This position is a full-time tenure track, 10-month classroom teaching assignment in the Health & Safety Sciences Division. Paramedic Instructor reports directly to the Director of Emergency Medical Services Programs. The Paramedic Lead Instructor provides quality learning experiences, facilitates the learning process, advises students, seeks professional development opportunities, and contributes to the development of courses/programs. The current teaching load is 15 lecture hour equivalents per semester. Faculty are also responsible for 5 office hours per week and are expected to devote as much time as necessary to perform the professional responsibilities of the position. Participation in professional activities, curriculum development and campus committees is expected. The teaching assignment may include courses offered in either onsite, online and/or hybrid format, evening and/or Saturday classes.
- 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.
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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.
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Current CPR certification.
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Must have current valid, non-probationary California Paramedic License, MD, or RN license.
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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.
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National Registry of EMTs (NRP).
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Two year’s post-secondary instructor experience.
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NAEMT Instructor (all disciplines, incl: EPC, GEMS, EVOS, PHTLs/ITLS, AMLS)
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AHA Instructor (all disciplines, incl: BLS, ACLS, PALS).
KNOWLEDGE OF:
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Current technologies, personal computer, and associated office software such as word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and/or database software
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Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; and
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District policies and procedures.
ABILITY TO:-
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties; and
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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
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Communicate intelligibly and effectively via speech, telephone, written correspondence, and/or email
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Sit or stand for extended periods of time
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Lift and/or carry 50 pounds
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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:
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Application
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Current resume
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Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
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Certifications.
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Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s).
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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.
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Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http://www.naces.org/ is acceptable.
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Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
Your application and any required attachments must be submitted by July 19, 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:
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Does not sponsor employment visas,
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Does not participate in E-Verify, and
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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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