EMS Hourly Instructor

EMS Hourly Instructor

Southwest Virginia Community College is currently accepting applications for hourly EMS Instructors. This position is for EMS courses at all levels, including EMT, AEMT and Paramedic. Responsibilities will include delivering didactic and practical skill sessions according to National EMS Education Standards, conducting cognitive, psychomotor, and effective assessments, and managing various classroom activities pertaining to EMS education. Some travel may be required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of lecture and laboratory demonstration of EMS subject matter at EMT through Paramedic level
• Knowledge of preparation and delivery of required course content
• Ability to use instructional technologies
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills
• Current EMS certification
• Must be able to pass a criminal background screening

Additional Considerations:

• At least one year of Basic and Advanced life support level EMS teaching experience
• AHA Instructor Certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS)
• At least two years of previous advanced life support level experience as a pre-hospital EMS provider
• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Provider certification
• Associate's Degree with demonstrated competency in the teaching field
• Current National Registry Paramedic Certification
• Current Virginia Office of EMS Education Coordinator certification

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer