, and division and college activities
• Engage in ongoing professional development, including equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives
• Meet applicable institutional and program accreditation standards and support overall college accreditation processes
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Current EMT-basic, AEMT, or Paramedic certification
• 3 years of recent full-time experience in Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
• Currently endorsed as a Senior EMT Instructor (SEI), or eligible to obtain endorsement within one year of hire
• Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software
• AHA BLS Provider Instructor certification, or ability to obtain within 2 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a related field from an accredited college or university
• Teaching experience in the EMS field

• Criminal background check required prior to start of employment
• No obligation to sponsor an H‑1B visa; proof of authorization to work in the United States required at time of hire
• Part‑time faculty contracts on a quarterly basis; classes may be on Tacoma or Gig Harbor campus, hybrid online, or fully online (Canvas)
• Evening hours may be required
• Eligible for health and retirement benefits after the second consecutive quarter of full‑time or more equivalent teaching

Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. The college offers reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act.