Instructor, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) – 9/10 Month (Term)

Tennessee Board of Regents; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee Board of Regents seeks an Instructor in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for a 9/10 month term. You will deliver quality EMS instruction, assist with curriculum development, advise students, and coordinate clinical placements from the assigned campus.

You will remain current in EMS teaching areas through professional development, use the LMS for course materials, and ensure timely grading and reporting. Open until filled; pay range shown.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years practicing in the pre-hospital environment.
• Minimum of two years educational administration or >300 hours instructional EMS experience.
• EMS Board approvals in trauma, cardiac, and pediatric courses.
• CAAHEP/CoAEMSP recommendations via TAC/COAEMSP and Tennessee Dept. of Health.
• EMS board approved instructors’ course completion.
• Licensed or eligible for Paramedic licensure in Tennessee (no revocation).
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Instructor certification currently held.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on-ground at the assigned campus/instructional site/work location.
• Deliver instruction using online, hybrid, or web-enhanced formats as needed.
• Advise students with emphasis on retention and success.
• Coordinate clinical site placements and program evaluation.
• Submit final grades by registrar deadlines and manage course records.
• Maintain current professional development in EMS teaching areas.

Skills

Curriculum development

Student advising

Course delivery (EMS)

Instructional methods (online/hybrid)

Communication

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

EMS licensure readiness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Title: Instructor, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) – 9/10 Month (Term)

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in Emergency Medical Services (EMS). The role includes supporting curriculum development, assessment, and program evaluation; advising students; coordinating clinical site placements; and contributing to service activities that advance the mission of the College.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform job duties from the assigned campus/instructional site/work location. Teach courses on-ground at the assigned campus/instructional site/work location. Other instructional delivery modes, such as online, hybrid or web-enhanced, taught from the assigned campus/instructional site/work location, may be assigned based on operational needs, as determined by the College. Work with course leads and/or program coordinators/directors to ensure consistent student experiences. Utilize the college’s learning management system to provide course materials to students. Submit updated department syllabi prior to the first day of class. Submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the registrar. Provide academic advising to students with an emphasis on retention and success. Remain current in the teaching area(s) through appropriate professional development activities. Regularly check College email and departmental mailbox. Respond to emails/messages within 24 hours except on the weekend. Complete all required reports such as student engagement, Early Alerts, progress reports, grade submissions; administer and return surveys and student outcome assessments by the required deadlines. Administer and return surveys and student outcome assessments by the required deadlines. Engage in departmental institutional effectiveness activities. Submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the registrar. Work with students as academic advisor as assigned. Comply with all college and TBR policies and guidelines.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Minimum of two years practicing in the pre-hospital environment
• Minimum of two years educational administration or greater the 300 hours instructional experience in EMS training or programs.
• Currently endorsed in an EMS Board approved trauma, cardiac, and pediatric course.
• Must meet requirements established by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health
• Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon recommendation from Committee on Accreditation of
• Educational Programs for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP), and the Tennessee Department of Health/Division of EMS.
• Completion of an EMS Board approved instructors’ course.
• Must be licensed or eligible for Paramedic licensure in Tennessee; Paramedic licensure must be free from revocation, denial, or suspension.
• Currently certified as a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Instructor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Supervisory or management experience.
• Collegiate-level teaching experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge and/or experience delivering effective instruction in a variety of formats, including asynchronous online, traditional on-ground, hybrid. Ability to use a learning management system for course delivery and maintenance of course records. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a wide range of faculty, staff, and student population. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and any technologies or software pertinent to the subject area of instruction.

Open Until Filled: Yes

Rate of Pay: $48,421.00 - $60,526.00 depending on experience