Instructor, Emergency Medical Services

Texas State Technical College; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time

Paid holidays

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Texas State Technical College seeks an Instructor to deliver EMS curricula in an applied learning environment. You will mentor students, integrate technology, and provide feedback to support learning outcomes while maintaining safety and equipment readiness.

The role requires conducting classes, assessing student progress, and serving as an EMS program ambassador. Evening or weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of EMS practices.
• Laboratory safety practices.
• Emergency procedures.
• Pre-hospital practices.
• Proper assessment techniques.
• Ability to demonstrate use and maintenance of EMS equipment.
• Teaching and testing skills.
• Ability to deliver instructional presentations.
• Ability to prepare an EMS lab for instructional practices.
• Train and direct students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate student learning.
• Organize daily classes with diverse teaching methods.
• Maintain accurate student records and safety of instructional environment.
• Advise students and collaborate with Student Success.
• Recruit and promote EMS programs through department activities.
• Demonstrate and assess EMS skills and safety procedures.

Education

Associate's degree or related field

Paramedic experience

Job description

Be Transformational!

Do you have a desire to work in an environment where you are helping others and changing lives? As an Instructor at TSTC, you can help improve the quality of many lives by sharing your experience and skills with our students.

What We Offer You

• More than just a job but the start of a rewarding and fulfilling career


• Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated


• Paid vacation, sick time & paid holidays, including an extended holiday break


• You will enjoy the stability of the State of Texas’ comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much, much more. Follow the links below for additional details.

Job Description

TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students.

Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences.

Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC.

Salary Range: $51,900 - $67,478 + up to $6K Retention bonus annually

The final salary offer will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Faculty will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY

Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.

INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT

Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.

STUDENT RETENTION AND PLACEMENT

Performs student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information. Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.

PROGRAM RECRUITMENT & PROMOTION

Participate in related tours and recruitment events. Assist in department/program planning for recruitment.

TEAMWORK & SERVICE

Demonstrates a willingness to be of service and exhibits pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts. Maintains flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate; able to work effectively in a team environment; commitment to the mission, vision and values of the college.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

The core competencies for direct instructional delivery in an applied learning environment can be condensed into a few overarching categories:

TEACHING & LEARNING

Deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques. Tailor teaching methods to diverse learning styles and needs.

MENTORSHIP & COACHING

Understanding and empathizing with student experiences. Providing personalized guidance and support. Articulating ideas clearly and fostering open communication.

ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK

Creating and utilizing assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning. Continually evaluating and improving teaching strategies.

TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION

Effectively using technology to enhance learning experiences.

Required Skills, knowledge, and certifications or licenses

• Knowledge of EMS practices


• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices


• Knowledge of emergency procedures


• Knowledge of pre-hospital practices


• Knowledge of proper assessment techniques


• Skill to demonstrate use and maintenance of equipment in a safe and correct manner


• Teaching and testing skills


• Ability to deliver instructional presentations


• Ability to prepare an EMS lab for instructional practices


• Ability to train and direct students


• Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort *Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects


• Associate's degree in a related field or approved alternate certification/training.


• Three years of experience as a Paramedic functioning on an emergency response ambulance required


• Demonstrate competency with use of technology that supports learning and teaching; Maintains a flexible schedule, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate Preferred Skills, knowledge, and certifications or licenses


• Preferred prior teaching experience


• Preferred: EMS Instructor Certification, BLS Instructor, ACLS Instructor, PALS Instructor, PHTLS Instructor, NREMT Paramedic.


• Expertise in Emergency Medicine; Expertise in Basic and Advanced Life Support Skills Communication Skills; Teaching Ability; Critical Thinking and Problem Solving; Adaptability and Flexibility Empathy and Compassion Patience and Resilience Continuous learning through evidence-based practice; Ethical and Professional Conduct


• Train and direct students on proper emergency procedures to include: suctioning, oxygen therapy, airway management, traction, splinting, bandaging, etc.


• Demonstrate procedures including but not limited to: CPR instruction for infants and adults, spinal immobilization, vital signs, patient assessment, etc.


• Direct students in the proper procedure for medical administration such as: metered dose inhalers, epi pens, sublingual intramuscular injection, subcutaneous injection, endotracheal, cardioversion, code management and defibrillation


• Train students on the proper procedures for ECG Recognition, such as: endotracheal intubation for adult and infant, esophageal intubation, intraosseous infusion, intravenous catheter insertion, external cardiac pacing, pneumatic anti-shock trousers, and automatic external defibrillation


• Provide information in the areas of expertise including but not limited to: hazardous materials, communications, ambulance operations, and multi-casualty incidents


• Keep up to date with and revise course content and teaching methodology in order to maintain current working knowledge


• Direct and/or evaluate students through skills practice in the proper procedures for safe and effective use of EMS equipment and simulation manikins


• Prepare EMS lab sessions with the proper amount of materials and equipment necessary to effectively teach or evaluate EMS skills for each student


• Maintain current working knowledge of pre-hospital practices and EMS education curriculum


• Train and direct students on proper CPR procedures to include: rescue breathing, opening of the airway, chest compressions, and AED operation while utilizing AHA approved training materials; train and direct students in BLS procedures and protocols


• Train and direct students on proper activation of emergency response systems


• Train and direct students in proper assessment techniques to include: medical assessment, trauma assessment, pediatric and geriatric assessment Education and Experience


• Associate's degree in a related field or approved alternate certification/training, Minimum of 3 years experience as a Paramedic in the pre-hospital setting.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.