TBR | The College System of Tennessee

This is a full-time, academic year position reporting to the Dean of Health Sciences and assumes EMS programmatic instructional activities at the Dyersburg Campus and/or the Jimmy Naifeh Center in Covington. Duties include working with the Director of EMS and EMS Clinical Coordinator for coordination of student classroom and clinical field experiences.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To devote an equivalent of 37.5 hours of work per week.
• Responsible for 30 credit hours of Teaching Load Equivalency (TLE) per academic year. 
• Create a positive environment for learning.
• Develop, evaluate and revise relevant curriculum in cooperation with colleagues; assist in the selection materials for teaching classroom, lab and clinical activities.
• Assist in preparation of schedules and in selection of electronic course materials.
• Attend division, faculty, committee, and other institutional meetings to meet the needs of students and program management as well the welfare and support of the college.
• Provide delivery of didactic material, demonstration of psychomotor skills and verification of assessment skill proficiency in the EMS Program.
• Collaborate with EMS teaching teams and assist with setting up practice labs.
• Assist with the recruitment, registration, advisement, retention and job placement of EMS students.
• Maintain lab equipment and supplies necessary for demonstration.
• Submit requests to Dean of Health Sciences and /or Director of EMS for needed lecture and lab equipment and supplies.
• Maintain inventory of equipment, videos, software and supplies; provide an inventory to the Director of EMS at the beginning of each academic year and as needed thereafter.
• Teach a range of ages from Dual Enrollment high school students to nontraditional, returning adults.
• Recruit students from area high schools and from the community to make DSCC’s program viable and competitive.  Propose changes to schedules to reflect student and community needs.
• Flexible to teach evenings/weekends and/or off-campus courses as needed (requires the use of personal vehicle).
• Practice a learning-centered educational philosophy and redesign courses to include research-based learning strategies including service learning opportunities, learning communities, critical thinking skills, co-operative learning, and reading across the curriculum.
• Develop web-enhanced courses for delivery in technology-enhanced classrooms/labs (such as Zoom rooms), online or in a hybrid mode. EMS courses are not online; however, certain terminology and topics can be covered in online lecture videos that students can view prior to coming to class/lab.
• Become certified in and fully use the course management system for all classes.
• Work with colleagues to assess the effectiveness of courses, analyze the results, develop and implement improvement plans, and document this information each semester in the form prescribed by DSCC.
• Participate in professional development which includes a required review of effective teaching practices and maintain membership in an appropriate regional, state and/or national organization related to teaching at DSCC.
• Participate in commencement activities.
• Assist with the identification, interviewing, selecting and mentoring of adjunct instructors.
• Willingness to acquire software certifications as needed.
• Actively communicate with colleagues and students using email, voice mail, text and other electronic means. Normally, responses are expected in no more than 48 hours.
• Be trained and certified as a Master Advisor.
• Assist with grant writing.
• Participate in Advisory Committee meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Work involves light exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of heavy objects or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate well in oral and written English.
• Commitment to teaching and providing quality education for students.
• Qualities of integrity, initiative, and good judgment with high ethical standards.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with individuals and/or groups.
• Demonstrates the ability to work and communicate effectively with both groups and individuals in a variety of situations and settings.
• Associate Degree from an accredited college/university.
• Current licensure as an EMT-Paramedic in the State of Tennessee and in good standing without history of revocation, denial or suspension. 
• Current endorsement as a Board-approved trauma, cardiac, and pediatric provider.
• Must have completed an EMS board-approved Instructor Coordinator course.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed emergency care experience of three to five (3-5) years practice.
• Minimum of one to two (1-2) years teaching experience in an EMS Program.

Bachelor degree minimum pay is $42,087 annually with additional experience pay increases to a maximum of $50,500.

Dyersburg State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 14 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
• State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for this position applicant must submit an application, a resume, cover letter, and transcripts if applicable.   Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process; but official transcripts are required upon hire. You also must provide the contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references.

Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire. 

Dyersburg State Community College is a TBR and AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities.