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EMT Lecturer

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$30 - $37/hr

CERT is seeking knowledgeable and engaging EMT Lecturers to deliver classroom instruction within our initial EMT certification programs. This position is specifically focused on presenting lecture ...

CERT

Emergency Medical Technician

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$25 - $42/hr

About CERT, LLC: CERT, LLC is a premier EMT training academy based in Northern Virginia, committed to developing highly competent, professional, and confident entry-level providers. Our programs are ...

EMT Lecturer

CERT

Fairfax, VA • On-site

$30 - $37/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

CERT is seeking knowledgeable and engaging EMT Lecturers to deliver classroom instruction within our initial EMT certification programs.
This position is specifically focused on presenting lecture-based curriculum. EMT Lecturers are responsible for helping students understand and apply foundational emergency medical concepts through clear explanations, practical examples, case discussions, and active classroom engagement.
This is not primarily a skills-lab or academy administration position. Lecturers will be assigned specific topics based on their education, professional experience, instructional strengths, and availability.
Responsibilities:
  • Deliver assigned EMT lectures using CERT-approved presentations, lesson plans, and instructional m
  • aterials.Present medical, trauma, operational, and patient-assessment concepts clearly and accurately.
  • Use field experience, case examples, and classroom discussion to reinforce course material.
  • Encourage student participation and maintain an engaging learning environment.
  • Answer student questions while remaining consistent with the approved curriculum and current standards of care.
  • Identify areas in which students may need additional clarification or remediation.
  • Communicate student concerns and instructional needs to the Academy Lead or Education Coordinator.
  • Arrive prepared and on time for all assigned lecture sessions.
  • Maintain a professional, respectful, and supportive classroom environment.
  • Participate in orientation, instructional review, and periodic classroom evaluations.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Current certification or licensure as an EMT, Advanced EMT, paramedic, registered nurse, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, physician, or another relevant healthcare professional.
  • Strong knowledge of emergency medicine and prehospital patient care.
  • Ability to explain complex medical concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
  • Strong public-speaking, communication, and classroom-management skills.
  • Dependable, professional, and comfortable presenting to groups of students.
  • Ability to follow an established curriculum and use standardized instructional materials.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Current or previous field experience in EMS, emergency medicine, nursing, fire and rescue, or another related clinical environment.
  • Previous teaching, lecturing, precepting, or public-speaking experience.
  • Current paramedic certification or other advanced clinical credential.
  • Experience teaching initial EMT education or EMS continuing-education courses.
  • Familiarity with the National EMS Education Standards and the National Registry EMT examination.

Prior formal teaching experience is preferred but is not required for applicants who demonstrate strong subject knowledge, communication skills, and the ability to engage a classroom.

Compensation:
EMT Lecturers are paid **$30–$37 per hour**, based on certification level, education, field experience, teaching experience, and demonstrated instructional ability.

About CERT
CERT provides initial EMT education and other emergency medical training programs in Northern Virginia. Our programs combine classroom instruction, hands-on skills development, realistic patient scenarios, and performance-based evaluation to prepare students for certification and entry into the EMS profession.

We are looking for lecturers who are knowledgeable, dependable, engaging, and genuinely interested in helping future EMTs succeed.