Paramedic Instructor

Overview:
The Paramedic Instructor teaches credit courses within the Associate of Applied Science Paramedic Technician program at the Central Campus in Janesville WI. Position reports directly to Administrative Chair of Human and Emergency Services. Duties include teaching courses that prepare a student to advance to a paramedic position and related occupations. This position will collaborate with employers to develop, maintain, and upgrade curriculum in the areas of paramedicine and CoAEMS accreditation.

This position will be open until filled, with a first review date of June 3, 2024. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:
Provide instruction for Paramedic Technician courses as assigned.

Engage in ongoing student learning assessment in the Paramedic Technician to determine effectiveness of instruction and curriculum. Use data to measure program outcomes related to student persistence, retention, completion rate, course success, and to design improvement strategies based on the evidence. 

Remain current on best practices in the teaching field so that instruction is delivered for a variety of learning styles, uses the latest supportive technology, and utilizes alternative delivery methods. Develop curricula, assessments, and lab projects to improve student success in a multitude of delivery modalities.

Manage classrooms and oversee the lab to ensure a safe and productive learning environment. Responsible for lab inventory, ordering of supplies, tools and equipment, and the maintenance of required lab equipment.

Maintain accurate student records and reports as requested by administrative offices.

Identify students needing assistance and refer students to Student Services. Collaborate with Student Services and the Learning Resources staff members to help students adjust to the learning environment.

Develop and update or revise course and program curriculum as needed to maintain relevance. Prepare and update course syllabi (using BTC guidelines) for each course taught and work cooperatively with members of other departments and programs in coordinating courses.

Meet weekly office hours and other duties required to meet student, employer, and college needs.

Create a classroom environment that is respectful of diversity and demonstrates a commitment to multiculturalism.

Attend Advisory Committee and departmental meetings.

Collaborate with Business & Industry and Secondary Education partners to recruit students to the Paramedic Technician. Assist in job placement activities for graduates.

Participate in staff development activities and serve on college improvement teams and college wide committees as appropriate.

Assist faculty chair and dean in other duties as assigned.

Meet Wisconsin Technical College System professional development requirements through the Faculty Quality Assurance System.

Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Paramedicine or related field.

Two (2) years (4,000 hours) of paramedic work experience of which at least one-year (2,000) hours shall be within 5 years prior to date of appointment.

Wisconsin Certified Instructor II or ability to obtain WI Instructor II within 6 months of hire.

Wisconsin Paramedic License or ability to acquire Wisconsin Licensure.

Current NREMT Paramedic Certification.

American Hearth Association BLS/ACLS/PALS Instructor Certification.

Blackhawk Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

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