Casual - EMS Aide

Job Title

This position is responsible for assisting lead instructors in EMS licensure courses and leading non-EMS licensure courses within the EMS Department.

Essential Job Functions

• Facilitation of Learning - Plan, prepare and deliver instruction and facilitate the learning of students in associate degree, technical diploma, basic education, continuing education, and/or contract training programs. Assess the learning outcomes of students at the unit, course, and program level.
• Interpersonal/Team Skills - Participate in activities of the instructional team, including planning, development, scheduling, and budgeting as a cooperative and professional team player.
• Student Support and Guidance - Advise and support students as a mentor and role model in the achievement of their learning and career goals.
• Professional Development - Participate in professional development activities that provide for continually updated knowledge and skills for the role of the contemporary instructor as directed by one's Individual Professional Development Plan.

Qualifications, Training, and Experience

• Wisconsin State EMS Licensure at the level of higher in which teaching and/or CPR Instructor certification.
• Wisconsin Instructor I license through DHS/WTCS if performing EMS Licensure instruction.

Essential Aptitudes, Skills, Knowledge and Personal Characteristics

• Success and commitment as a team player, including the ability to engage in win-win thinking and to foster consensus.
• Flexibility in schedule, including availability for evening and weekend assignments.
• Flexibility, including the acceptance of and willingness to change.
• Demonstrated ability for written and oral communication with students, staff, employers and other external entities.
• Proficiency in computer use and applications which support teaching and learning.
• Highly motivated with strong interest in contributing to the success of students and the college.
• Ability to work with diverse student, staff, and community populations.
• Understanding and successful use of learning technology, both on-line and as a tool for distance education.
• A record of innovations which will facilitate student learning.
• Demonstrated development of course materials and assessments of student learning.
• An educational philosophy which places the primary emphasis on student learning in the design, delivery, and evaluation of courses.
• Willingness to take risks and try new things.
• Willingness to accept responsibility for professional and personal growth.
• A commitment to the mission, purposes, and values of the college.
• Current knowledge of the role of EMS providers.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with a variety of ambulance, hospital and related agencies and personnel.

Examples of Work Performed

• Assist the lead instructor during practical skills
• Work directly under the lead instructor
• Act as a patient or professional partner during scenarios or testing
• Act as a lead or Aid during AHA courses

Hourly pay rate: $24.00 per hour. Pay is based on a multitude of factors, including experience, qualifications, education, relevant certifications, internal equity, and market data. Note: Internal applicants' wage will be based upon the applicable compensation guidelines.

At Fox Valley Technical College, we recognize employees as key contributors to our mission and are committed to fostering a culture of fairness, transparency, and excellence. Our total rewards philosophy ensures equitable compensation and benefits, supporting a highly engaged workforce. In this position you will automatically be enrolled in the FICA Alternative Retirement Plan which helps you start save for retirement. Work-life balance is supported through flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions) and wellbeing programs. Professional development opportunities include training. Additional perks at the Appleton Main Campus include an onsite dental clinic, fitness center, Parent/Child Center (onsite child care), library, caf, printing services, Trilogy Salon & Spa, and more.

Fox Valley Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution, providing equal opportunity to all persons, including members of underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds, females, veterans and individuals of all abilities.