Maricopa Community Colleges
EMT Faculty
Location: Glendale Community College (Maricopa Community Colleges)
Full-Time, Regular; Work Calendar: 9 months; Salary Range: $51,774 - $99,673 annually, DOE
Maricopa Community Colleges 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators live out our vision— creating excellence in education for a better world.
We focus on people—not profits.
Benefits
Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
20 Paid Observed Holidays
Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
Annual Professional Development Funding
Flexible Work Schedules
Employee Health & Wellness Programs
District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings
Pre-Retirement Planning Events
Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)
Job Summary Teach courses in emergency medical services (EMS), such as introductory EMT & paramedic programs, in classroom, laboratory and clinical settings. For example, programs like the EMT Certificate of Competency prepare students to handle emergency care, stabilization, patient assessment, and prepare for the national registry. Guide, mentor, and assess students in both theoretical knowledge and practical skill competency—this may include lab simulation, real-world EMT scenarios, skills testing, and clinical/field placements. Participate in departmental and college service obligations: faculty meetings, committee work, student advising, continuing education, outreach, etc.
Essential Functions
Instructing and supervising a diverse population of students using active-learning, student-centered teaching strategies.
Planning, developing, and implementing curriculum and instruction for EMT/paramedicine courses including classroom, laboratory and clinical/field settings (for relevant faculty positions).
Evaluating student performance through assignments, exams, simulations, practicum/skills labs, and clinical field work; providing feedback and remediation as needed.
Maintaining and demonstrating currency in the field of emergency medical services (EMS) and teaching practice, including compliance with state and national EMS education standards.
Collaborating with program director, advisory boards, clinical partners (ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals) to secure internships/clinical placements and ensure the program meets accreditation or certification requirements.
Ensuring that equipment, simulation lab, supplies, and instructional resources relevant to EMT/paramedic training are functional, up-to-date, and safe for student use.
Promoting and supporting student success, retention, and outcomes (for example, certification pass-rates, job placement) and participating in program assessment and continuous improvement efforts.
Advising and mentoring students regarding their educational and career goals in EMS, including helping them navigate certification/licensing processes.
Engaging in college service including committee work, professional development, outreach, and staying current with changes in EMS protocols, standards, and technology.
Ensuring safety in all instructional settings—for students, patients (in clinical/field), and staff—and adhering to college and program safety, liability, and regulatory policies.
Adapting instruction to a variety of delivery modes (in-person, hybrid, online) and to all student populations with different learning needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of occupational experience in the field to be taught OR
Three years of occupational experience in the field to be taught and a Bachelor’s degree or higher OR
A Master’s degree or higher in the teaching field
Desired Qualifications
Current National Registry Paramedic certification
Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited University
Completed an Instructors Strategies Course
Prior EMS teaching experience at an institution of higher learning
Additional Instructor Certifications to include: BLS, ACLS, PALS, ITLS, AMLS, PEPP.
Experience with AZDHS Emergency Medical Services Trauma System rules and regulations as demonstrated on the resume
Special Working Conditions
Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate’s own expense
Will be required to travel or be assigned to all MCCCD locations
May require numerous evenings or weekends
May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen
May be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs
How to Apply Applicants are required to submit unofficial transcripts, resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.
If you qualify based solely on the five (5) years of work experience in the field to be taught, unofficial transcripts will not be required.
MCCCD accepts unofficial transcripts for U.S. schools at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are submitted as an attachment to the application. Transcripts from non U.S. institutions must be translated and evaluated and provided with application material.
Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.
Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.
Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or Part-Time;
Part-Time employment to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load)
Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.
Posting Close Date Apply on or before Monday, February 2, 2026 to be considered.
EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."
The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.
The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.
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Full-Time, Regular; Work Calendar: 9 months; Salary Range: $51,774 - $99,673 annually, DOE
Maricopa Community Colleges 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators live out our vision— creating excellence in education for a better world.
We focus on people—not profits.
Benefits
Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
20 Paid Observed Holidays
Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
Annual Professional Development Funding
Flexible Work Schedules
Employee Health & Wellness Programs
District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings
Pre-Retirement Planning Events
Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)
Job Summary Teach courses in emergency medical services (EMS), such as introductory EMT & paramedic programs, in classroom, laboratory and clinical settings. For example, programs like the EMT Certificate of Competency prepare students to handle emergency care, stabilization, patient assessment, and prepare for the national registry. Guide, mentor, and assess students in both theoretical knowledge and practical skill competency—this may include lab simulation, real-world EMT scenarios, skills testing, and clinical/field placements. Participate in departmental and college service obligations: faculty meetings, committee work, student advising, continuing education, outreach, etc.
Essential Functions
Instructing and supervising a diverse population of students using active-learning, student-centered teaching strategies.
Planning, developing, and implementing curriculum and instruction for EMT/paramedicine courses including classroom, laboratory and clinical/field settings (for relevant faculty positions).
Evaluating student performance through assignments, exams, simulations, practicum/skills labs, and clinical field work; providing feedback and remediation as needed.
Maintaining and demonstrating currency in the field of emergency medical services (EMS) and teaching practice, including compliance with state and national EMS education standards.
Collaborating with program director, advisory boards, clinical partners (ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals) to secure internships/clinical placements and ensure the program meets accreditation or certification requirements.
Ensuring that equipment, simulation lab, supplies, and instructional resources relevant to EMT/paramedic training are functional, up-to-date, and safe for student use.
Promoting and supporting student success, retention, and outcomes (for example, certification pass-rates, job placement) and participating in program assessment and continuous improvement efforts.
Advising and mentoring students regarding their educational and career goals in EMS, including helping them navigate certification/licensing processes.
Engaging in college service including committee work, professional development, outreach, and staying current with changes in EMS protocols, standards, and technology.
Ensuring safety in all instructional settings—for students, patients (in clinical/field), and staff—and adhering to college and program safety, liability, and regulatory policies.
Adapting instruction to a variety of delivery modes (in-person, hybrid, online) and to all student populations with different learning needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of occupational experience in the field to be taught OR
Three years of occupational experience in the field to be taught and a Bachelor’s degree or higher OR
A Master’s degree or higher in the teaching field
Desired Qualifications
Current National Registry Paramedic certification
Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited University
Completed an Instructors Strategies Course
Prior EMS teaching experience at an institution of higher learning
Additional Instructor Certifications to include: BLS, ACLS, PALS, ITLS, AMLS, PEPP.
Experience with AZDHS Emergency Medical Services Trauma System rules and regulations as demonstrated on the resume
Special Working Conditions
Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate’s own expense
Will be required to travel or be assigned to all MCCCD locations
May require numerous evenings or weekends
May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen
May be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs
How to Apply Applicants are required to submit unofficial transcripts, resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.
If you qualify based solely on the five (5) years of work experience in the field to be taught, unofficial transcripts will not be required.
MCCCD accepts unofficial transcripts for U.S. schools at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are submitted as an attachment to the application. Transcripts from non U.S. institutions must be translated and evaluated and provided with application material.
Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.
Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.
Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or Part-Time;
Part-Time employment to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load)
Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.
Posting Close Date Apply on or before Monday, February 2, 2026 to be considered.
EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."
The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.
The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.
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