Faculty, Emergency Medical Services Professions

Lone Star College; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Sabbatical opportunities

Job summary

Lone Star College is seeking an instructor for the Emergency Medical Services program. The role involves teaching courses and implementing innovative methodologies to ensure student learning. Successful candidates will have strong communication skills, a commitment to academic excellence, and must be certified or registered as a paramedic.

Competitive benefits and a commitment to professional development are offered. This position demands a flexible schedule in a classroom and lab environment, along with responsibilities for maintaining professional relationships with students and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Must be certified or registered as a paramedic.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Teaches courses in Emergency Medical Services at various times.
• Implements innovative methodologies and techniques.
• Evaluates students' progress towards course objectives.

Skills

Mastery of course content

Demonstrated leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints

Commitment to academic excellence

Ability to engage students in learning

Education

Associate's degree in Emergency Medical Services or related field

Bachelor's degree and 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.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

Qualities of Excellence

As faculty members of Lone Star College, we strive to create a nation of world citizenry in our students. In that pursuit, we model ways of thinking and being that incorporate diversity, equality, and equity. Our culture requires the possession of transcendent qualities that, while immeasurable, are evident in global citizens. We are compassionate with our students, colleagues, and ourselves. We are innovative in the pursuit of learning. Ultimately, we create a culture where learning thrives, people are safe, and we mirror the qualities of world citizenry.

Lone Star College faculty are dedicated to four qualities of excellence:

• Student Invested
• Content Expert
• Pedagogically Excellent
• Institutionally Dedicated

Purpose and Scope

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 the general areas of 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 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 lifetime 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 and 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

Commensurate With Education, Experience And Qualifications.

Benefits

Full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, wellness programs, professional development opportunities, sabbatical opportunities and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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