VOCATIONAL LECTURER - EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

MALCOLM X COLLEGE 

 
Malcolm X College is currently seeking Vocational Lecturers to teach Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). If you have passion for teaching and learning and are committed to the mission of the community college, consider joining our team. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in the classroom by developing and using effective teaching strategies that meet students’ diverse needs and engage the students in critical thinking and problem-solving. 
The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program provides students with the knowledge and skill to recognize symptoms of illness and injury. The training can range from the basics taught at the first responder level (EMR) to the highly skilled level of the paramedic. Courses blend experience in the classroom, laboratory and field preparing professionals to make quick, emergent decisions in patient management.
The mission of Malcolm X College is to provide accessible liberal arts and health-focused education that fosters personal and professional achievement. To fulfill this mission, we focus on the following core values: accountability, community, diversity, empowerment, learning, and respect.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES 
Must demonstrate excellence in teaching, commitment to integrating new technologies in the learning process and the ability to inspire, motivate and empower students to succeed. 
Maintain office hours for advising, mentoring and coaching students. Development and revision of courses and instructional materials as necessary. 
Post syllabi and grades 
Proctor students in a hands-on lab setting 
 
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be licensed at the paramedic level by Illinois Department of Public Health or be licensed at a higher level of practice with EMS experience
Lead instructors must hold a Lead Instructor certificate by IDPH or NAEMSE certification
Knowledge of Brightspace Learning Management System or similar Learning Management System, preferred 
Prior experience with online teaching (via Zoom) and/or online teaching certification is strongly preferred 
Scholarship work, publications, committee work, and other relevant work is highly considered 
Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse group of staff and students, required 
Experience with a diverse, multi-lingual student population is desired, as is a commitment to the open access mission of the community college 
 
When applying, please attach your unofficial transcripts and include any scholarship work, publications, committee work, and other relevant engagements in your cover letter. 
 
Malcolm X College has been named a 2024 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges award winner! NISOD joins Diverse: Issues in Higher Education in recognizing Malcolm X College’s best-in-class student and staff recruitment and retention practices, inclusive learning and working environments, and meaningful community service and engagement opportunities.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 
Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago! 
 
 
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