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Superior Air-Ground Ambulance

EMS Lead Instructor

Elmhurst, IL · On-site

$30 - $38/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

ACLS/PALS Certification * BTLS/PHTLS Certification * HAZMAT Awareness Certification * PEPP Certification * GEMS Certification * Superior Employee Benefits: * Competitive Compensation * Health/Dental ...

Medical Express Ambulance Service

EMS Educator

Skokie, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Mentor students, proctors, and other instructors * Adhere to the course syllabus * Instruct additional courses as needed (American Heart CPR, ACLS, PALS, or NAEMT course offerings) * Demonstrate the ...

Methodist Hospitals

COORDINATOR-EMS

Gary, IN · On-site

Certified ACLS/PALS/CPR Instructor required. * Licensed Paramedic in the State of Indiana required. * National Registry Paramedic preferred. * Certified Primary Instructor preferred. EDUCATION * A ...

Methodist Hospitals

COORDINATOR-EMS

Gary, IN · On-site

Certified ACLS/PALS/CPR Instructor required. * Licensed Paramedic in the State of Indiana required. * National Registry Paramedic preferred. * Certified Primary Instructor preferred. EDUCATION * A ...

Methodist Hospitals

COORDINATOR-EMS

Gary, IN · On-site

Certified ACLS/PALS/CPR Instructor required. * Licensed Paramedic in the State of Indiana required. * National Registry Paramedic preferred. * Certified Primary Instructor preferred. EDUCATION * A ...

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How much do acls instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for acls instructor in Chicago, IL is $21.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an ACLS instructor?

An ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) Instructor is a certified professional who teaches healthcare providers advanced life support techniques, including CPR, airway management, and emergency cardiovascular care. They follow guidelines set by organizations like the American Heart Association (AHA) to conduct training courses and certify students. Their role includes demonstrating life-saving procedures, evaluating student performance, and ensuring they meet ACLS certification requirements.

What are the typical responsibilities of an ACLS instructor during a training session?

As an ACLS Instructor, your primary responsibilities during a training session include presenting curriculum material, leading hands-on practice using simulation equipment, and evaluating participants' skills and knowledge in accordance with certification guidelines. You'll facilitate group exercises, answer clinical questions, and ensure all learners understand protocols and best practices for advanced cardiac care. Additionally, you may provide feedback and tailored coaching to participants and handle administrative tasks such as managing class rosters and issuing certification cards. This role often requires collaboration with other instructors and coordination with training site staff to provide a seamless learning experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the ACLS instructor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an ACLS Instructor, you need advanced knowledge of cardiac life support procedures, professional medical experience, and current ACLS Instructor certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or an equivalent body. Familiarity with training equipment such as manikins, simulation software, and digital learning platforms is essential. Strong communication, leadership, and the ability to provide clear, constructive feedback are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure that instructors can deliver engaging, hands-on training sessions that meet standards and prepare healthcare providers to respond effectively in critical situations.

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Infographic showing various Acls Instructor job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,727 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

EMS Educator Full-time Days

Central DuPage Hospital

Winfield, IL

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Description

The EMS Educator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

  • Develops and provides services related to orientation, continuing education, and assessment of clinical staff.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborates with managers and staff to assess the learning needs and competencies of staff.
  • Designs, delivers, and assesses learning activities and curriculums related to clinical competencies, departmental/organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and the use of clinical information technologies.
  • Serves as a consultant/mentor for staff in areas of program development, clinical practice, and professional development.
  • Participates in the development, coordination, and delivery of new staff orientation and education activities.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing or Paramedic program.
  • Current RN licensure or EMP-T license
  • Five years of critical care experience and one year of teaching experience
  • Two years in course coordination
  • CPR-Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • CPR-Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • CPR-Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • IDPH Lead Instructor within one year of hire

Preferred:

  • More than five years of critical care experience and more than one year of teaching experience
  • More than four years in course coordination
  • Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree
  • Current IDPH Instructor
  • ACLS Instructor
  • Certified BLST
  • Certified PALSI

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.  Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. 

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family. 

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing or Paramedic program.
  • Current RN licensure or EMP-T license
  • Five years of critical care experience and one year of teaching experience
  • Two years in course coordination
  • CPR-Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • CPR-Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • CPR-Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • IDPH Lead Instructor within one year of hire

Preferred:

  • More than five years of critical care experience and more than one year of teaching experience
  • More than four years in course coordination
  • Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree
  • Current IDPH Instructor
  • ACLS Instructor
  • Certified BLST
  • Certified PALSI
Education:Licensed/Cert Non-Patient CareEmployment Type: Full-time

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