Description

Position Information

Job Title

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Instructor (Full-time, tenure track faculty)

Classification Title

Position Type

Faculty

Department

Career Programs

Work Location

Main Campus

Duties

This position requires a strong commitment to teaching and diversity while incorporating technology and innovation in the delivery of instruction. The ability to infuse new approaches into the teaching/learning process is essential. Candidates must be able to work actively and collegially.

The responsibilities of an EMS Instructor are to provide hands-on and classroom instruction in paramedic or EMT course(s) and/or assisting in coordination of the didactic, lab, clinical and/or field internship instruction. Duties include various faculty responsibilities; it is preferred that the role will serve as program coordinator.

Education/Experience

• Minimum of an Associate's degree in nursing, health sciences or related field or higher; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum four (4) years of full-time paramedic experience required (equating a minimum of 2000 hours professional work experience)
• Teaching experience required.
• IDPH Licensure as Paramedic or Leader Instructor required.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will maintain the highest standards for classroom instruction. Applies innovative teaching methods and demonstrates ability to work with students at all skill levels. Teaching duties will consist of preparing, instructing, and evaluating courses; seeking continuous improvement in teaching methodology and student-centered learning.

Position Status

Full Time

Hours

Hours to be determined

Salary/Wage

$58,623-$71,670 (Base Load is 15 ECH)

Hourly/Salary

Salaried

Benefits


Full-Time Faculty
Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Life insurance, Optional life
• Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• MVCC Tuition waivers
• SURS Retirement plan
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Personal days
• Bereavement days
• Tax-sheltered annuity plans

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Review of Applications Begins

01/20/2026