Emergency Medical Services

This position requires a strong commitment to teaching and student success 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

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

FA00710P

Open Date

12/22/2025

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide all documentation and submit application through jobs.morainevalley.edu prior to the review date for best consideration. Please do not use a third party site. This is a full-time tenure track faculty position. Base salary is commensurate with education and experience. Please apply online and attach all required documents including unofficial transcripts— Please ensure the transcript is not security coded or a large file as this may result in an error.


For questions:
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