What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMT Instructor (Part-time) - Polk County Center position at Inside Higher Ed?
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The EMT Instructor’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing instruction for students enrolled in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program and workforce training at the TSUS Polk County Center in Livingston, TX. This position must be competent to teach using a variety of effective methodologies, provide engagement, and support activities that encourage student learning. This position reports directly to the Executive Director of Workforce. This is a part-time, non-exempt position. Hours vary depending on the need and course schedule, and may include day, evening, and/or weekend classes. This is not a posting for ONLINE instructors. Classes will be delivered at the Livingston, TX Polk County Education Center.
Duties/Responsibilities
Teach courses at the Livingston, Texas Polk County Center as scheduled and actively engage with students in the learning process
Provide counsel/guidance to students when there is a need.
Demonstrate exemplary technique in the operation of equipment relevant to training.
Convey industry-accepted standards regarding operational techniques of equipment relevant to one’s field.
Work with students from different backgrounds and cultures, as well as different knowledge and skill levels
Work flexible hours, including possible weekend and night-time training
Maintain good working relationships with staff, faculty, and administration at Lamar Institute of Technology
Come to work in a timely and predictable manner
Tolerate stressful conditions as they arise
Follow institute policies and procedures
Other duties may be assigned to this position on a regular or occasional basis to respond to needs of the Institute.Minimum/Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Two (2) years of EMS Instruction
- Certification(s) Required:
- Texas Department of State Health Services Certified EMT
- Texas Department of State Health Services EMS Instructor,
- American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor,
- American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor
- Associate Degree in EMS
- Texas Department of State Health Services Certified Advanced EMT or Licensed Paramedic
- Three (3) years of field experience as a lead paramedic on a MICU ambulance
- Experience working in higher education
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to: remain in a stationary position for most of the time; occasionally move about inside an office to access documents, office equipment, etc.; constantly operate a computer or other office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine; frequently move items and equipment typically found in an EMS environment, up to 50 lbs.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Lamar Institute of Technology is an E-Verify Employer.
- This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code
- 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Click here for the Security Sensitive Release Form.