Paramedic Instructor Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title
EMS Instructional Assistant
Role Title
Trainer Instructor II
Role Code
29112-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
Position Number
278W0000
Agency
Rappahannock Community College
Division
Rappahannock Community College (Div)
Work Location
Gloucester - 073
Hiring Range
EMT: $30/hr. AEMT, EMT-Intermediate & Paramedic: $32/hr.
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
2-Professionals
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Varies. This position requires an on-campus presence at either the Glenns or Warsaw campuses, the New Kent or Kilmarnock off-site locations, or agencies within the service region.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Rappahannock Community College (RCC), founded in 1970, provides high-quality educational and training opportunities throughout a 12-county service region an hour east of Richmond on the beautiful western shore of the Chesapeake Bay with access to fresh local seafood and water activities. RCC delivers accessible and affordable educational opportunities, including for-credit transfer and career technical programs, robust distance education coursework, quality dual enrollment courses, and award-winning workforce training and credentialing programs. RCC's annualized enrollment of 3,700 credit students in 2024-2025 and almost 800 workforce and community development students are supported by almost 140 full-time employees and over 200 part-time/adjunct employees across two main campuses and four satellite sites.
Are you someone who wants to help students achieve their educational and professional dreams?
RCC seeks applicants for EMS Instructional Assistants for all certification levels. The EMS instructional assistant serves as a supplemental instructor in the classroom and lab setting. This position is responsible for coordinating with the instructor and/or EMS Program Head for delivery and evaluation of required practical skills in the laboratory classroom setting, assisting with setup and breakdown of equipment and supplies, and observing, evaluating, and documenting student performance on the skills covered in a particular lesson. This position requires an on-campus presence at either the Glenns or Warsaw campuses, the New Kent or Kilmarnock off-site locations, or agencies within the service region.
The Instructional Assistant reports to the EMS Program Head and to the Dean of Health Sciences. This is a part time hourly position for up to 29 hours per week with no benefits. Day, evening and weekend teaching options may be available to accommodate the faculty's schedule. RCC is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable environment where student and faculty success is promoted.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
EMT Instructional Assistant: Virginia and/or National Registry Advanced Emergency Medical Technician designation or higher with an unencumbered license to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and significant experience as a provider in a high call volume agency or equivalent experience in other agencies. Demonstrated competency in BLS and/or ALS knowledge, psychomotor skills, and affective domain evaluation.
AEMT/Paramedic Instructional Assistant: Virginia and/or National Registry Paramedic designation with an unencumbered license to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia, American Heart Association CPR for Health Care Providers certification, and significant experience as an ALS provider in a high call volume agency or the equivalent experience in other agencies. Demonstrated competency in ALS knowledge, psychomotor skills, and affective domain evaluation.
Additional Considerations
Teaching experience in an approved EMS program(s) and/or teaching experience at the community college level. Associate or bachelor's degree in EMS or equivalent fields, VEMSES and/or NEMSES instructor designation or eligibility, and Instructor in certification courses such as ACLS, ITLS, PHTLS, PEPP, PALS, AMLS, etc. with experience teaching in programs.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
May be required between campuses and sites within the service region.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
WGE_2935P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
Multiple
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
01/05/2026
Job Close Date
12/31/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
www.rappahannock.edu
Contact Name
Email
jobs@rappahannock.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
A FULLY completed VCCS online employment application, resume, and cover letter describing qualifications are required. Copies of any licenses and certifications required by this position must also be included. Resumes will not substitute for a completed state application. Applications will only be accepted online through the VCCS application system. This is a continuous recruitment and applications are accepted until position is filled.
Rappahannock Community College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment and education opportunity. No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law. Lack of English skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation. For more information about the employment application process, contact jobs@rappahannock.edu.
Rappahannock Community College is an open-entry institution offering career and technical education (CTE) programs in the following areas of study (list general CTE categories, such as health sciences; construction; engineering; law enforcement, culinary arts, etc.) Due to high demand, some CTE programs offer admission based on selective criteria through a separate application process that is non-discriminatory. These programs are: (Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic I & II, Practical Nursing, Nurse Aide, Nursing, and Pre-Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Career Studies Certificate, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography: Echocardiography Specialization, AAS). For more information about the application process, please contact the admissions office at 804-758-6740.
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Additional Information
Satisfactory references, background check, and a drug screening are conditions of employment.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/91799