Adjunct Faculty - Workforce CPR & First Aid Instructor

Title: Adjunct Faculty - Workforce CPR & First Aid Instructor

Agency: Mountain Empire Community Coll

Location: Wise - 195

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

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Job Description:

MECC is located in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, in the heart of the Appalachian mountains. The community features quality medical and education facilities and diverse retail and recreation opportunities, while offering low crime rates and a low cost of living. The region is progressive in its economic resources, focusing on the development of a new economy in advanced manufacturing, technology, and adventure tourism. In addition, the College recognizes and celebrates the region's extraordinary cultural heritage, hosting an annual festival highlighting Appalachian traditions which draws visitation of more than 20,000 annually.

Mountain Empire Community College is dedicated to providing high-quality, career-focused education that empowers individuals to achieve success. Our Workforce Solutions Division offers industry-relevant training to help students develop the skills needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced workforce. We are seeking dynamic and knowledgeable professionals to join our team as Adjunct Instructors for CPR and First Aid courses. This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about health and safety training and committed to making a real difference in students' lives.

MECC invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach CPR and First Aid courses in the Workforce Solutions Division. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and delivering classroom instruction, guiding students through critical lifesaving skills. This is an exciting opportunity for those with expertise in emergency response, healthcare, or safety training to share their knowledge and equip students with valuable, lifesaving skills.

• Has a thorough understanding of the varied backgrounds and experiences of student populations and the ability to create a sense of belonging, support, and engagement that considers and values all students in curriculum development and teaching.
• Teach both foundational and advanced life-saving techniques using a variety of instructional methods, including hands-on practice, demonstrations, and real-world scenarios.
• Foster a positive, supportive, and interactive learning environment that encourages student participation and confidence.
• Evaluate student performance through practical exams, written assessments, and participation in skills demonstrations, providing timely and constructive feedback.
• Plan and prepare course materials, including presentations, handouts, and supplemental resources, in alignment with the course objectives and certification standards.
• Provide guidance and support to students throughout the course, answering questions and assisting with skill practice to ensure mastery of the material.
• Stay current with the latest CPR and First Aid guidelines, emergency response techniques, and teaching best practices to ensure course content remains relevant and accurate.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Current AHA BLS Instructor Certification.
• Two years of experience teaching Basic Life Support and First Aid in a healthcare or academic environment.

• First responder or healthcare professional background.
• Ability to align coursework with the MECC training site requirements.