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How much do ems paramedic instructor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for ems paramedic instructor in the United States is $61,927.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $68,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an EMS paramedic instructor?

An EMS Paramedic Instructor is a certified professional responsible for educating and training paramedic students. They teach courses on emergency medical procedures, patient assessment, and the use of life-saving equipment, ensuring students are prepared for real-world emergencies. Instructors often have extensive field experience as paramedics and must maintain current certifications. Their role includes both classroom instruction and hands-on skills training, as well as evaluating student performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an EMS paramedic instructor?

To thrive as an EMS Paramedic Instructor, you need advanced clinical expertise in emergency medical services, teaching experience, and typically a paramedic certification and instructor credential. Familiarity with simulation equipment, e-learning platforms, and standardized testing tools is essential for delivering effective training. Strong communication, leadership, and mentorship abilities help engage students and foster a supportive learning environment. These skills ensure high-quality education, competency development, and readiness of future paramedics to provide critical care in real-world emergencies.

What are some common challenges faced by EMS paramedic instructors, and how can new instructors prepare for them?

EMS Paramedic Instructors often encounter challenges such as adapting teaching methods to diverse learning styles, managing large and sometimes varied classes, and staying current with evolving medical protocols and technologies. To prepare, new instructors should focus on developing strong communication skills, seek mentorship from experienced educators, and participate in professional development opportunities. Additionally, being proactive in seeking feedback from students and peers can help refine teaching techniques and ensure effective knowledge transfer.

What is the difference between Ems Paramedic Instructor vs Ems Paramedic?

AspectEms Paramedic InstructorEms Paramedic
CertificationsParamedic license, instructor certification (e.g., ACLS, PALS)Paramedic license, advanced certifications
Work EnvironmentClassrooms, training labs, clinical settingsAmbulances, emergency scenes, hospitals
Primary RoleTeaching and training future paramedicsProviding emergency medical care in the field
Employer & IndustryTraining institutions, EMS agenciesEMS services, hospitals, ambulance companies

While both roles require paramedic licensure and advanced certifications, Ems Paramedic Instructors focus on education and training in classroom and clinical settings, whereas Ems Paramedics provide direct emergency care in the field. The roles complement each other within the EMS industry, with instructors preparing paramedics for real-world emergencies.

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Infographic showing various Ems Paramedic Instructor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,927 per year, or $29.8 per hour.

EMS Paramedic Educator

Lakewood, CO • On-site

CommonSpirit Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Develop, coordinate, and teach EMS courses and continuing education programs, ensuring curriculum compliance with state and national standards.

  • Facilitate practical field experiences, lead hands-on skills training, and conduct protocol reviews to improve prehospital care quality.

  • Enlist, supervise, and evaluate contract instructors, and manage educational resources and equipment.


CommonSpirit Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 547 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.


As our Educator EMS Paramedic, you will be responsible for the development, coordination, and teaching of EMS courses and continuing education programs. You will ensure that all curriculum meets established state and national Department of Transportation standards.

Every day, you will incorporate adult learning principles to provide both formal and informal classroom lectures. Additionally, you will facilitate practical field experiences, lead hands-on skills training, and conduct protocol reviews to enhance the quality of prehospital care.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a commitment to clinical excellence and instructional efficacy. You will be expected to foster an engaging learning environment that prepares students to perform at the highest levels of the EMS field.

  • Research, develop, coordinate, and conduct innovative EMS training programs using adult learning principles. Present didactic and practical skills material in formal and informal settings, ensuring all content remains evidence-based and aligned with current quality indicators.

  • Enlist, supervise, and evaluate contract instructors while providing them with necessary preparation materials. Coordinate all required educational equipment, supplies, and audiovisual technology, ensuring all resources are operational and effectively utilized.

  • Collect, synthesize, and analyze performance data to drive system-wide improvements. Incorporate continuous quality improvement (CQI) principles to monitor prehospital activities—retrospectively, concurrently, and prospectively—and implement necessary changes to enhance patient care.

  • Assist in the development of annual course schedules and clinical rotations. Maintain accurate training records, including remediation sessions, attendance, and instructor evaluations, while reviewing and updating department policies to ensure program validity.

  • Serve as a primary liaison between EMS agencies and hospital service lines. Mediate interdisciplinary interactions to foster collaboration, reconcile potential conflicts, and educate personnel on shared responsibilities to ensure the best patient outcomes.

  • Act as a knowledgeable and reliable resource for EMS topics at local, state, and national levels. Provide timely customer service follow-ups, perform professional investigations, and assist the EMS Director with physician assessments and strategic educational initiatives.


Required 

  • High School Diploma/G.E.D.
  • Three (3) years of experience in emergency medical services (EMS), preferably both in field (ambulance and/or fire agency) and in hospital; preferably familiar and connected to Colorado EMS

  • Two years of experience in developing educational programs and instructing students by using adult learning principles and instructional methodologies
  • Knowledge and experience in computer instructional technology and Microsoft Office Professional software
  • Knowledge and experience in medical/trauma terminology, disease conditions, pharmacology, treatment modalities, therapeutic testing and interventions
  • Colorado State Paramedic Certification or National Registry Paramedic Certification (with eligibility for reciprocity)
  • Colorado State Assistant Instructor Course, Colorado State Primary Instructor Course and Course Administration upon hire or within one year of hire/transfer
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

    • Basic Life Support Instructor Certification upon hire or within one (1) year of hire/transfer
  • Advanced Life Support (ACLS) Certification
    • Advanced Life Support Instructor Certification upon hire or within six (6) months of hire/transfer
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
    • Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor Certification upon hire or within six (6) months hire/transfer
  • *If at the time of hire/transfer date candidate has BLS, ACLS, PALS Instructor Certifications then the basic BLS, ACLS and PALS Certifications are not required*

Preferred

  • Degree in Health-Related or Teaching-Related Field or equivalent education and experience considered

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