By semester (Fall, Spring, and/or Summer) | EMS Trainers are placed on a matrix.

Including but are not limited to: 

• Provides instruction in the EMS program offered through McHenry County College under the oversight of the McHenry Western Lake County EMS System, for the purpose of eligibility for initial licensure, continuing education, and professional growth in accordance with IDPH Rules and Regulations and the National EMS Education Standards
• Teaches skills labs in accordance with the National EMS Education Standards and the IDPH requirement for certification/licensure at EMR, EMT, or Paramedic scope of practice
• Available to teach daytime, evening, or weekend classes, as needed
• Available to teach at various locations throughout McHenry County where EMS classes are held
• Available for student conferences either before or after class, and by College email if necessary
• Work cooperatively within the department, the division, and throughout the College in striving for educational excellence
• Conduct regular assessment of student learning
• Utilize a variety of teaching styles to satisfy the different learning styles of students
• Physical ability to perform functional requirements of the position.

• Illinois Licensed EMT, Paramedic, or Registered Nurse
• CPR for Healthcare Provider
• Ability to obtain current EMS System Protocol Competency
• 3 years’ experience providing direct patient care in the prehospital, Emergency Department or Critical Care setting
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth, especially regarding contemporary expertise specific to assigned teaching content   
• Commitment to the mission of the community college, and to teaching and motivating community college students in ways appropriate to their diverse backgrounds and learning styles
• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Adheres to policy/procedure and safety standards of McHenry County College and the McHenry Western Lake County EMS System.

• Illinois Licensed EMT, Paramedic, or Registered Nurse
• CPR for Healthcare Provider
• Ability to obtain current EMS System Protocol Competency
• 3 years’ experience providing direct patient care in the prehospital, Emergency Department or Critical Care setting
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth, especially regarding contemporary expertise specific to assigned teaching content   
• Commitment to the mission of the community college, and to teaching and motivating community college students in ways appropriate to their diverse backgrounds and learning styles
• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Adheres to policy/procedure and safety standards of McHenry County College and the McHenry Western Lake County EMS System.