Paramedic Instructor - Part Time

Company Description: Associates In Emergency Care provides quality Emergency Medical Services (EMS) education across Virginia. The organization is dedicated to delivering quality EMS instruction that prepares students for real-world emergency situations. Courses are designed to meet or exceed regional and national standards while supporting a culture of continuous learning. Faculty and staff focus on hands-on training, learner engagement, and professional growth for both new and experienced providers.

Role Description The Paramedic Instructor role is a part-time, on-site position based in locations in Northern Virginia, Hampton, and Virginia Beach. The instructor is responsible for planning and delivering engaging didactic and skills-based paramedic coursework aligned with state and national EMS curriculum standards. Day-to-day activities include teaching classroom and lab sessions, demonstrating and supervising psychomotor skills, and providing constructive feedback to learners. The role also involves evaluating student performance through exams and skill assessments, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting learners’ test preparation for certification and licensure. The Paramedic Instructor collaborates with other faculty and program leadership to ensure course content remains current, clinically accurate, and compliant with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Paramedic certification/licensure (state and/or National Registry) and strong recent field experience in EMS.
• Demonstrated teaching, training, or precepting experience, preferably in EMS, allied health, or related adult education settings.
• Thorough knowledge of paramedic scope of practice, current clinical guidelines, and EMS protocols, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, practical instruction.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with diverse learners and colleagues in a team-based environment.
• Solid organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prepare materials, manage classroom activities, and maintain accurate records.
• Proficiency with basic educational technology, presentation tools, and learning management systems or willingness to learn.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in EMS, healthcare, education, or a related field is preferred.