EMS Skills Instructor

Grayson College; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Part time

Job summary

Grayson College is seeking an EMS Skills Instructor to support the lead instructor by delivering organized skills sessions and hands‑on practice for EMT students.

This part‑time role involves lab management, safety supervision, and student evaluation using National Registry standards, with emphasis on teamwork and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Requires EMS certification or license (Texas) suitable for instruction/testing.
• Ability to teach, test, and evaluate student performance.
• Knowledge of current national curricula and registry requirements.

Responsibilities

• Co‑instructs skills sessions and assists in labs to expand classroom knowledge into hands‑on practice.
• Instructs small groups of students in performance skills during sessions.
• Assists with lab preparation, setup and post‑class cleanup.
• Ensures equipment is in operable condition for classes.
• Uses National Registry skill sheets to evaluate students.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.

Skills

Teaching

Verbal communication

Written communication

EMS knowledge

Lab safety

Student supervision

Education

EMS certification or license (Texas)

Job description

Welcome to Grayson College. Grayson College is in the heart of Grayson County and provides a vital link for higher education. GC offers small classes for personalized instruction, affordable tuition, caring, professional faculty, and the convenience of day, evening or online classes. The college serves approximately 5,000 students annually. Grayson’s reputation is highly respected by surrounding universities and industries as an excellent source of quality graduates who bring specialized, skilled and much-needed talents to the workplace.

EMS Skills Instructor

Supports the primary instructor by presenting organized and structured skills sessions that expand the student’s classroom knowledge into hands‑on skills practice and mastery of clinical procedures related to the Emergency Medical Technician Marketable Skills Award.

This is a part‑time position working 19 hours or less per week at an hourly rate of $30.00.

Responsibilities

• 35% Team teaches during skills exercises and supervises student activity for safety and compliance.
• 35% Assists primary instructor by instructing small groups of students in various situations involving performance skills.
• 15% Assists primary instructor with all facets of skills sessions and lab management including preparation and set‑up of labs prior to class and clean up after class.
• 5% Ensures equipment used for classes is in operable condition.
• 5% Uses National Registry skill sheets to evaluate students.
• 5% Performs other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.

Performance Measurements

1. Demonstrates Viking Values of balance, clarity, gratitude, service, teamwork, and trust.
2. Places student success at the center of all decision‑making.
3. Adheres to college, Texas Department of State Health Services and National Registry policies and guidelines for practical testing.
4. Communicates with primary instructor any issues and concerns regarding student performance.
5. Provides accurate instruction according to National Registry standards.
6. Embraces the community college mission and the faculty role of contributing to the technical and general education of students who will apply learning to the world of work and transfer their education to a university or the workplace.
7. Assesses student knowledge, skills, and abilities regardless of how or where the learning and skills were acquired. This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.

Qualifications

• Two year's work experience at equal or higher level for which instruction/testing is being administered.
• EMS certification or license for State of Texas at equal or higher level for which instruction/testing is assigned.
• Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job.
• Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the college for purposes of giving or obtaining information, building relationships, or soliciting cooperation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of instruction, testing, and evaluation of students.
• Knowledge of current national curricula, national accreditation, national registry, and requirements for state certification of licensure.
• The work requires the ability to physically demonstrate required emergency medicine skills and techniques.

This position requires three professional references. This position is considered a security sensitive position and will require a criminal background check.

GRAYSON COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ON THE BASIS OF MERIT AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, GENDER, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW.

The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact the human resources office at 903-463-8770 or [e-mail].

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