State of Georgia

Savannah Technical College is seeking a part-time/adjunct instructor for the Paramedic/EMT program. The instructor will provide theory and practical instruction to a level sufficient for students to develop the skills necessary to become employed in their chosen profession. This position will have teaching duties at the Savannah and Hinesville campuses, and may require regular travel between Savannah Technical College campus locations. Duties include a flexible schedule of lecture, student advisement and registration, which may involve split teaching shifts. This position requires the supervision of students during patient care.

Only on-campus opportunities are available at this time.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Under general supervision demonstrates the use of appropriate teaching techniques, testing, and grading procedures, to include proper maintenance of grade books and any other appropriate record keeping required. 
• Must demonstrate knowledge of current procedures in the Paramedic/EMT field and demonstrate the effective use of oral and written communication skills.
• Follows approved course syllabus. 
• Monitors students’ use of supplies, materials, and equipment, and ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area. 
• Advises and counsels students and maintains appropriate advisement records on each student. 
• Attends meetings as required and appropriate. 
• Maintains current knowledge of trends and developments in the field by attending staff development training, workshops, seminars and conferences.
• Maintains qualifications for employment as described by the Technical College System of Georgia Policy Manual. 
• Follows rules and regulations as described by the Technical College System of Georgia and other policies and procedures established by Savannah Technical College. 
• Will teach both didactic, psychomotor and clinical courses as assigned and perform other assignments required by accreditation. 

Qualifications

• Must be currently certified as a Georgia AEMT or Paramedic.
• Must be currently certified as a Licensed Georgia Level II (Level III preferred) EMS Instructor.
• Must have two (2) years’ work experience within the last three (3) years as an AEMT or Paramedic and/or teaching. Previous teaching experience preferred.
• Current certification as an American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support Instructor preferred but not required.
• ACLS/PALS and PHTLS instructor certification preferred but not required.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and required insurability.
• Must possess skill in oral and written communication.
• Must possess basic computer skills to include, but not limited to, word; excel; power point; and email.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills.
• Must possess excellent customer service skills to deal professionally with Savannah Tech employees, students, and visitors.

Physical Demands – Health Sciences – job requires classroom, laboratory and clinical responsibilities:

Teaching responsibilities are typically performed in a classroom/lab environment with the employee intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling for three (3) – four (4) continuous hours at a time. The employee frequently lifts/carries objects that weigh 10lbs. or less. Clinical responsibilities are typically performed in a hospital, long term care facility, or other medical facilities, and require that the employee stand or walk for seven (7) – eight (8) hours; bend, twist, push/and or pull for three (3) – four (4) hours; and occasionally lift 50lbs. to 75 lbs. per rotation. The exposure to infectious diseases, gas, or fumes is possible during clinical rotations. 

Salary/Benefits

Salary is commensurate with education and work experience. 

Application Deadline

Position considered open until filled. Candidates must pass a criminal background check. Applicants must submit an electronic application through Team Georgia Careers, and attach cover letter and resume (incomplete submissions will not be considered). Please include your annual salary for each position held.

POSITION CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AND ALLOCATION OF POSITION.

Note: No phone inquiries please. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to personally contact each applicant. If we are interested in scheduling an interview, a representative from our college will contact you.

All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. Savannah Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Invitation to Self-Identify For compliance activities, contact Melissa Banks, Title IX and Equity Coordinator, Room A110 or (912) 443-3388, mbanks@savannahtech.edu. Send written correspondence to Savannah Technical College, Attn: Melissa Banks, 5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31405. STC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Candidates may be required to submit a valid Driver’s License, proof of insurability, and/or a driver’s history report for positions involving state travel.

Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned

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