High School Cadet Instructor- Primary EMT (Emergency Services Instructor, Grade 20)

Montgomery County (MD); Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) is seeking an Emergency Services Instructor to join our team at the Public Safety Training Academy. The ideal candidate will be MICRB certified and experienced in teaching EMT to high school cadets, delivering both didactic and practical instruction with a focus on safety and professional growth.

You will develop curricula, assess learner progress, and coordinate training activities with the cadet program coordinator.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred for advanced roles.
• Three years of experience in fire suppression and/or EMS is expected.
• MICRB certification as an Emergency Services Instructor preferred or required.
• Instructor I Course or NFPA 1041 Level 1 alignment must be met.
• Maryland Instructor Certification Review Board (MICRB) certification ongoing.
• AHA CPR Instructor certification is required or pursued.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver EMT-focused lessons and evaluation tools.
• Provide didactic and practical instruction for HS Cadet Program.
• Plan and coordinate training activities and curricula.
• Deliver courses at MCFRS Training Academy and mentor cadets.
• Collaborate with instructional staff to improve course offerings and outcomes.

Skills

MICRB Instructor

EMT

Curriculum Development

Instructional Delivery

Student Mentoring

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

NFPA 1041 Level 1

Maryland EMT Certification

MICRB Certification

Job description

The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $67,672 to $102,385 , based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) Public Safety Training Academy (PSTA) is a premier training facility dedicated to preparing firefighters, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), and paramedics for the challenges of modern emergency response. The High School Cadet program seeks to prepare students in the 11th and 12th grade for a career with MCFRS. These High School students receive entry level classes and high school credit while completing the hiring process to become full-time employees. With state-of-the-art facilities, expert instructors, and a commitment to innovation, MCFRS PSTA offers an exciting and rewarding environment for those passionate about cultivating new uniformed operational employees from students enrolled in the school system.

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) is seeking a dedicated Emergency Services Instructor to join our team! We are looking for an MICRB certified fire instructor who has a desire to work with high school students. The ideal candidate exemplifies dependability, a strong work ethic, adaptability, and problem-solving ability. Teamwork is essential at MCFRS and we value individuals who communicate effectively, collaborate with others, and contribute to a positive and professional work environment. A great team member is inclusive, reliable, respectful, accountable, and always ready to support their colleagues and share knowledge.

MCFRS is an exciting place to work because we invest in equity, inclusion, mentorship, career development, and leadership growth. We are looking for individuals with vision, motivation, and integrity, who can inspire others and make sound decisions under pressure. If you are ready to be part of a progressive, team-driven organization where you can make a real difference, advance your career, and help shape the future of MCFRS, we are looking for you! Join us and be part of something greater.

As the dedicated HS Cadet Emergency Services Instructor - EMT, you will play a vital role in shaping young minds by teaching them EMT, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to provide lifesaving care and uphold the highest standards of service to our community.

Curriculum Development & Instruction

• Develop and deliver lessons and evaluation tools based on curriculum learning objectives.
• Provide didactic and practical instruction.
• Plan and coordinate training and educational activities.

Instructional Delivery & Student Engagement

• Prepare and deliver courses, primarily EMT at the Training Academy for the HS Cadet Program.
• Guide, evaluate, and mentor students during classroom and hands-on training sessions.
• Develop and implement learner remediation plans in collaboration with the high school cadet coordinator.

Additional Expectations

• Work under routine deadlines, managing multiple projects and instructional schedules efficiently.
• Collaborate with instructional staff (both uniformed and civilian) to develop and enhance course offerings.

• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Fire/Rescue service delivery within an all-hazards Fire/Rescue department setting.
• Apply adult learning methodologies and competency-based education principles to instruction.
• Maintain strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and teamwork, working closely with colleagues and stakeholders.

Age:Twenty-one (21) years or older.

Experience: Three (3) years of experience, in either a paid or volunteer capacity, in performing duties and responsibilities associated with fire suppression and/or emergency medical services (EMS).

Education: Graduation from high school or High School Certificate of completion recognized in the State of Maryland or a high school equivalency diploma.

License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant’s state of residence appropriate to the equipment operated by an employee in the discipline assigned.

Training/Certifications:

Applicant must have completed the following training courses:

• Instructor I Course, consistent with NFPA 1041, Level 1 requirements or equivalent.
• Human Relations Training consistent with the requirements of the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Commission or equivalent.
• Practical Rescue training Course consistent with the Montgomery County Practical Rescue course or equivalent.

Continuation in this class requires the ability to obtain and maintain Maryland Instructor Certification Review Board (MICRB) certification as an Emergency Services Instructor in the appropriate discipline assigned.

• American Heart Association CPR Instructor
• State of Maryland Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)*
• Obtain and maintain Maryland Instructor Certification Review Board (MICRB) certification as an Emergency Services Instructor in the appropriate discipline assigned.

*Equivalency: EMT certification with another jurisdiction that has reciprocity with Maryland, or National Registry EMT in accordance with State of Maryland Executive Order No. 20-03-19-03.

Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience and/or degree in the following:

Education and Certification

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year university (preferably in EMS, Fire Science, Education, or a related field).
• MICRB Fire instructor
• MICRB EMT instructor

• MICRB Hazmat instructor

Technical, Instructional, and Operational Skills

• Two (2) years of experience as a MICRB Instructor.
• Experience developing curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional materials for adult learners.