Instructor- Emergency Medical Care - #001514
Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC, United States
Instructor – Emergency Medical Care – #001514
Position Summary: This hybrid (or fully remote) teaching position is open to qualified candidates residing within the United States. The appointment is for a twelve‑month fixed term, with a primary teaching role in the Emergency Medical Care Program and the rank of Instructor, Associate Instructor, or Senior Instructor determined by qualifications and experience. Preferred start date is August 1, 2026, with consideration for January 1, 2027.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in the Emergency Medical Care curriculum.
Advising and mentoring undergraduate students in collaboration with the Advising Center.
Provide meaningful service to the university, profession, and community.
Develop and deliver course content and materials within the EMC program.
Maintain currency and contemporary expertise through continuing education and participation in professional organizations.
Work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and external partners within the College and the university.
Submit artifacts and data for program assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement.
Carry out other assignments as directed by the Program Director, Department Head, and Dean.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.
Evidence of teaching experience in the discipline.
Three‑year professional practice‑based experience in the field.
Evidence of service to the profession or community.
Current paramedic certification and eligibility for North Carolina certification as a paramedic and a paramedic instructor.
Additional credentials or certifications in healthcare specialties.
Evidence of online teaching experience.
Application Requirements
Letter of application.
Current CV.
List of a minimum of three professional references with complete contact information.
Description of your teaching philosophy.
Unofficial transcripts that show degree conferral dates for all degrees at the master’s level and higher; the transcript must state "Degree Awarded" or "Degree Conferred".
Copy of credentials and certifications (if applicable).
Background & E-Verify
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks; some vacancies may require credit or motor‑vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process may contact (828) 227‑7218 or email jobs@email.wcu.edu.
Other Information
Open until filled. Application materials must be submitted online.
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Position Summary: This hybrid (or fully remote) teaching position is open to qualified candidates residing within the United States. The appointment is for a twelve‑month fixed term, with a primary teaching role in the Emergency Medical Care Program and the rank of Instructor, Associate Instructor, or Senior Instructor determined by qualifications and experience. Preferred start date is August 1, 2026, with consideration for January 1, 2027.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in the Emergency Medical Care curriculum.
Advising and mentoring undergraduate students in collaboration with the Advising Center.
Provide meaningful service to the university, profession, and community.
Develop and deliver course content and materials within the EMC program.
Maintain currency and contemporary expertise through continuing education and participation in professional organizations.
Work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and external partners within the College and the university.
Submit artifacts and data for program assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement.
Carry out other assignments as directed by the Program Director, Department Head, and Dean.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline.
Evidence of teaching experience in the discipline.
Three‑year professional practice‑based experience in the field.
Evidence of service to the profession or community.
Current paramedic certification and eligibility for North Carolina certification as a paramedic and a paramedic instructor.
Additional credentials or certifications in healthcare specialties.
Evidence of online teaching experience.
Application Requirements
Letter of application.
Current CV.
List of a minimum of three professional references with complete contact information.
Description of your teaching philosophy.
Unofficial transcripts that show degree conferral dates for all degrees at the master’s level and higher; the transcript must state "Degree Awarded" or "Degree Conferred".
Copy of credentials and certifications (if applicable).
Background & E-Verify
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks; some vacancies may require credit or motor‑vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process may contact (828) 227‑7218 or email jobs@email.wcu.edu.
Other Information
Open until filled. Application materials must be submitted online.
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