Faculty, Emergency Medical Services Professions

Lone Star College; Center (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EMS Program Director annual stipend

Job summary

Lone Star College is seeking an experienced EMS instructor who can teach Emergency Medical Services courses, develop curricula, and contribute to the educational environment of the college and community.

The role includes planning, developing, and teaching courses, evaluating student progress, and collaborating with colleagues. The position may require providing program leadership as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in EMS or Bachelor's with 3 years non-teaching work experience in the field.
• Must be certified or registered as a paramedic.
• Documented instructional methodology experience and positive instructor evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Teaches EMS courses at various times and locations.
• Develops and uses course syllabi and teaching methods aligned with objectives.
• Evaluates student progress and communicates performance.
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues and community.
• Works with Dean to fulfill professional development and institutional service.

Education

Associate's degree in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or Bachelor's degree with 3 years non-teaching work experience in the field

Job description

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Job Summary

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. The faculty member's role encompasses learning facilitation, professional development, and institutional service. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

Essential Job Functions

• Teaches courses in Emergency Medical Services Professions at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs
• Makes continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods
• Develops and uses a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college and departmental guidelines
• Plans, develops and uses a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles
• Evaluates students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and informs them in a timely manner of their progress in the course
• Submits required college reports and forms
• Reviews, evaluates, and recommends student learning materials
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community
• Provides access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication and other appropriate methods
• Responsible for professional development and institutional service as determined in consultation with the Dean
• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mastery of course content
• Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life‑long learning
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning / civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning

Physical Abilities

The work requires considerable and strenuous physical exertion, such as frequent climbing of tall ladders, lifting heavy objects over 50 pounds, crouching or crawling in restricted areas, and defending oneself or others against physical attack.

Work Schedule & Conditions

• Equipment used includes: PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate‑controlled classroom and/or lab environment with exposure to safety hazards typical within the industry
• Hours will vary depending on class time; instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) or related field or Bachelor's degree and 3 years non‑teaching work experience in the field
• Must be certified or registered as a paramedic

Salary

Salary is commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

Special Instruction

This position will also serve as the EMS Program Director for an additional annual stipend.

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree
• Current Texas Licensed Paramedic
• Advanced Course Coordinator License (for EMT and paramedic courses)
• Have been a certified EMS instructor for at least four consecutive years or as a basic course coordinator for two consecutive years
• Documented education or experience in instructional methodology
• Documentation of positive evaluations as a certified instructor
• Academic training and experience equivalent to that of a paramedic
• Have documented not less than 240 hours of instruction for initial EMS certification
• Experience in the delivery of prehospital emergency care
• Knowledge about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Standards.

EEO Statement

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.