Help wanted: Lenoir Community College - EMS Skills Instructor
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
The EMS Skills Instructor will provide quality instruction in the subject matter assigned by the Director of EMS Programs in accordance with programmatic, NCOEMS, and CAAHEP/CoAEMSP guidelines and standards.
The duties of the EMS Skills Instructor include, but are not limited to:
Provide classroom and lab instruction as assigned by the course lead instructor or program administrator
Assist with class/lab session set up and clean-up as assigned by the course lead instructor or program administrator
Assist with student evaluation and assessment as assigned by the course lead instructor or program administrator
Assist students in proper use and care of lab training equipment
As part of the EMS instructional team, promote a culture of professionalism and respect consistent with the EMS profession during interactions inside and outside of the classroom
Other duties as assigned by the course lead instructor or program administrator
Instructors are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas throughout their employment at the College:
Mastery of Subject Matter
Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the teaching discipline
Display ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of the field or discipline
Connect the subject matter with related fields
Stay current in the subject matter through professional development; involvement in professional organizations; and attending professional meetings, conferences, and/or workshops
Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate
Teaching Performance
Teach a course load appropriate to the teaching discipline
Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning
Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students
Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs
Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the Internet, interactive technology, etc., when appropriate
Encourage the development of communication skills and higher-order thinking skills through appropriate student assignments
Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives
Evaluation of Student Learning
Establish and follow meaningful learning objectives
Develop and explain methods that fairly measure student progress toward course objectives
Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning
Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grades each semester according to established deadlines
Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances
Support of College Policies and Procedures
Teach classes as assigned in a multi-campus environment
Teach credit or non-credit courses in the teaching discipline as needed
Post and maintain regular office hours to ensure accessibility to colleagues and to students for advisement and consultation
Maintain confidentiality of student information
Substitute for other instructors in the teaching discipline in case of an absence
Exercise stewardship of college facilities, materials, and resources
Comply with responsibilities as cited in the Lenoir Community College Catalog, Faculty Handbook, Handbook for Distance Education, Policy Manual, and Procedures Manual
Participation in College, Division, Department, and Program Activities
Serve on college committees as assigned
Participate in meetings and events as required
Respond in a timely manner to requests for information
Support both part-time and full-time colleagues
Contribute to program, department, and division curriculum development processes
Participate in graduation ceremonies
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators as an individual or as a team member
Contribution to the Growth and Enhancement of College Mission and Programs
Maintain familiarity with college goals, mission, and long-range plans
Contribute to planning and development processes through appropriate mechanisms and channels
Participate in professional activities that contribute to the educational goals of the College and its constituents
Perform professional responsibilities in accordance with pertinent goals, mission, and plans of the College
Participate in the marketing, recruitment, and retention of students, faculty, and staff
Other Duties
Direct students in laboratory classes; train and supervise activities of students in lab settings; assist students with lab assignments and related activities
Ensure that equipment, materials, and other resources, such as instructional aids, are available for classes
Take a lead role in maintaining lab equipment; and if needed, perform simple maintenance
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Emergency Medical Services
Qualifications
Active, unrestricted NCOEMS credential at the Paramedic level required
Associate's degree from a regionally accredited institution and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline preferred
Extensive (5+ years) experience in the medical profession, which must include experience as a paramedic
Must possess a North Carolina Level I Paramedic Instructor credential or be eligible for Level I instructor status within 1 year of employment
Previous teaching experience at a high school, community college, or university with experience as a psychomotor skills instructor is preferred
Working Conditions
Typical classroom teaching environment
Frequent standing for 6 to 8 hours per day, withstanding frequent changes in temperature
Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, crouching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
Frequent lifting and carrying items up to 150 lbs., with or without assistance
Frequent travel between buildings on campus and infrequent travel to other campuses
Frequent listening to and talking with students and other faculty and staff members
Infrequent sitting at a desk or workstation using a telephone, computer, keyboard, and mouse
Notice of Nondiscrimination
Lenoir Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College complies with existing federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The College prohibits discrimination against and/or exclusion from participation in any benefits or activities by any person, either on the staff and faculty or in the student body, on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, political affiliation, or disability.