Santa Fe College (SF) has been recognized as one of the top-rated community colleges in the United States.  Santa Fe College is a comprehensive public college that offers a range of Bachelor’s degrees, Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degree options, as well as certificate and non-degree programs.  Santa Fe College is a student-centered institution with a commitment to open access, academic excellence, and cultural and ethnic diversity. A high quality of life, temperate climate, proximity to the University of Florida, diverse cultural events, and plentiful recreational opportunities make SF and Gainesville an ideal community to work and live.  

Compensation: As per the SF Salary Schedule. Limited to teaching no more than 12 credit hours or equivalent per semester.

Santa Fe College accepts applications for adjunct assistant professors on a continuous basis. However, it does not necessarily imply there are immediate openings. Please inquire with the department in which you are applying, for current vacancy opportunities and the status of your application.

Under general supervision, the Adjunct Assistant Professor, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will develop, prepare and teach EMS coursework focused on training within a laboratory setting.  Course offerings may be taught during the day or evening and candidates are expected to have the flexibility to teach at different times throughout the academic year.

• Plan, organize, and deliver instruction in didactic, laboratory and/or classroom settings to promote student success within a community college setting.
• Support and promote the college and departmental missions centered on excellence in teaching and learning through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and service.
• Collaborate with Director of EMS Programs, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum to cultivate the mastery of course content.
• Strictly honor the privacy and security of student records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal and college regulations, policies and procedures.
• Provide students with frequent, timely assessment of and clear feedback regarding academic performance.
• Appropriately document student progress and maintain records including attendance, grading and student learning outcomes.
• Maintain appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.
• Provide service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible and professional engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Reports to: Academic Lab Manager, EMS Programs

Required: An Associate’s degree, or higher from a U.S. Department of Education (DOE) accredited institution with an active certification as a Paramedic in the State of Florida, four (4) years of field level provider experience within the pre-hospital environment and Instructor Qualifications as indicated in Florida Administrative Code 64J-1.0201 are required. 

Additional Requirements:  Instructor Certification in each of the following areas is necessary within six (6) months of employment: Basic Life Support (BLS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); and either International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), or Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS).  A criminal background check will be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: The successful applicant must be willing to work a flexible schedule at multiple sites, as well as demonstrate the ability to work well with students, faculty and staff at all levels within a diverse, multi-cultural, collaborative environment.

Application Process:  All applicants must create an Applicant Profile to complete the SF Employment Application, submit an up-to-date resume, three (3) letters of recommendation, as well as college transcripts and certification(s) to be considered for this position.  Unofficial transcripts are only accepted for review purposes; official transcripts are required prior to any offer of employment being made.

All submitted materials will be routed for review to the following Job Contact:

Michael Anderson, EMS Program Director

Email: michael.anderson@sfcollege.edu

Telephone: (352) 271-2935