East Central College·Williamsville, Illinois
The Instructor Support Specialist supervises students in the EMS lab, ensuring a safe environment while facilitating skill practice and case-based scenarios. Additional duties include setting up and maintaining simulation equipment, applying moulage, and assisting with course records.
September 20, 2026 Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM the evening before the posting closing date. Please note that the posting will close at midnight (12:00 AM) on the posting closing date.
Distinguished Features of the Class: The work involves serving as an EMT lab assistant. Duties will include supervising students in EMS lab while practicing skills, ensuring a safe environment for students while in the lab, and serving as a victim actor. Additional duties include setting up equipment and supplies for lab, putting away equipment and supplies afterward, restocking kits, and sanitizing manikins and equipment after use. The EMT Instructional Support Specialist works under the supervision of a lead Certified Instructor Coordinator. Typical Work Activities: Sets up supplies and equipment for lab. Operates simulation manikins, including logging in, connection to vital sign simulation monitor and feedback devices, and on-the-fly programming of simulation manikins. Applies moulage (fake wounds) for case-based scenarios training. Supervises students while in the lab to ensure a safe and inclusive environment. Assist the lead CIC with organization of course records. Reports equipment maintenance and repair needs to the lead Certified Instructor Coordinator or Department Chair. Sanitizes and puts away supplies and equipment after labs. Assists with simple routine maintenance of equipment and supplies such as removing and storing batteries to avoid corrosive damage of equipment and replacing lungs in CPR manikins. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Candidates must: Possess a high level of didactic knowledge and psychomotor skill competence at the Emergency Medical Technician-Basic level or higher. Be able to demonstrate awareness and sensitivity toward promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment. be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Knowledge and familiarity with EMS equipment and supplies at the EMT level. At least 2 years emergency medical services field experience. Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provider certification with the NYS Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. Candidates interested in advancing to adjunct instruct will be supported in attaining their credentials. With satisfactory job performance, individuals gaining further credentials will be prioritized for advancement when a position is available in the EMT department that they are now qualified for. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma with preference given to individuals who possess a college degree. New York State Certified Lab Instructor (CLI) credential is preferred. If hired, candidates who do not posses CLI credentials will be required to gain the CLI credential within 2 years or their hire date. American Heart Association CPR Instructor certification is preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Official transcripts will be required for successful candidates within 30 days of hire. Contact Human Resources at (716) 851-1840 with any questions. Our mission to offer quality education includes exposing our students to a diverse range of cultures, experiences and expertise. At SUNY Erie Community College, we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Notice of Non-Discrimination SUNY Erie Community College does not discriminate in admission, employment, or in the administration of any of its policies and programs on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, familial status, military status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristics protected by law. This applies to all students, applicants or other members of the College community (including, but not limited to, vendors and visitors). Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting the office listed below. Retaliation against a person who files a complaint, serves as a witness, or assists or participates in the investigation of a complaint in any manner is strictly prohibited. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College’s non-discrimination policies: Civil Rights Compliance Officer Legal Affairs Office North Campus 6205 Main Street Williamsville, NY 14221 legalaffairs@ecc.edu For further information on notice of non-discrimination, please contact: New York Office United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, 32 Old Slip 26th Floor, New York, N.Y., 10005-25010; Tel (646) 428-3800; Email: OCR.NewYork@ed.gov.
Candidates must possess at least 2 years of field experience and a current NYS EMT certification. A high school diploma is required, with a preference for those holding a college degree and a Certified Lab Instructor (CLI) credential.
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