Laboratory Professional – Emergency Medical Services (EMT, AEMT)

Paramedic Instructor

This job is a part-time, non-benefited, FLSA-exempt position in the Health Sciences Division that reports to the Program Director of Emergency Medical Services.

Salary: $30/hr.

Schedule: Up to 29 hours per week. Not allowed to work during an academic break.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree in field or other health related field, Current Georgia Paramedic license or NREMT Paramedic and minimum TWO years as an EMT, AEMT, or paramedic. Must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the courses assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the minimum qualifications, Bachelor's degree in a health-related field from a regionally accredited institution. Minimum of five years teaching experience in a CoAEMSP Accredited Paramedic Program preferred. BLS, ACLS, and ITLS (or PHTLS) instructor certification are preferred. Proficiency in preparation and delivery of instruction, advisement, and curriculum development. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with faculty, staff, and students, in a collegial and multicultural environment. Excellent interpersonal, motivational, and communication skills. Must be computer literate with the ability to use common software programs. Experience with online learning modalities preferred. Demonstrated flexibility with diverse student population and learning styles; demonstrated experience with a variety of teaching strategies including the use of advanced instructional technologies.

Job Description Summary:

Under general supervision, prepares lesson plans for classroom, lab or clinical instruction for credited Emergency Medical Services courses at Gwinnett Technical College. Implements program curriculum to meet state, national and/or accreditation standards. Develops program and syllabi, goals, and objectives. Teaches face-to-face, hybrid, and online classes as needed to provide course delivery and scheduling options that promote student retention and program completion. Evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives. Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares budget requests. Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate. Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports. Attends staff development training, workshops, seminars and conferences. Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area. Meets with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students' instructional programs and other issues. Assists with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts and participates in college and community activities. If offered a position, employees in this department must complete the Hazardous Materials Training as well as the Bloodborne & Airborne Pathogen training annually and complete Pre-employment Drug Screen. This position is also subject to random drug screen.

Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior.

· Demonstrates eagerness to learn and assume responsibility; seeks out and accepts increased responsibility; displays a "can do" approach to work.

· Shows persistence and seeks alternatives when obstacles arise; seeks alternative solutions; does things before being asked or forced to by events.

· Works within the system in a resourceful manner to accomplish reasonable work goals; shows flexibility in response to process change and adapts to and accommodates new methods and procedures.

· Accepts direction and feedback from supervisor and follows through appropriately.

· Works when scheduled; begins and ends work as expected; calls in according to policy when arriving late for work or when absent; observes provisions of Fair Labor Standards Act; observes policies on break and lunch periods; uses work time appropriately.

Ensure safety and security requirements are met in the training area.

· Construct training modules, tools, materials, supplies and equipment to comply with local requirement for safety and security needs and in accordance with state and federal work safety standards.

· Ensure students are instructed in and follow all safety rules for operating equipment and using tools.

· Ensure classrooms and work areas are properly cleaned and maintained at all times.

· Maintain a secure training and work area that proves freedom of movement for students during the performance of work and training assignments and complies with the security requirements of the organization.

· Ensure work-related projects are successfully completed and that they meet industrial standards.

Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate.

• Earns required number of CE credits to maintain required industry credentials
• Participates in education meetings, workshops, etc. as requested.
• Meet all required organizational and accreditation policies and guidelines.
• Assist in conducting a self-study of the program's compliance with technical college, program and accreditation standards.

· Exhibit and model positive work ethics.

Performs other duties as assigned in the fulfillment of the needs, philosophy, and purpose of Gwinnett Technical College.

Duties/Responsibilities: - Percentage of Time:

Teaches credited courses as assigned in accordance with course standards and approved syllabi.(Performed by all incumbents)·Teaches primarily face-to-face and hybrid classes on campus to promote student retention and program completion·Delivers effective instruction that meets the needs of diverse students·Uses a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to different learning styles·Demonstrates effective classroom management and organization - 45

Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction. (Performed by all incumbents)·Delivers effective individualized programs of instruction to class members.·Ensures adherence to technical college and safety requirements in classrooms and labs by following established procedures.·Correctly assesses the educational needs and class progress of students.·Selects and obtains appropriate educational materials for courses.·Prepares reports on the current status of students in the program indicating whether performance is aligned with performance indicators, program goals, and progress schedule.·Ensures consistency in syllabi, lesson plans, tests, and other appropriate materials. - 10

Develops program and course outlines, goals, and objectives. (Performed by some incumbents)·Prepares appropriate curricula, including non-traditional content and methods to achieve the objectives and goals of students.·Follows designated and approved lesson plan(s) using appropriate techniques and aids.·Participates in standing or ad hoc committee meetings relating to curriculum development, extracurricular activities, and other technical college-sponsored activities or programs as required.·Prepares program reports for submission to the supervisor within specified time frames of request.·Maintains a presence on campus during regular business hours to be available for meetings, department functions, and administrative tasks. - 5

Evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives. (Performed by all incumbents)·Establishes criteria and tests the students to measure each student's progress.·Communicates students' progress to student and appropriate personnel and according to established guidelines.·Accurately records pertinent information in students' records as required. - 10

Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares required budget requests. (Performed by all incumbents)·Submits correct supply and equipment budget requests as necessary per established guidelines.·Performs and maintains classroom inventory according to established policies and procedures.·Maintains an organized and proper supply of classroom instructional materials.·Promptly notifies the supervisor of defective equipment. - 5

Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate. (Performed by all incumbents.)·Attends a required number of hours of required training.·Participates in education meetings, workshops, etc. as requested.·Ensures certification meets all required organizational and accreditation policies and guidelines.·Thoroughly conducts a self-study of the program's compliance with technical college, program, and accreditation standards.·Exhibits and models positive work ethics. - 2

Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports. (Performed by all incumbents)·Prepares and submits students' progress and participation reports per the prescribed guidelines. Conducts follow-up surveys.·Ensures documentation meets all required organizational and accreditation policies and state guidelines.·Analyzes collected data for program improvement.·Compiles and submits reports promptly to the supervisor. - 3

Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by attending staff development training, workshops, seminars, and conferences and by reading professional literature in the related vocational field. (Performed by all incumbents)·Attends internal and external educational programs and professional meetings that meet the requirements for continuing education in the assigned specialty area.·Reads professional literature and translates complex or technical information into a meaningful format that may be understood by others. - 5

Meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss instructional programs, curricula, and issues impacting the progress of the students. (Performed by all incumbents)·Advises students on course selection and other pertinent matters professionally and effectively.·Conducts office hours and is available on campus during regular business hours to assist walk-in students as needed·Actively participates in staff and faculty meetings as needed to discuss students' progress, problems, and/