Paramedicine Instructor - Program Director

Ogeechee Technical College; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ogeechee Technical College invites applications for a Paramedicine Instructor - Program Director. The faculty member will provide course instruction and also serve as Program Director, guiding curriculum, assessment and accreditation compliance.

Responsibilities include planning, syllabus updates, LMS management, student progress evaluation, and program recruitment. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, EMS instructor licensing, and at least three years of field or teaching experience in

Qualifications

• Must possess an awarded Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Must be licensed by the Department of Health and Safety as an EMS Instructor, or Instructor/Coordinator at or above the level of program designation.
• Must possess verifiable experience in the delivery of pre-hospital emergency care.
• Must possess knowledge about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice, National EMS Standards, and evidence-informed clinical practice.
• Must possess the academic training and experience equivalent to that of a paramedic.
• Must possess and demonstrate effective verbal/written communication skills.
• Three years of paid work experience working or teaching in the field.
• Must be able to document education or experience in instructional methodology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a weekly planner for learning activities that align with Student Learning Outcomes.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication; apply current procedures.
• Review/finalize course syllabi with templates.
• Review/finalize LMS (Blackboard) courses for learning support.
• Evaluate students' progress toward Student Learning Outcomes.
• Request and maintain supplies and equipment for the learning environment.
• Submit final grades, attendance, and other student information timely.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, TCSG, and accreditation standards.
• Establish a classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.
• Advise students on academic and occupational curricula.
• Assess student learning outcomes and program outcomes.
• Participate in recruitment, enrollment, and retention activities.
• Assist in budget processes for instructional equipment.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

EMS Instructor licensing

Emergency care delivery

Verbal/written communication

Student success focus

Field experience (3+ years)

Education

Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

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Job Title

Paramedicine Instructor - Program Director

Job Requisition ID

JR0000002392

Number of Openings

1

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Paramedicine Instructor - Program Director POSITION DESCRIPTION: The faculty member, who will also serve as the Program Director, will provide course instruction for the Paramedicine Program. The general responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

Responsibilities

• Prepare a weekly planner for learning activities that align with the established Student Learning Outcomes for each course.
• Demonstrate the effective use of oral and written communication skills and knowledge of current procedures in course content.
• Review and finalize course syllabi utilizing the Department and program-provided templates.
• Review and finalize the Learning Management System (Blackboard) courses that are used to facilitate and support the student learning experience.
• Evaluate students' progress in attaining Student Learning Outcomes.
• Request and maintain supplies and equipment, as needed to support the learning environment.
• Submit required documentation, such as final grades, attendance records, or other student-related information on a timely basis.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, TCSG, and accreditation standards.
• Establish a classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.
• Advise students on academic and occupational curricula.
• Assess student learning outcomes and program outcomes.
• Participate in the program’s recruitment, enrollment, and retention activities.
• Assist in the budget process of requesting and maintaining instructional equipment and supplies for classrooms/laboratories.
• Committee participation is expected, as well as other department, college, and community projects.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance skills in various modes of instruction and knowledge of learning.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess an awarded Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Must be licensed by the Department of Health and Safety as an EMS Instructor, or Instructor/Coordinator at or above the level of program designation.
• Must possess verifiable experience in the delivery of pre-hospital emergency care.
• Must possess knowledge about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice, National EMS Standards, and evidence-informed clinical practice.
• Must possess the academic training and experience equivalent to that of a paramedic.
• Must possess and demonstrate effective verbal/written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to student success initiatives.
• Three years of paid work experience working or teaching in the field.
• Must be able to document education or experience in instructional methodology.

Preferred Qualifications

• An awarded Master’s degree from an accredited institution, in a health-related profession.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) certificates in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Experience with CoAEMSP or other accrediting institution.
• Prior college-level teaching experience with evidence of effective and student-centered instructional practices.
• Experience with the development and delivery of academic courses in both online and traditional modalities.

Additional Information

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees, work experience, and The Commission on Colleges and University (Formerly SACSCOC) Faculty Credential Guidelines. The successful candidate may be asked to teach in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online). The successful candidate may be required to travel to and teach classes at any Ogeechee Technical College location or oversee student learning experiences at approved clinical sites. In programs that require professional licensure, an active, unencumbered license must be provided by the applicant during the interview process.

Salary and Benefits

Commensurate with qualifications. Benefits include paid state holidays, annual and sick leave, retirement options, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits package.

• paid state holidays
• annual and sick leave
• retirement options
• State of Georgia Flexible Benefits package

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Equal Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. Ogeechee Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

The following person(s) have been designated to manage inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Christy Rikard, Vice President for Student Affairs, Ogeechee Technical College, One Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd., Office 198C, Joseph E. Kennedy Building, Statesboro, GA 30458, 912.486.7607, [e-mail] Sabrina Burns, ADA/Section 504 Coordinator, Ogeechee Technical College, One Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd., Office 711, Assessment Center, Statesboro, GA 30458, 912.486.7211, [e-mail] Minimum Qualifications: Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

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