EMS Hourly Instructor

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

Southwest Virginia Community College is seeking an EMS Hourly Instructor to deliver didactic and practical EMS training across EMT to Paramedic levels. The role requires managing classrooms, assessments, and course content in line with EMS education standards.

Responsibilities include conducting cognitive and psychomotor evaluations and adapting lessons for different learner needs. Evening/weekend hours may be required; travel may occur as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of lecture and laboratory demonstration of EMS subject matter at EMT through Paramedic level.
• Knowledge of preparation and delivery of required course content.
• Ability to use instructional technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Current EMS certification.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background screening.

Responsibilities

• Deliver didactic and practical skill sessions for EMS courses at all levels (EMT, AEMT, Paramedic) per standards.
• Conduct cognitive, psychomotor, and effective assessments and manage classroom activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Lecture delivery

Classroom management

Instructional technologies

Education

Associate’s Degree in teaching

National Registry Paramedic Certification

Virginia EMS Education Coordinator certification

AHA Instructor Certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS)

ITLS or PHTLS Provider certification

Current EMS certification

Job description

EMS Hourly Instructor

Working Title: EMS Hourly Instructor – Role Code 29112‑SW. Position Number: 294W0603. Agency: Southwest Virginia Community College, Division: Southwest Virginia Community College (Div). Work Location: Tazewell - 185. Pay Band: 04. Pay Range: $20.63 – $35 per hour. Employment Type: Part‑time, up to 29 hours per week, with possible evening and weekend hours. Telework: Options may change based on business needs. Bilingual requirements: None specified.

Responsibilities

Deliver didactic and practical skill sessions for EMS courses at all levels (EMT, AEMT, Paramedic) in accordance with National EMS Education Standards. Conduct cognitive, psychomotor, and effective assessments and manage classroom activities related to EMS education. May be required to perform other duties as assigned and to assist agency or state government during emergency declarations.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of lecture and laboratory demonstration of EMS subject matter at EMT through Paramedic level
• Knowledge of preparation and delivery of required course content
• Ability to use instructional technologies
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills
• Current EMS certification
• Must be able to pass a criminal background screening

Additional Considerations

• At least one year of Basic and Advanced life support level EMS teaching experience
• AHA Instructor Certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS)
• At least two years of previous advanced life support level experience as a pre‑hospital EMS provider
• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Pre‑Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Provider certification
• Associate’s Degree with demonstrated competency in the teaching field
• Current National Registry Paramedic Certification
• Current Virginia Office of EMS Education Coordinator certification

Travel

Some travel may be required.

Federal/Equal Opportunity Statements

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA) to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

VCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. A completed I‑9 form and documentation of identity will be required for employment purposes.