Paramedic Instructor- Full-time Faculty - Readvertised

Maintain five office hours per week, including regular posted office hours, which are accessible to students.

Responsible for preparation time

Participate in faculty/division meetings; yearly program review; curricular planning, development, and implementation; student learning outcomes: data collection and writing action plans, program learning outcomes, development, assessment, and implementation; evaluation of educational programs; and college governance to advance the college's mission and strategic goals.

Participate in faculty professional development and continuing education activities that are designed to maintain and develop currency in the field, pedagogy (for traditional and online teaching and learning), and student support strategies, especially as they relate to student equity initiatives.

Maintain records of attendance, census, grades, etc.

Provide an environment conducive to effective learning.

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all employees and others encountered in the course of work.

Demonstrate a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Travel between District locations is also expected.

Performs other instructional-related duties as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Classroom Instruction

• Teach all assigned courses for the full duration of scheduled instruction.
• Ensure that each class session contains essential curricular components, has appropriate content and pedagogy, and maintains currency.
• Evaluate student progress and provide appropriate, timely feedback.
• Incorporate appropriate instructional technology to enhance student learning.
• Provide and/or facilitate quality experiences in laboratory and/or clinical settings to meet program needs.
• Maintain cleanliness of instructional areas and laboratories.
• Ensure the proper operation of classroom/lab equipment, reporting any malfunctions to the appropriate person(s).
• Recommend textbooks and other instructional materials, including classroom and laboratory equipment to Coordinator.
• Develop and distribute course syllabi according to established template providing appropriate information to students concerning course expectations and evaluation criteria.

Other Services to Students
• Maintain appropriate accessibility for students.
• Serve as educational advisor to assigned students by providing academic and employment planning.
• Assist in the recruitment and retention efforts of the College.
• Advocate and provide motivation for students.
• Communicate student needs to Director or Coordinator.

Administrative Expectations

• Prepare and submit instructional records, reports, grades, and all other required paperwork in a timely, efficient manner meeting all deadlines, checking for accuracy, correctness and completeness of all data.
  
  
• Exert an effort to remain current in discipline and instructional methods through professional development activities offered by the school and other opportunities including attendance at off-campus activities, webinars, etc., as feasible.
  
  
• Participate in program and curriculum review, offering suggestions concerning the improvement of curriculum in keeping with the mission and vision of the consortium.
  
  
• Serve on and actively contribute to school committees as needed and as appointed by the President.
  
  
• Participate in discipline, departmental, divisional, and institutional meetings and other announced co-curricular activities of the school.
  
  
• Maintain proper communication and supportive relationships at all times with all other units and branches of the school.
  
  
• Maintain posted office and on-campus hours sufficient to fulfill all contracted duties and individual professional obligations, as well as to meet the needs of the discipline, department, division, and school.
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Most current Minimum Qualifications for Faculty in California Community Colleges: (Applicant must meet one of the following requirements)
  

Any Bachelor’s or higher AND two years of professional experience, OR Any associate degree and six years of professional experience OR the equivalent.

• Antelope Valley College Equivalency: No Equivalency
  
  

AND

a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students (tit. 5 § 53024.1).
ADDITIONAL REQUIRRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three year’s EMS experience at the paramedic level of certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must have current valid, non-probationary California Paramedic License, MD, or RN license.
• NAEMSE Instructor I or similar 40hr education course that meets the requirements in the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Social Security, Division 9, Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical Services, Chapter 4, Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic, Article 3, 100150 (b), Teaching Staff, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• National Registry of EMTs (NRP).
• Two year’s post-secondary instructor experience.
• NAEMT Instructor (all disciplines, incl: EPC, GEMS, EVOS, PHTLs/ITLS, AMLS)
• AHA Instructor (all disciplines, incl: BLS, ACLS, PALS).

OTHER INFORMATION

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and/or database software
• Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; and
• District policies and procedures.

ABILITY TO:

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties; and
• Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and of staff and students with physical and learning disabilities.

PHYSICAL ABILITY TO:

• Read and comprehend printed matter and text and data on computer monitors
• Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email
• Sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Lift and/or carry 50 pounds
• Exert manual dexterity sufficient for keyboard and other office equipment operation.

APPLICATION PROCESS – PLEASE READ
This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:

• Application
• Current resume
• Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
• Certifications.
• Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s).
  • Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.
  • Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http://www.naces.org/ is acceptable.
• Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.

Your application and any required attachments must be submitted by August 21, 2026. Selected applicants will be invited to participate in an interview and skills test.

Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.

VISA

Please be advised that AVC:

• Does not sponsor employment visas,
• Does not participate in E-Verify, and
• Does not complete documentation related to STEM OPT or other F-1 visa programs.

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the People, Culture and Talent (Human Resources) department at (661) 722-6311.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.

AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu .

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District.

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Annual Security Report is provided by Antelope Valley College for prospective students and employees. A copy of this report is available at http://www.avc.edu/administration/police/