EMS Education Lead – Paramedic Program

01 Silver Cross Hospital and Medical Centers; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

PTO & Sick time

401(k) with match

Wellness program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Silver Cross Hospital EMS Education Program seeks an experienced instructor to deliver classroom, lab, and simulation content primarily for the Paramedic Program. The role includes student evaluation, exam development, and NAR preparation, with opportunities to teach EMT content as assigned.

Requirements include Illinois Paramedic or RN license, Illinois EMS Lead Instructor, 3+ years EMS experience, and a Bachelor's degree. Availability for at least one day per week is needed.

Qualifications

• Illinois Paramedic or RN license in good standing.
• Illinois EMS Lead Instructor credential.
• Minimum 3 years EMS experience.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Ability to teach on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays with at least one instructional day per week.
• Preferred NREMT certification.
• Prior Paramedic Program teaching experience.
• Strong instructional and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned didactic content.
• Participate in laboratory and simulation activities.
• Develop and update instructional materials.
• Assist with exam creation and review.
• Maintain academic records.
• Participate in faculty meetings.
• Support accreditation and program quality initiatives.
• Mentor students and provide remediation when needed.
• Serve as a professional role model and advocate for evidence-based EMS practice.

Skills

Strong instructional and communication

Ability to teach one day per week

Education

Bachelor's degree

Illinois Paramedic or RN license in good standing

Illinois EMS Lead Instructor

Prior Paramedic Program teaching experience

NREMT Certification preferred

Job description

Silver Cross Hospital EMS Education Program seeks an experienced instructor to deliver classroom, lab, and simulation content primarily for the Paramedic Program. The role includes student evaluation, exam development, and NAR preparation, with opportunities to teach EMT content as assigned.

Requirements include Illinois Paramedic or RN license, Illinois EMS Lead Instructor, 3+ years EMS experience, and a Bachelor's degree. Availability for at least one day per week is needed.