Emergency Medical Technician

CERT; Fair Oaks (VA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for growth into leadership roles

Contribution to training future EMS providers

Job summary

A regional EMT training provider is seeking motivated and professional EMT Instructors to deliver quality education and training. The role requires creating engaging learning environments and mentoring students in skill mastery and clinical decision-making. Candidates must have a National Registry EMT certification and active Virginia EMT certification. Opportunities include various course formats, and personal growth into leadership roles is supported.

Qualifications

• Current National Registry EMT certification required, Paramedic preferred.
• Active Virginia EMT certification or ability to obtain.
• Field experience and prior teaching preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom instruction and hands-on training.
• Facilitate skill labs focusing on competency-based progression.
• Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership ability

Ability to manage groups

Education

Current National Registry EMT (NREMT) certification

Active Virginia EMT certification

Job description

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Instructor

Location: CERT, LLC – Northern Virginia (Fairfax / Chantilly)

Position Type: Part-Time / Full-Time / Seasonal

Compensation: $25.00 – $40.00 per hour (based on experience, qualifications, and instructional performance)

Position Overview

CERT is seeking motivated, professional, and highly capable EMT Instructors to deliver high-quality education and training to EMT students. Instructors are responsible for creating a structured, disciplined, and engaging learning environment that emphasizes skill mastery, clinical decision‑making, and leadership under pressure. This role goes beyond teaching—it requires mentorship, accountability, and a commitment to producing graduates who are prepared to perform in real patient care environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom instruction and hands‑on skills training in accordance with CERT standards and curriculum.
• Facilitate skill labs with a focus on repetition, precision, and competency‑based progression.
• Lead or assist in scenario‑based training that reinforces patient assessment, treatment, and leadership.
• Evaluate student performance and provide clear, direct, and constructive feedback.
• Ensure all students meet competency requirements before advancing.
• Maintain a structured, professional, and distraction‑free learning environment.
• Uphold and enforce CERT policies, including uniform, conduct, and performance standards.
• Serve as a role model for professionalism, communication, and patient care.
• Collaborate with leadership to maintain consistency across all training sessions.

Qualifications

• Current National Registry EMT (NREMT) certification (Paramedic preferred but not required).
• Active Virginia EMT certification (or ability to obtain).
• Field experience preferred, but not required.
• Prior teaching or instructional experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage groups effectively.
• Demonstrated professionalism, maturity, and leadership ability.

What We’re Looking For

• Individuals who take pride in high standards and accountability.
• Instructors who can balance structure with approachability.
• Professionals who can command a room while still mentoring students.
• Team players who align with a standardized training model.
• Those who understand that EMT education is not just academic—it is performance‑based.

Work Environment

• Classes are conducted at our training facilities in Fair Oaks Mall (Fairfax) and Chantilly, VA.
• Opportunities available across multiple course formats:
  • Fast Track (daytime, intensive).
  • Evening Academy.
  • Weekend Academy.
  • Skills labs and simulation events.

Why Join CERT

• Be part of one of the most structured and rapidly growing EMT programs in the region.
• Work in a high-performance training environment focused on real outcomes.
• Opportunity for growth into leadership and advanced instructional roles.
• Contribute to training the next generation of EMS providers.