Emergency Medical Technician Lead

About Us:

Founded in 1968 to meet the post-secondary and continuing education needs of Cecil County residents, Cecil College has been serving the community and shaping its future for more than 50 years. The College is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the governor. The College’s fifth president, Dr. Mary Way Bolt, reports directly to the Board of Trustees.

Cecil College is centrally located in Maryland’s most northeastern county, just one half mile from Interstate 95. It is easily accessible from Philadelphia and Baltimore, as well as from Wilmington, Delaware.

With a diverse student population, Cecil College enrolls approximately 2,500 credit students and 3,400 non-credit students. Cecil offers associate degrees, certificate programs and non-credit classes. Cecil offers a variety of associate degree and certificate programs.

Through its open admissions policy, Cecil College provides learning opportunities for all who have the desire and ability to benefit from its courses and programs, regardless of age, gender, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, or socioeconomic status.

Employees of Cecil College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or the District of Columbia.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US, as the College does not offer Visa sponsor ships.

The Emergency Medical Technician Lead (EMT Lead) is responsible for overseeing the planning, delivery, and evaluation of EMT training programs. This role includes teaching didactic and practical components of EMT curriculum, mentoring instructors, ensuring compliance with state and national certification standards, and fostering a positive learning environment. The EMT Lead serves as a subject matter expert and liaison between the training program, Cecil College, Department of Emergency Services, Cecil County Fire and Ambulance companies and external regulatory bodies.

• Deliver engaging, effective instruction to students in EMT-Basic and continuing education courses.
• Lead curriculum development and ensure alignment with National EMS Education Standards and local protocols.
• Supervise and mentor EMT instructors, adjunct faculty, and clinical preceptors.
• Coordinate and schedule classroom sessions, labs, simulations, and clinical/field internships.
• Maintain student records, track performance, and provide feedback in accordance with program policies and governing agencies.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and implement improvements.
• Ensure compliance with state EMS authority, NREMT, and accreditation requirements.
• Participate in student recruitment, orientation, and retention activities.
• Stay current with trends and best practices in EMS education and clinical practice.
• Represent the EMT program at community events, advisory board meetings, and with partner organizations.

• Current EMT or Paramedic certification/licensure in Maryland.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of field experience as an EMT or Paramedic.
• Instructor certification (e.g., EMS Instructor, NAEMSE Instructor Course, MICRB Instructor).
• Prior teaching or training experience in EMS education.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

• Preferred associate or bachelor’s degree in emergency medical services, education, or a related field.
• Experience with curriculum development and learning management systems (LMS).
• ACLS, PALS, and CPR instructor certifications.

• May require evening or weekend hours.
• Clinical and lab environments may involve exposure to simulated and real medical scenarios.
• Physical ability to demonstrate EMT procedures, lift equipment, and support student training needs.

Ability to lift and move up to a maximum of 50 lbs. The physical activity of this position includes but is not limited to: climbing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, pulling, lifting, grasping, twisting, and sitting.

Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts…