EMS Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:

This position holds responsibilities for the success of the Emergency Medical Services programs which include Emergency Medical Technician and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician. This instructor must ensure that a positive, upbeat, diversified, interesting, and active learning environment occurs in both classrooms and labs, giving the students relevant and worthwhile experiences daily. The responsibilities include planning, organizing, and implementing an effective instructional training program with an emphasis on quality hands-on labs. The instructor would also ensure that training is conducted in a professional learning environment that guides, encourages, and enables students to develop into industry professionals.

Dixie Tech is a public technical college located in a new state-of-the-art campus in St. George, Utah. The College has 30 Council on Occupational Education-accredited programs that offer certifications in high-demand, high-pay professions.

Pay and Benefits:

The position has a salary of between $65,000 and $85,000 per year, depending on education and experience.

This is a full-time salaried position that includes generous benefits:

• Medical and dental coverage, with the College paying the costs of the medical plan and most of the costs of the dental plan
• Employer contributions to Health Savings Account ($1,500 per year for single coverage, $3,000 double coverage, and $4,500 for three or more) without a match requirement
• Employer contributions to a 403(b) account, amounting to 20.4% of the employee's pay without a match requirement. Employees may make additional contributions.
• Salaried employees do not pay Social Security taxes
• Employer-provided life insurance, AD&D, and LTD at no cost
• Paid holidays, as well as Christmas, Fall, Thanksgiving, and Spring Breaks, on the schedule of the local school district
• 15 days of paid vacation per year

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for fulfilling all state of Utah requirements for EMT and AEMT courses and students
• May supervise other college EMS/Medical programs
• Actively create and update classroom syllabi, curriculum, lab experiences and lesson plans which will enable students to meet the needs of local industry, excel in the workplace, and be familiar with the latest technology and industry practices
• Develop and execute active and diverse learning experiences which retain the interest of students while transmitting information and developing skills in the most effective manner, with a heavy emphasis on learning by doing, while maintaining a structured learning environment that complies with the course syllabus and course plan
• Establish and communicate clear objectives and well-defined competencies for the program and all learning activities.
• Ensure classroom and lab are prepared for daily learning activities
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments in a timely manner
• Structure classes in Canvas to support student learning
• Observe, evaluate, and record student's performance and development, and provide appropriate and helpful feedback. Conduct and document student reviews with students on a regular basis. Involve Student Services when problems develop before they become critical
• Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing appropriate rules and procedures; involve Student Services when problems develop
• Ensure objectives for all program students are reflected on each syllabi and match the module sign-offs in the Student Information System (Northstar)
• Ensure that students are retained and that they graduate, complete, pass any relevant licensure exams, and are placed, and that all student data is updated on a real-time basis in Northstar.
• Meet or exceed performance metrics for the program established by VP of Instruction
• Maintain integrity and confidentiality in all circumstances, especially concerning student information. Adhere to FERPA requirements and guidelines.
• Actively work with the department director, admissions and recruiters to fill cohorts with students who are capable of graduating and finding employment in the field
• Along with the department director and the VP of Instruction, develop and propose admissions standards which will enhance student success. Assist with the selection of students
• Assure safety standards are used which comply with all College, local, City, State and Federal guidelines
• Model a professional environment for the students in the classroom and lab
• Schedule industry professionals for specialized presentations and training where appropriate
• Supervise, recruit, train, support and assist adjunct instructors as needed
• Be an active and participative member of the department team
• Actively ensure program follows all guidelines and conditions necessary to meet the standards of COE accreditation, including maintaining records of contacts with industry partners
• Assist with biannual Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) meetings and ensure accreditation compliance. Maintain communication with OAC. Take direction and implement decisions made by the committee
• Actively participate in documenting, collecting, and placing Standard 2 criteria evidence following the guidelines sheet into the COE program folder biannually meeting all deadlines.
• Assist with the hiring and scheduling of adjunct faculty
• Ensure program spending is within established budgets, and maintain inventory for all instructional items
• Ensure that students and staff are treated respectfully and equally without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age (40 or over), national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition. Report all violations immediately to HR or Student Services
• Comply with Dixie Tech Policies and Procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 5+ years' experience in industry required, 8+ years' experience preferred
• Utah-licensed as an EMR, EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic required
• Certified EMS Instructor and Course Coordinator, or eligible and willing to obtain certification
• Instructional experience preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Strong knowledge of Google Suite
• Strong communications and presentation skills
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push, and pull items weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires manual dexterity, auditory and visual skills, and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

While we thank all applicants for applying, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted during the selection process.