Hourly Industry Instructor - Cherry Creek Innovation Campus

Cherry Creek Careers; Colorado; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Cherry Creek Careers seeks an Hourly Industry Instructor to develop, implement, and supervise EMT-related coursework aligned with industry standards. You will deliver hands-on instruction, coordinate labs, and promote career readiness for high school students in Colorado.

The role emphasizes safety, practical assessments, and collaboration with EMT instructors and school staff. The schedule features 3-hour shifts with regular feedback, and a focus on hands-on skills labs and scenario training.

Qualifications

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required.
• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma.
• Five years of professional work experience in industry.
• Appropriate certifications or licenses in the industry field.
• Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Basic classroom management and planning skills.
• Basic organizational skills.
• Intermediate verbal and written communication and interpersonal relations skills.
• Ability to assume leadership in the development and communication of programs and curriculum.
• Ability and desire to work as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one situations.
• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement course content, format, structure, schedule, individualized programs of instruction for students, classroom materials and curriculum, lesson plans, and learning activities.
• Administer, edit, proofread, and grade students’ assignments and assessments.
• Design assessment tasks that allow students to demonstrate understanding in a variety of ways and use the data to give meaningful feedback and modify instruction.
• Collaborate with support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Organizational skills

Leadership in program development

Team player

Education

HSE diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Certifications or licenses in industry

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMT equipment

Job description

Job Title: Hourly Industry Instructor

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Classification Group: Hourly

Supervising Position: School Principal or designee

Pay Plan: Hourly

Pay Range: Hourly Wage Rate

Last Updated: 08/04/2026

Pay Information

Benefits Information

JOB SUMMARY

Develop, implement, and supervise industry-aligned coursework that provides students with technical knowledge, hands‑on skills, and career readiness. Deliver effective instruction that promotes an exemplary educational program and supports the success of all students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Task Descriptions

1. 1. Instruct students in large, small, and one‑on‑one situations.
   Frequency: Daily
   Percentage of Time: 35%
2. 2. Develop, plan, prepare, and implement course content, format, structure, schedule, individualized programs of instruction for students, classroom materials and curriculum, lesson plans, and learning activities.
   Frequency: Daily
   Percentage of Time: 25%
3. 3. Administer, edit, proofread, and grade students’ assignments and assessments.
   Frequency: Daily
   Percentage of Time: 15%
4. 4. Design assessment tasks that allow students to demonstrate understanding in a variety of ways and use the data to give meaningful feedback and modify instruction.
   Frequency: Daily
   Percentage of Time: 15%
5. 5. Collaborate with support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes.
   Frequency: Daily
   Percentage of Time: 5%
6. 6. Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
   Frequency: Daily
   Percentage of Time: 5%
7. TOTAL
   100%

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma
• Five (5) years of professional work experience in industry
• Appropriate certifications or licenses in the industry field
• Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Basic classroom management and planning skills
• Basic organizational skills
• Intermediate verbal and written communication and interpersonal relations skills
• Ability to assume leadership in the development and communication of programs and curriculum
• Ability and desire to work as a team member

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Light work strength level (lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds)
• Primarily works indoors
• Typically a moderate noise level
• Prolonged standing and walking
• Frequent bending and reaching
• Occasional lifting, pulling, and pushing
• Speaking and hearing
• Visual concentration
• Eye/hand coordination
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard
• Concentrated reading/writing/mathematics
• Normal classroom environment
• Normal school district environment
• Work location is subject to change to meet the requirements of the organization

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience training others
• Experience teaching adults and high school students
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position supports hands‑on EMT skills labs and scenario‑based training under the direction of the lead EMT instructor. Assists with patient assessments, EMS equipment, trauma and medical skills, communication, documentation, skills stations, scenarios, and student feedback/preparation for practical testing and the NREMT process. Must hold a current EMT or Paramedic certification and be actively working in EMS. Teaching, training, precepting, or mentoring experience preferred. Must be professional, patient, and comfortable working with high school students.
This position will work in opt‑in 3‑hour shifts, either or both 8:45–11:45 a.m. and 12:00–3:00 p.m., scheduled on a rolling basis; a consistent weekly schedule is not required.