EMT Instructor

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Instructor

CERT, LLC – Northern Virginia (Fairfax / Chantilly)

Position Type: Part-Time / Full-Time / Seasonal
Compensation: $25.00 – $40.00 per hour (based on experience, qualifications, and instructional performance)

About CERT, LLC:
CERT, LLC is a premier EMT training academy based in Northern Virginia, committed to developing highly competent, professional, and confident entry-level providers. Our programs are known for their intensity, structure, and real-world preparation. We do not aim to be average—we aim to set the standard.

Position Overview:
CERT is seeking motivated, professional, and highly capable EMT Instructors to deliver high-quality education and training to EMT students. Instructors are responsible for creating a structured, disciplined, and engaging learning environment that emphasizes skill mastery, clinical decision-making, and leadership under pressure.

This role goes beyond teaching—it requires mentorship, accountability, and a commitment to producing graduates who are prepared to perform in real patient care environments.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver classroom instruction and hands-on skills training in accordance with CERT standards and curriculum.
  • Facilitate skill labs with a focus on repetition, precision, and competency-based progression.
  • Lead or assist in scenario-based training that reinforces patient assessment, treatment, and leadership.
  • Evaluate student performance and provide clear, direct, and constructive feedback.
  • Ensure all students meet competency requirements before advancing.
  • Maintain a structured, professional, and distraction-free learning environment.
  • Uphold and enforce CERT policies, including uniform, conduct, and performance standards.
  • Serve as a role model for professionalism, communication, and patient care.
  • Collaborate with leadership to maintain consistency across all training sessions.

Qualifications:
  • Current National Registry EMT (NREMT) certification (Paramedic preferred but not required).
  • Active Virginia EMT certification (or ability to obtain).
  • Field experience preferred, but not required.
  • Prior teaching or instructional experience preferred, but not required.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to manage groups effectively.
  • Demonstrated professionalism, maturity, and leadership ability.

What We’re Looking For:
  • Individuals who take pride in high standards and accountability.
  • Instructors who can balance structure with approachability.
  • Professionals who can command a room while still mentoring students.
  • Team players who align with a standardized training model.
  • Those who understand that EMT education is not just academic—it is performance-based.

Work Environment:
  • Classes are conducted at our training facilities in Fair Oaks Mall (Fairfax) and Chantilly, VA.
  • Opportunities available across multiple course formats:
    • Fast Track (daytime, intensive).
    • Evening Academy.
    • Weekend Academy.
    • Skills labs and simulation events.

Why Join CERT:
  • Be part of one of the most structured and rapidly growing EMT programs in the region
  • Work in a high-performance training environment focused on real outcomes.
  • Opportunity for growth into leadership and advanced instructional roles.
  • Contribute to training the next generation of EMS providers.

Final Note:
At CERT, we hold both our students and our instructors to a higher standard. If you are looking for a casual teaching role, this is not it. If you are looking to be part of a program that is building something exceptional—and are willing to uphold that standard—we want to hear from you.

Apply Today!
If you’re passionate about EMS education and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and join CERT’s mission to develop skilled, compassionate EMTs. For more information, please visit our website at or contact us directly.

Contact:
CERT Training Team
Phone: (703) 347-7221
Email: admin@virginiaemt.com
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