Lead EMS Instructor

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Job Title

Job Title Lead EMS Instructor

Posting Number

Posting Number 2936

Job Schedule

Job Schedule Full Time

Job Shift

Job Shift Day, Evening

OCR Code / Classification

OCR Code / Classification 2 - Instructor - Faculty

Work Location

Work Location Northwest Forsyth Center

Job Description Summary

Forsyth Technical Community College seeks a dedicated and passionate EMS Instructor to join our EMS education team. Under the supervision of the EMS Program Director and EMS Assistant Program Director, the EMS Instructor will be responsible for delivering high-quality didactic and laboratory instruction for Emergency Medical Responder ( EMR ), Emergency Medical Technician ( EMT ), Advanced EMT ( AEMT ), and Paramedic courses.

Instruction will be conducted within both curriculum-based and continuing education programs in accordance with North Carolina Office of EMS (NC OEMS ) and Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP) guidelines. The full-time Instructor is expected to also work with local community partners in EMS and Fire services and may teach at multiple locations within Forsyth and Stokes Counties.

The Instructor will be a member of a team that supports student achievement and success from recruitment through graduation and beyond, advancing personal empowerment, workforce outcomes, and transformed communities. Conducts college courses at appropriate quality for undergraduate students as assigned by the EMS Program Director and approved by the Associate Dean. Facilitates the learning process by designing and implementing appropriate, meaningful and equitable instructional activities, and by drawing from the scholarships of teaching and learning and cultivating a supportive learning environment that allows students to think critically and experiment.

Evaluates student learning by creating and implementing well-designed assessment tools. Additionally, participates in curriculum development, mentoring of students, helps students connect with academic and non‑academic supports services as needed, and engages in institutional service, professional development, and other duties assigned by the EMS Program Director and Associate Dean. This role also keeps accurate records pertaining to students and adheres to all institutional policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current North Carolina Paramedic credential in good standing with NC OEMS .
• North Carolina Level I Paramedic Instructor certification through NC OEMS .
• Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
  
  Note:
  
  degrees and hours must be from a college accredited by a US Department of Education accepted accrediting agency such as SACSCOC .
• At least 3 years of active EMS field experience (education may substitute for years of experience).
• EMS Vehicle Operator Safety ( EVOS ) Instructor or equivalent course approved by NC OEMS (or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire).
• Strong knowledge of EMS education requirements and current practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, spreadsheets, presentations, collaboration apps and software, and other relevant software platforms.
• Successful teaching or training experience
• Ability/willingness to teach online and in person classes.
• The ability to teach day, evening, and occasional weekend courses.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse educational environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution.
  
  Note:
  
  degrees and hours must be from a college accredited by a US Department of Education accepted accrediting agency such as SACSCOC .
• North Carolina Level II…