Part-time Paramedic Instructor

AACC Dance Company; Arnold (MD); On-site; USD 1,535,000 - 1,657,000; Part time

Job summary

AACC Dance Company in Arnold/Main Campus is seeking a Part-time Paramedic Instructor to deliver high-quality paramedic education, developing and grading curriculum, conducting lectures and hands-on labs, and mentoring during clinical rotations.

The role requires collaboration with the Director of EMS, medical directors, clinical sites, and EMS agencies to ensure comprehensive, up-to-date training. Certification maintenance and ongoing education are essential.

Qualifications

• Maryland and NREMT paramedic certification required.
• Minimum 3+ years experience as a paramedic.
• MFRI/NAEMSE Instructor certification preferred.
• Prior teaching experience with an accredited paramedic program.
• Letter of recommendation from jurisdictional medical director.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned class(es) per EMS Director expectations.
• Develop scenarios, lesson plans, and test questions.
• Assess student progress and assign grades.
• Prepare students for state and national paramedic certification exams.
• Mentor students on performance, skills, and professional development.
• Adhere to safety procedures and departmental standards.
• Meet deadlines for grades, attendance, and information.
• Certifications must be up to date and renewed within 1 month of recertification.
• Perform lifting of equipment and static/dynamic skills demonstrations.

Skills

Paramedic certification

Teaching

Paramedic experience

Education

Maryland NREMT paramedic certification

MFRI or NAEMSE Instructor certification

Prior teaching experience in paramedic program

Job description

Title: Part-time Paramedic Instructor

Department: Ems- Emergency Medical Svcs

Campus Location: Arnold/Main Campus

Salary Range: $1,114 - $1,203 per FLH

Work Mode: This position requires some regular in-person presence on campus or at alternative locations, depending on business needs of the office.

Work Schedule: M-F 0830 - 1630

Position Type: Exempt

Position Summary

We're looking for instructors that are enthusiastic and engaging with students, and willing to be a team player with other full time and part time faculty and staff members. The Paramedic Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality education and training to paramedic students, preparing them for state and national certification exams and field practice. The instructor develops, implements and grades within the paramedic curriculum, conducts classroom lectures, hands-on skills labs, and mentors during clinical rotations. This role requires collaboration with full-time instructors, Director of EMS, medical directors, clinical sites, and EMS agencies to ensure students receive comprehensive and current paramedic education. The instructor is also responsible for maintaining their own certifications and continuing education to stay updated with advancements in emergency medical services.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach assigned class(es) in accordance with expectations specified by the Director of EMS.
• Develop scenarios, lesson plans, and test questions.
• Assess student progress in meeting the learning objectives through formal and informal assessment to include assigning grades.
• Prepare students for state and national paramedic certification exams.
• Provide mentorship and feedback to students on performance, skills, affective behavior and professional development.
• Adhere to safety procedures and departmental standards.
• Meet required deadlines for submitting grades, attendance, and other information, as requested.
• Certifications need to be up to date and submitted within 1 month of recertification.
• Physical demands: Lifting medical equipment, manikins, bending and standing for long periods of time and demonstrating physical procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Maryland and NREMT paramedic certification.
• Minimum Experience Requirements: 3+ years experience as a paramedic
• MFRI Instructor or NAEMSE Instructor
• Prior teaching experience with an accredited paramedic program
• Letter of recommendation from jurisdictional medical director where certification is held

Preferred Qualifications

• MICRB (Maryland Instructor Certification Review Board) certified instructor
• Bachelors degree in EMS or related field
• Instructor ACLS, PALS, PHTLS, AMLS