TEMPORARY - EMS Instructor

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Primary Purpose:

Responsible for delivering AHA Courses including CPR, First-Aid, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Life Support.

Job Category: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range:  Commensurate with experience

Pay Basis:  Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding? No  

Essential Job Functions: 

1. Conducts American Heart Association Courses including CPR, First-Aid, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Life Support in classroom setting for both individuals and groups.
2. Trains participants on effective responses to emergency scenarios and delivering essential life support.
3. Executes correct procedures for administering life support procedures/techniques according to AHA standards.
4. Implements diverse teaching strategies to captivate participants and optimize learning outcomes.
5. Provides constructive feedback and assessments to monitor participant advancement and ensure understanding.
6. Maintains a secure and structured classroom setting for optimal learning experiences.

Job Requirements: 1. The type of shift varies based on the requirements of teaching assignments.
Weekend/evening teaching may be required.

2. May require travel to off-site locations to accommodate customer/client training needs.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 1. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with diverse students.
2. Proficiency in the use of audio-visual equipment
3. Establishment of a supportive and conducive learning environment.
4. Exemplification of professional conduct as a role model.
5. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Required Certifications/Licensures: 1. Current AHA Instructor certification.
2. Current AHA Provider certification.

Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Major (if required: 

Required Experience: Demonstrated recent expertise and familiarity with life support modalities.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Classroom teaching experience delivering life support courses.

Is this a safety sensitive position? No  

Background Screening Required?  No  

Pre-Employment Conditions: 

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.