Paramedic Instructor

Union County College is a public comprehensive community college providing quality, affordable, accessible educational programs that serve the greater Union County region. It is the oldest of New Jerseys 19 Associate Degree Colleges, serving both career-minded and transfer-oriented students since 1933. The College enrolls almost 30,000 credit, non-credit and continuing education students and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Many programs lead to the Associate in Arts, Science and Applied Science degrees.

Campus: Plainfield

General Description:

Paramedic Instructor responsibilities shall be teaching course segments as assigned by Dean of Plainfield Campus and Allied Sciences and/or the Paramedic Program Director.

Characteristics, Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaches assigned course material/skill labs in accordance with the approved course outline and schedule, with incorporation of alternative approaches, technologies and methods when possible.

• Coordinate supervision and provide frequent assessments of the students’ progress in achieving acceptable program requirements.

• Attends class sessions as scheduled.

• Advises Program Director of absences in a timely manner.

• Cooperates with the Dean and/or Program Director in developing and revising courses of study and curricula when asked.

• Cooperates with the Dean and/or Program Director in recruitment and advisement of students.

• Incorporates an appreciation of diverse lifestyles, cultures and national perspectives into courses.

• Attends scheduled program staff meetings.

• Represents the College and Program appropriately to the community.

• Plans in advance to ensure availability of classroom equipment requisite to successful teaching of assigned tasks

• Adheres to professional standards of procedures.

• Adheres to College policies and procedures.

Education Requirements:

• Current Paramedic Certification or licenses as needed and appropriate and outlined by the NJ State Department of Health.

• Minimum of High School degree or equivalent required.

Experience:

• Demonstrated mastery of subject matter of discipline.

• Teaching experience preferred.

Competencies and Skills Required:

• Demonstrated mastery of subject matter of discipline.

• Teaching experience preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• This position’s duties are normally performed in a typical interior/residence work environment, based on the activity scheduled.

• Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

• Some travel required.

Union County College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, religion, age, disability, handicap or other legally protected status in its provision of employment, education, and activities, or other services. Union County College is an EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons. Union County College offers a competitive compensation package and salaries that are commensurate with experience and qualifications. The following benefits are also provided: Medical benefits and pension plan offered through the State of NJ; Dental and vision benefits; Vacation days based on accrual system; Ten paid holidays and three floating holidays that are determined by the College; Tuition remission for employee, spouse, and eligible children for credit and non-credit courses; and Tuition reimbursement for approved degree programs at an accredited college or university.