Adjunct Instructor- EMSP Academy

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE; Weatherford (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE is seeking qualified adjunct instructors for continuous recruitment within the department. Positions involve teaching and mentoring students, ensuring effective learning outcomes.

Applicants must meet the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards and 3 years of field experience in 911 services is required, including certified skills with Texas Department of State Health Services and the American Heart Association.

This role offers flexibility in teaching formats, including face-to-face and online courses.

Qualifications

• 3 years field experience in a 911 service.
• Must possess current Paramedic Texas Department of State Health Services Certification.
• American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS provider certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline.
• Provide timely feedback to students.
• Maintain an effective learning environment.

Skills

Instruction in multiple modalities

Ability to provide timely feedback

Effective communication

Education

Minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards

Master’s or Doctorate degree

Job description

Position Summary

Weatherford College occasionally has openings for adjunct instructors. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for this continuous recruitment adjunct faculty position within the department.

Applying for an adjunct appointment would add the applicant to a pool which is available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case a need arises for the academic year. When an opening occurs, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants on an as‑needed basis.

Primary duties of adjunct faculty include teaching courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses, as well as mentoring students inside and outside of the classroom.

The adjunct faculty member creates and maintains an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned, which may be face‑to‑face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or within the context of dual credit instruction. Hours vary depending on the need and course schedule, and may include day, evening, and/or weekend instruction.

All faculty members are expected to maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.

Required Education

All faculty members must possess minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards for faculty teaching courses designed for workforce certificate or degree completion. These standards include an appropriate academic degree and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline. Transcripts, certificates, and/or license must be submitted with application.

• Associate degree and/or 2-5 years work experience in the field of study
• Bachelor’s degree and/or 6-10 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study
• Master’s degree and/or 11-15 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study
• Doctorate degree and/or 16+ years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study

Required Experience

3 years field experience in a 911 service. Must provide a current Paramedic Texas Department of State Health Services Certification in EMS, American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS provider certifications, and Texas Department of State Health Services EMS Instructor. Copies of certificates/license must be submitted with application.

Preferred Education

• Associate’s degree in EMS
• Texas Department of State Health Services Basic Coordinator
• American Heart Association Instructor Certification

Preferred Experience

Minimum 1 year of educational teaching in a clinical, preceptor, higher education, or continuing education EMS/Paramedic role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Faculty are expected to provide instruction in both traditional and non‑traditional learning modes and engage in instructional preparation. Provide timely feedback to students and respond to student communications in a timely manner. Assessment of student performance, including submission of final grades in a timely fashion. Maintain ethical and professional behavior. Be available to students by appointment. Attend adjunct faculty meetings. Assess courses on departmental and institutional levels. Complete any required training. Other related duties, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Each adjunct faculty member must demonstrate the ability to instruct in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses; ability to provide instruction that will achieve the specific goals and objectives associated with all assigned courses; ability to create a professional and effective learning environment in the classroom and/or laboratory; ability to communicate effectively with students, college personnel and administration, peers and public groups; ability to treat all persons with respect, dignity and justice, without discrimination based upon age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity; ability to exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources; and, ability to observe the stated policies and procedures of the College.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check.

Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Required Documents

• Resume/Vitae
• Certifications/Licenses

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1
• Other
• Transcript 2
• Letter of Recommendation 1

Equal Opportunity Statement

Weatherford College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, veteran status or genetic information in educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.