Instructor, Emergency Medical Science - Occupational Extension - Adjunct

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Jamestown (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Emergency Medical Science at Guilford Technical Community College. The role involves teaching non-credit in-service EMT training, pre-service EMT courses, and AHA courses with NC EMS compliance.

You will report to the EMS Program Director with Dean oversight. Responsibilities include developing learner-centered lesson plans, utilizing diverse teaching methods, and maintaining program accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED and NC EMT Credential.
• Valid NC Driver’s License required.
• Teaching or training experience in Emergency Medical Science is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop learner-centered lesson plans for EMS courses.
• Employ teaching strategies and instructional materials for diverse learners.
• Incorporate current technology in classroom, distance learning and lab environments.
• Create and model a quality learning environment supporting all students.
• Prepare and utilize instructional materials including syllabi and media.
• Assess student learning outcomes in courses and programs.

Skills

Multi-task

Adapt to changing procedures

Create learner centered environment

Communicate effectively

Technology solutions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

North Carolina EMT Credential

North Carolina Driver’s License

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Instructor, Emergency Medical Science - Occupational Extension -Adjunct

Full Time/Part Time

Part-time

Job Description

The Emergency Medical Science Occupational Extension ( EMS -OE)Adjunct Instructor at Guilford Technical Community College will beresponsible for supporting student success by creating an optimumlearning environment, responding to student needs, managingeffective instructional activities, assisting in the developing ofcourses, modeling employability skills, demonstratingprofessionalism, developing cooperative work relationships withother faculty and staff, supporting college administrativerequirements, and maintaining competency in their instructionalfield. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and foreffective participation and interest in the total affairs of thecollege. The instructor will prepare and teach the non-creditin-service training, pre-service EMT training as well as AmericanHeart Association courses and the training in accordance with therequirements of the North Carolina Office of EMS . This positionwill also work to maintain program compliance with accreditationstandards according to GTCC, AHA, CoAEMSP’s and CAPSE . Thisposition reports directly to the EMS Program Director, withoversight from the Dean.

Duties/Functions

Teaching

• developing learner centered lesson plans
• employing teaching strategies & instructional materials fordifferent learning styles
• incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technologyin classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments
• creating and modeling a quality learning environment thatsupports a diverse student population
• preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional supportmaterials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials,instructional media and other devices as appropriate
• conducting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomesin courses and programs/general education as appropriate

Professional Development

• participating in professional development activities tomaintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials orlicensures as required by program or accreditation
• participating in professional development opportunities toadvance teaching skills and strategies

Administration

• maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep ofassigned equipment
• providing for the security of facilities, equipment andinstructional materials and maintaining safe workingconditions
• maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) inaccordance with established deadlines using a variety oftechnology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor,Moodle)
• complying with all applicable college, state and federal rulesand regulations

Student Support

• addressing student concerns in a timely manner
• promoting retention/persistence by assisting students todevelop strategies for success
• referring students to campus and community resources whenappropriate
• Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills:adaptability, communication, information processing, problemsolving, responsibility and teamwork.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintains Student Records.

Difficult Challenges

Contacts

Education Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License
• North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician ( EMT )Credential

Education Preferred

• Associate’s degree in Emergency Medical Science or relatedfield from a regionally accredited college or university.
• North Carolina Level I Paramedic Instructor Credential.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support ( BLS ), AdvancedCardiac Life Support ( ACLS ) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS ) instructor credentials.

Experience Required

• One year of relevant field experience in Emergency MedicalScience or closely related career field within the past fiveyears
• Post-secondary teaching and/or professional training experiencein Emergency Medical Science in any of the following formats:teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professionaldevelopment workshops, and/or other continuing educationseminars

Experience Preferred

• Greater than one year of relevant field experience in EmergencyMedical Science or closely related career field.
• Community college teaching experience.
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternateinstructional delivery systems

KSA Required

1. Multi-task
2. Support the Vision and Mission of the College
3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment
5. Communicate effectively
6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technologysolutions.

KSA Preferred

Department/Job Specific Requirements

1. Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates asrequired; other required trainings may be added as needed):
   1. Reporting Requirements
   2. Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire;annual refresher thereafter)
   3. Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresherthereafter)
   4. Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annualrefresher thereafter)
   5. Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annualrefresher thereafter)
   6. eLearning Training for Canvas prior to the first day ofteaching
2. Specific Departmental Requirements:
   1. Stay abreast of CDC standards for employees, students, andvisitors.

Physical Demands

1. Physical Requirements
2. a. Hear and see
3. b. Stand extended periods of time (up to 4 hours)
4. c. Lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
5. d. Stoop, bend, squat, lift, reach overhead
6. e. Use and manipulate EMS equipment according to industrystandards
7. f. Participate in and demonstrate physical aspects of EMS work andphysical training

Other

1. Criminal history checks and drug screening with acceptableresults are required.
2. Requires some evening and weekend hours
3. Must work at some off campus and community locations.
4. Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable drivingrecord

Posting Type

Adjunct Faculty

Posting Number

2026-029-TEMP-P

Open Date

05/08/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes