Paramedicine Instructor Program Director

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POSITION TITLE:Paramedicine Instructor - Program Director

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The faculty member who will also serve as the Program Director will provide course instruction for the Paramedicine Program. General responsibilities will include but may not be limited to:

• Prepare a weekly planner for learning activities that align with the established Student Learning Outcomes for each course.

• Demonstrate the effective use of oral and written communication skills and knowledge of current procedures in course content.

• Review and finalize course syllabi utilizing the Department and program-provided templates.

• Review and finalize the Learning Management System (Blackboard) courses that are used to facilitate and support the student learning experience.

• Evaluate students progress in attaining Student Learning Outcomes.

• Request and maintain supplies and equipment as needed to support the learning environment.

• Submit required documentation such as final grades attendance records or other student-related information on a timely basis.

• Ensure compliance with institutional TCSG and accreditation standards.

• Establish a classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.

• Advise students on academic and occupational curricula.

• Assess student learning outcomes and program outcomes.

• Participate in the programs recruitment enrollment and retention activities.

• Assist in the budget process of requesting and maintaining instructional equipment and supplies for classrooms/laboratories.

• Committee participation is expected as well as other department college and community projects.

• Participate in professional development activities to enhance skills in various modes of instruction and knowledge of learning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess an awarded Bachelors degree from an accredited institution.

• Must be licensed by the Department of Health and Safety as an EMS Instructor or Instructor/Coordinator at or above the level of program designation.

• Must possess verifiable experience in the delivery of pre-hospital emergency care.

• Must possess knowledge about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice National EMS Standards and evidence-informed clinical practice.

• Must possess the academic training and experience equivalent to that of a paramedic.

• Must possess and demonstrate effective verbal/written communication skills.

• Strong commitment to student success initiatives.

• Three years of paid work experience working or teaching in the field.

• Must be able to document education or experience in instructional methodology.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• An awarded Masters degree from an accredited institution in a health-related profession.

• Current American Heart Association (AHA) certificates in Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

• Experience with CoAEMSP or other accrediting institution.

• Prior college-level teaching experience with evidence of effective and student-centered instructional practices.

• Experience with the development and delivery of academic courses in both online and traditional modalities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees work experience and The Commission on Colleges and University (Formerly SACSCOC) Faculty Credential Guidelines.

• The successful candidate may be asked to teach in various modalities (face-to-face hybrid and online).

• The successful candidate may be required to travel to and teach classes at any Ogeechee Technical College location or oversee student learning experiences at approved clinical sites.

• In programs that require professional licensure an active unencumbered license must be provided by the applicant during the interview process.

SALARY/BENEFITS:

Commensurate with qualifications. Benefits include paid state holidays annual and sick leave retirement options and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits package.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Open Until Filled

TO APPLY: Please submit an online application using the OTC online job center website. All positions require a pre-employment criminal background investigation education and employer/professional reference checks. Some positions may additionally require a motor vehicle record search credit history check and/or drug screen. All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. Copies of all transcripts should be submitted at the time of application for faculty positions. Official transcripts are required to be submitted to HR upon acceptance of a written job offer. For more information please contact the Executive Director for Human Resources at 912.871.1801 or

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individuals age color disability genetic information national origin race religion sex or veteran status (protected status). No individual shall be excluded from participation in denied the benefits of or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination harassment or retaliation under any TCSG program or activity because of the individuals protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individuals protected status except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Ogeechee Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions including but not limited to hiring promotion and tenure shall be free of ideological tests affirmations and oaths including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge skills and abilities associated with the role and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions responsibilities and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institutions ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

The following person(s) have been designated to manage inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

• Christy Rikard Vice President for Student Affairs Ogeechee Technical College One Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd. Office 198C Joseph E. Kennedy Building Statesboro GA.486.7607
• Sabrina Burns ADA/Section 504 Coordinator Ogeechee Technical College One Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd. Office 711 Assessment Center Statesboro GA.486.7211

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The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race color national origin sex religion age disability or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.