<p>Job Description:</p> <p>Emergency Medical Services Adjunct Faculty members provide instruction for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) educational offerings and participate in program planning, implementation, and evaluation. The position requires:</p> <ul> <li>use or creation of lesson plans and evaluation tools based on curriculum learning objectives, </li><li>establishment of effective learning environments for adult learners, </li><li>delivery of both didactic and laboratory instruction, </li><li>planning and coordination of training and educational activities, and </li><li>interpretation of and response to the needs of the EMS community. </li></ul> <p>Adjunct faculty are expected to adhere to the guidelines and provisions contained in the Adjunct Faculty Guide published annually by the School of Continuing Studies.</p> <p>Requirements:</p> <p>A Master's degree from an accredited institution is required as well as previous teaching experience such as EMS instructor courses, teaching internship, or equivalent. At least 5 years must be directly related EMS experience. Current EMS or healthcare licensure is required at or above the EMT level of instruction.</p> <p>Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of EMS theory, practice, and trends; </li><li>Knowledge of current EMS curricular content and education standards; </li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and customer service orientation; </li><li>Ability to adapt EMS curricula to reflect State requirements, local needs, and national trends; </li><li>Knowledge of the delivery of emergency medical services; </li><li>Knowledge of adult learning theory and methodologies; </li><li>Demonstrated teaching and educational facilitation skills; </li><li>Knowledge of competency-based education principles and methods; </li><li>Ability to assess student performance and progress as well as provide appropriate feedback; </li><li>Ability to promote higher-order thinking and problem-solving among educational participants; </li><li>Ability to adhere to established standards for educational quality; </li><li>Ability to maintain complete and accurate educational records; </li><li>Knowledge of EMS educational program accreditation processes and standards. </li></ul> <p>At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.</p> <p>Additional Information:</p> <p>Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and com-mitted to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.</p> <p>RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: jstanley@rwu.edu</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references. In your cover letter/letter of interest, in addition to listing how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position, please include information about how you would be able to contribute to RWU's diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.</p> <p>Department:</p> <p>Academic Programs, UC</p>