EMS Education Lead & Course Developer (PRN)

Javon-Bea-Hospital; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement plan

On-demand pay

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking an EMS Instructor in Rockford, IL to lead curriculum development and teach EMT, AEMT, Paramedic and related AHA courses. The role emphasizes adult learning, evaluation of learner progress, and meticulous record-keeping.

Strong communication and mentorship skills are essential for daytime and on-site teaching at multiple sites. The instructor will deliver varied formats—campus, mobile simulation labs, and on-site at students' workplaces—traveling about 20% of the time.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a university or community college with a degree/certificate in an Emergency Care discipline.
• RN/BSN preferred or enrolled in BSN program.
• Licensed EMS provider and certified AHA instructor.
• Ability to travel off-site for educational presentations up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Lead EMT/AEMT/Paramedic and AHA course development under state/national guidelines.
• Deliver instruction in cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains.
• Use adult-learning principles and provide timely feedback to learners.
• Mentor and supervise junior instructors and coordinate class records.
• Instruct at least one AHA class (BLS, ACLS or PALS).

Skills

Professional educator

Effective communicator

Time management

Team player

Organized

Knowledgeable

Prepared

Confident

Student advocate

Education

Emergency Care degree/certification

RN/BSN preferred

Wisconsin/Illinois EMS licensure

Tools

PowerPoint

Word Processing

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking an EMS Instructor in Rockford, IL to lead curriculum development and teach EMT, AEMT, Paramedic and related AHA courses. The role emphasizes adult learning, evaluation of learner progress, and meticulous record-keeping.

Strong communication and mentorship skills are essential for daytime and on-site teaching at multiple sites. The instructor will deliver varied formats—campus, mobile simulation labs, and on-site at students' workplaces—traveling about 20% of the time.