Teaching Assistant, Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A public academic institution in Carson City is seeking an EMS instructor to assist in teaching and evaluating course content in emergency medical services. This role requires effective communication skills, teaching experience, and adherence to various certification standards. Ideal candidates must hold current EMS and CPR certifications, along with three years of recent EMS experience. The position focuses on supporting faculty while fostering student eligibility for state certification. Competitive benefits and a collaborative environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years recent experience as a basic EMT, paramedic or advanced EMT.
• Hold current EMS certification and CPR Certification.
• Assist faculty to teach and evaluate course content.

Responsibilities

• Assist course faculty member to set up and dismantle laboratory supplies.
• Interact professionally with EMS representatives.
• Submit time card to course faculty member on an agreed upon schedule.

Skills

Effective communication

Teaching EMS content

Interacting professionally

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current EMS instructor certification

Tools

CPR Certification

EMS certification

EVOC training certificate

Job description

* Minimum of high school diploma or GED.* Ability to effectively communicate with faculty, other TAs, staff, and students.* Hold current EMS certification (card required).* Hold current CPR Certification (card required) through the American Heart Association (Health Care Provider) or American Red Cross (Professional Rescue/Health Care Provider).* A valid driver's license, clear driving record, and EVOC training certificate required, if operating the ambulance.* Experience teaching EMS content and EMS skills* A minimum of three years recent experience as a basic EMT, paramedic or advanced EMT* Current EMS instructor certification* Assist faculty to teach and evaluate course content, including basic EMS skills, under the direction of the course faculty member.* Assist course faculty member to set up and dismantle laboratory supplies and equipment in the agreed upon storage area.* Interact professionally with representatives from the Nevada State Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to help ensure student eligibility for EMS certification in the State of Nevada.* Submit time card to course faculty member on an agreed upon schedule.**Hiring Supervisor** - If you have questions about this role or would like to check on the status of an application, please contact the hiring supervisor/department:Western Nevada College does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The College’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Melody Duley, Director, Human Resources, Western Nevada College, 2201 West College Parkway, Bristlecone Building, Room 157, Carson City, NV 89703, Telephone: [phone], Email: [e-mail]; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both.