PT Associate Faculty - EMT/Paramedicine

PT Associate Faculty - EMT/Paramedicine

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Sierra Vista-Downtown Center, AZ

Job Type

Part-time

Job Number

2602259

Division

PT--Academics

Departments

PT--Academics - Nursing Allied Health

Opening Date

09/21/2026

FLSA

Exempt

Remote Work Eligible

No

Pay Grade

Associate Faculty Schedule

Duration/Parameters

Per credit per semester, as needed

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

Position Summary: Associate Faculty provides an invaluable service to the College and our students by providing experience of their profession in our classrooms, laboratories, and studios. Instruction is provided via multiple mediums, including face-to-face courses and blended learning throughout Cochise County and our entire services area.

Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.

Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time.

Compensation: $925 per equated credit unit

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:

Teaches assigned courses to enrolled students and manages a diverse population of students in a classroom, laboratory, or in an online environment

Develops, prepares and implements lesson plans; conducts pre- and post-assessment of students; evaluates, assesses and plans for students educational and social needs

Collaborates with other faculty and staff in assessment of teaching strategies and the effectiveness of the instructional program to help promote a culture of continuous improvement

Maintains student records, statistics, and/or other pertinent information as required by the college and the department

Resolves issues relevant to area of responsibility and scope of authority, referring more difficult or complex problems to the appropriate Department Chair, Dean, or other College official

Performs other related duties as assigned

General Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.

Education and Experience; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Education and Experience Requirements:

Certified EMT/Paramedic

Certified Fire Instructor I or 24 hours of Instructional Methodology (EDU 280) or Bachelors or Masters Degree in Education or a related discipline from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures

Knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications

Knowledge of research-based adult learning principles

Knowledge of trends, developments, and new technologies affecting education

Knowledge of developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum and instructional approaches

Skill in using authentic assessment to evaluate students needs and progress

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner

Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations

Ability to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail

Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment

Ability to analyze problems, identifies solutions, and takes appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work Environment: Work is primarily performed under limited supervision. Incumbent generally performs work in a typical classroom, laboratory, office or online setting, with appropriate climate controls. Evening or weekend work may be required

Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met

Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem solving skills are important

Reports to: Director of Emergency Medical Services

Part time and student positions are not benefit eligible

Employer Cochise College

Address 901 N Colombo Ave

Sierra Vista, Arizona, 85635

Phone 520-515-3623

520-515-5464

Website https://www.cochise.edu