Instructor of Emergency Medical Services; EMS Education ; Term

Overview

Instructor of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Education 12 Month (Term) – Volunteer State Community College, VSCC-Cookeville Center.

The position is responsible for delivering quality instruction using integrative technologies. Faculty are expected to provide academic advising to students and participate in college, department and community activities related to the College's mission.

• Deliver classroom, skills lab, and online instruction for EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic courses.
• Teach 38-42 hours per year via on-ground, online, hybrid or web-enhanced modalities as assigned; teach evening, weekend, off-campus, dual enrollment and distance-based courses as required.
• Develop curriculum and evaluate/review credit and non-credit courses; monitor progress to achieve goals and objectives related to licensing, registration or certifying agencies as applicable.
• Recruit and advise students; support persistence/progression through graduation; maintain office hours and availability to students.
• Coordinate student advising and clinical site management for the EMS Education Program; coordinate with Clinical Coordinators on clinical sites, including scheduling, site orientation, and communications with sites; travel for training and conferences as required.
• Assist with affiliation and accreditation efforts; ensure compliance with Tennessee Board of Regents guidelines, licensure requirements, and regulatory standards; maintain program accreditation through CAAHEP/CoAEMSP recommendations as applicable.
• Attend college, department and faculty meetings; serve on college and department committees; participate in professional development and community service.
• Assist in instrumenting instructional facilities and equipment management; oversee inventory and ensure equipment availability for all classes.
• Recruit and advise students concerning the EMS Education Program; address student concerns regarding instruction and evaluation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years practicing in the pre-hospital environment.
• Minimum of two years EMS educational administration or greater than 300 hours instructional experience in EMS training or programs.
• Currently endorsed in an EMS Board approved trauma, cardiac, and pediatric course.
• Must meet requirements established by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon recommendation from the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP), and the Tennessee Department of Health/Division of EMS.
• Completion of an EMS Board approved instructors' course.
• Must be licensed or eligible for Paramedic licensure in Tennessee;
  Paramedic licensure must be free from revocation, denial, or suspension.

• Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Supervisory or management experience.
• Collegiate-level teaching experience.

• Knowledge and/or experience using a variety of instructional delivery modes.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proven educational or administrative experience in critical thinking, problem solving and judgment skills.

$57,536 - $71,920 annual salary depending on experience

Volunteer State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: health, dental, vision, life, disability (long and short term), FSA/HSA; wellness incentive program; educational assistance; tuition reimbursement; retirement options; paid holidays, annual leave, sick leave; employee assistance program; longevity pay; discounts and professional development opportunities.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Applicants may be subject to a background check.

To apply, please visit the job posting page.