PT Associate Faculty - EMT/Paramedicine

Cochise College; Village Meadows (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cochise College is seeking an Associate Faculty member to teach in EMS-related programs across classrooms, labs, and online environments. The role involves preparing lesson plans, assessing students, and collaborating with faculty to improve instructional strategies.

The candidate will maintain student records, resolve course-related issues, and participate in ongoing curriculum development while adhering to college policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of current technologies and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of evidence-based adult learning principles.
• Knowledge of trends and developments affecting education.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, implementation and evaluation.
• Skill in using authentic assessment to evaluate student needs and progress.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to relate to a diverse population and remain composed in challenging situations.
• Ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize multiple projects to completion.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and make sound decisions.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with staff, faculty, students and the public.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses to enrolled students in classroom, lab, or online settings.
• Develops, prepares, and implements lesson plans; conducts assessments and plans for student needs.
• Collaborates with other faculty and staff to assess teaching strategies and improve instructional programs.
• Maintains student records and statistics as required.
• Resolves issues within area of responsibility; escalates complex problems to Department Chair or Dean.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Adult learning principles

Curriculum development

Assessment and evaluation

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Independent work

Relationship building

Education

EMT/Paramedic certification

Education degree or teaching credential

Job description

Position Summary:

Associate Faculty provides an invaluable service to the College and our students by providing experience of their profession in our classrooms, laboratories, and studios. Instruction is provided via multiple mediums, including face-to-face courses and blended learning throughout Cochise County and our entire services area.

Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.

Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time.

Compensation: $925 per equated credit unit

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaches assigned courses to enrolled students and manages a diverse population of students in a classroom, laboratory, or in an online environment
• Develops, prepares and implements lesson plans; conducts pre- and post-assessment of students; evaluates, assesses and plans for students' educational and social needs
• Collaborates with other faculty and staff in assessment of teaching strategies and the effectiveness of the instructional program to help promote a culture of continuous improvement
• Maintains student records, statistics, and/or other pertinent information as required by the college and the department
• Resolves issues relevant to area of responsibility and scope of authority, referring more difficult or complex problems to the appropriate Department Chair, Dean, or other College official
• Performs other related duties as assigned

General Expectations:

Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Certified EMT/Paramedic
• Certified Fire Instructor I or 24 hours of Instructional Methodology (EDU 280) or Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Education or a related discipline from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures
• Knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of research-based adult learning principles
• Knowledge of trends, developments, and new technologies affecting education
• Knowledge of developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum and instructional approaches
• Skill in using authentic assessment to evaluate students' needs and progress
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
• Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
• Ability to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment
• Ability to analyze problems, identifies solutions, and takes appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public

Work Environment:

Work is primarily performed under limited supervision. Incumbent generally performs work in a typical classroom, laboratory, office or online setting, with appropriate climate controls. Evening or weekend work may be required

Physical Requirements:

Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met

Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem solving skills are important

Reports to:

Director of Emergency Medical Services