EMS Instructor & Student Support Specialist

SUMMARY

We are seeking an EMS Instructor & Student Support Specialist to support our innovative EMS education model. Our program combines online asynchronous didactic coursework with in-person hands-on skills weeks held at our training center. This full-time, in-person role blends direct instruction during skills weeks with ongoing online administrative oversight and student support between sessions. The ideal candidate is highly organized, student-centered, and experienced in EMS instruction and academic operations.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES   

This is not an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities.  Projects/duties may be added as needed to support the training mission. 

Administrative & Student Support

·         Supervise the onboarding and registration process for new students, including application review, documentation collection, and orientation coordination.

• Serve as an accessible resource to students as they complete their asynchronous hybrid lectures.

• Act as a primary point of contact for students progressing through online coursework, providing guidance and academic support.


• Monitor student engagement in the LMS and follow up with those needing assistance or intervention.


• Coordinate and track clinical onboarding requirements (e.g., immunizations, background checks, compliance uploads).


• Maintain accurate and timely student records for compliance and accreditation purposes.


• Communicate regularly with students, instructors, and staff to ensure alignment on program timelines and expectations.

EMS Instruction

• Deliver in-person instruction for EMT and AEMT classes in alignment with national standards and local protocols.


• Lead and supervise skills labs, scenario-based training, and simulation exercises.


• Prepare and evaluate quizzes, exams, and practical skills assessments.


• Provide regular feedback and coaching to students on clinical and cognitive performance.


• Assist with curriculum development and implementation under the direction of the Medical Training Program Manager.

 AUTHORITY   

• This role has no direct reports 

ACCOUNTABILITY  

• Ensure the role’s responsibilities are met within the standards of the company guidelines 

SUPPLEMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Completes any other duties and /or projects assigned by the supervisor. 

• Other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Education 

• Current certification/licensure as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) or Paramedic.


• EMS Instructor certification (Southern Nevada Health District).

Experience

• Field experience in emergency medical services.


• Prior teaching or precepting experience in EMS education preferred.

Specific Characteristics

·         Strong verbal communication, classroom management, and interpersonal skills.

·         Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with the ability to adapt to new processes and priorities as the program grows.

·         Experience working in a post-secondary or vocational EMS education setting.

·         Familiarity with clinical documentation and student tracking systems.

·         Demonstrated commitment to student development, coaching, and success.

DEMANDS 

Time and Availability 

• This is a full-time position with an expectation of 40 hours each week  

• Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as production schedule demands 

Travel 

• Up to 25% travel may be required 

Physical 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a typical office employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Ability to lift 25 pounds on an infrequent basis 

• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, lifting, and reaching 

Environment 

• Must be able to work in a moderate industrial noise level environment up to 80 dB (not needed on a consistent basis but will need occasionally) 

• Must be able to work in a non-smoking facility 

DISCLAIMER  

AAP/EEO Statement 
NAR Training, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.  Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics.  Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.