Access & Functional Needs Virtual Instructor Per Diem

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Framingham (MA); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking a per diem Access and Functional Needs Instructor to deliver virtual training in emergency management. Ideal candidates will possess strong presentation and organizational skills, with a minimum of five years of relevant experience. This role requires flexibility and the ability to engage in various training modalities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in emergency management.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles.
• Ability to facilitate virtual training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare virtual classroom and deliver instruction.
• Conduct practical activities and manage classroom.
• Administer exams and course evaluations.

Skills

Presentation Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Recognized Educational Methodology Course

Tools

MS Office

Audio-Visual Technology

Job description

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Job Description

Description

Job Title: Access and Functional Needs Instructor (Virtual) – Per Diem

Fostered by the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency, the Northeast Emergency Management Training and Education Center (“NEMTEC”) primary purpose is to provide a current, relevant, and comprehensive training and education program across New England. Through virtual, hybrid, and in-person modalities, NEMTEC will align and share training resources between the states, work collaboratively to develop and implement training and education programs to meet emerging needs, and manage an extensive curriculum and cadre to benefit the region's emergency management professionals.

The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is recruiting to fill the position ofAccess and Functional Needs Instructor (Virtual). This is a per diem, contract position with no benefits.

This position will be responsible for utilizing knowledge of adult learning theories and learning styles to maximize learning success and ensure the overall effectiveness of the course instruction.Instructor applicants of this announcement must be able to provide instructor-led content in a virtual classroom. Applicants of this announcement must be knowledgeable of and able to instruct courses focused on Access and Functional Needs considerations in emergency management.

The instructor is responsible for preparing the virtual classroom for training, delivering instruction in accordance with Instructor Guides (IG), Program of Instruction (POI), and the direction of the Course Manager, conducting practical activities, managing the classroom, coaching students, and administering exams and course evaluations.

Optional Assignments

-Based on his/her demonstrated skill set, the instructor may also be assigned, to perform course/program development duties, create and maintain eLearning curriculums, carry out After Action Report writing, and provide exercise support, such as control, evaluation, or facilitation.

-In addition to program instruction and exercise support, the instructor may be asked to serve in the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC), Regional Emergency Operations Center (REOC), or in the field during times of SEOC Activation and or declared State Emergencies. Instructors will be assigned roles appropriate to their training and experience.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

- Must have a minimum of five years of relevant experience integrating Access and Functional Needs considerations in emergency management (or a closely related field).

- Working knowledge of adult learning principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups.

- Excellent presentation skills.

- Must be able to commit to multi-consecutive day assignments, on varying schedules .

- Must be able to commit to weekend and/ or evening assignments .

- A flexible schedule and ability to travel within the state is required to accommodate all assigned training and related assignments.

- Must be knowledgeable in computers, MS Office software, and audio-visual technology.

- Ability to facilitate virtual and hybrid training environments, to include mastering online training platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Candidates should have successfully completed a recognized educational methodology course

- Must have superior interpersonal skills

- Must be well organized and a team player

- Must have a demonstrated work record to support the skills required

- Must have a thorough knowledge of the program that is being instructed

Optional Assignments

- Based on his/her demonstrated skill set, the instructor may also be assigned, to perform course/program development duties, create and maintain eLearning curriculums, carry out After Action Report writing, and provide exercise support, such as control, evaluation, or facilitation.

- In addition to program instruction and exercise support, the instructor may be asked to serve in the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC), Regional Emergency Operations Center (REOC), or in the field during times of SEOC Activation and or declared State Emergencies. Instructors will be assigned roles appropriate to their training and experience.

Application Requirements

To be considered for this position, at time of application, you must submit a cover letter indicating the curriculum that you would like to instruct and a detailed resume demonstrating your teaching and work experience.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Primary Location

Primary Location

: United States-Massachusetts-Framingham-400 Worcester Road

Job

Job

: Administrative Services

Agency

Agency

: Emergency Management Agency

Schedule

Shift

Shift

: Multiple

Job Posting

Job Posting

: May 16, 2025, 9:45:08 AM

Number of Openings

Number of Openings

: 1

Salary

: 40.00 - 40.00 Hourly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Sara Parmenter - 5088202060

Bargaining Unit : Non

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes