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American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor

ProACT Critical Care Academy
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Training ordinary people for the extraordinary moment.

Our mission is to empower our students with the knowledge and skills to act confidently in emergency situations. Founded by a UW-Madison alum, Jared Lemminger, ProACT Academy has a mission to provide accessible, affordable, and high-quality training that instills the confidence to save lives, creating safer communities. Jared started ProACT Academy to continue his grandma's legacy as a nurse and American Red Cross volunteer and equip ordinary people with life-saving knowledge and skills.

ProACT Academy is a Licensed Training Provider of the American Red Cross, an accredited Health & Safety Institute training center, and an accredited member of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) group! We are proud to award CEUs through CAPCE and the IACET. ProACT Academy offers classes in first aid, CPR, AED, babysitting, lifeguarding, emergency medical response, first aid for severe trauma, and much more!

Job Title: Assistant Instructor for Community and Public Safety

Position Overview:

The Instructor Contractor, serving as Assistant Instructor for Community and Public Safety, provides American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED instruction for ProACT Academy in accordance with current Red Cross program standards, lesson plans, and course requirements. This contractor teaches approximately 1 to 2 classes per week depending on organizational demand, with the majority of assigned courses delivered in blended learning and in-person skills session formats, along with occasional instructor-led classes and skill boost offerings.

The Instructor Contractor may teach at the Madison Training Center (583 D'Onofrio Drive, Suite 222, Madison, WI 53719) or at clients' locations through full-service course offerings and is responsible for class preparation, instructional delivery, participant skill evaluation, course documentation, and proper management of training equipment and materials. This role requires professionalism, instructional consistency, and the ability to deliver high-quality emergency preparedness education in both community and workplace settings.

Work Schedule :

  • 1-2 classes per week; minimum of 1 class every 6 months.
  • Instructors are expected to arrive at least 30 minutes prior and remain approximately 30 minutes after for setup, cleanup, and takedown
  • Classes may be scheduled at your convenience

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED classes according to current program standards, lesson plans, and course requirements
  • Primarily lead blended learning in-person skills sessions
  • Occasionally teach full instructor-led classes and skill boost offerings
  • Prepare course materials, manikins, AED trainers, bleeding control supplies, PPE, and audiovisual equipment
  • Evaluate participant performance and ensure learners meet course completion requirements
  • Maintain a safe, organized, and professional learning environment
  • Complete required class documentation and administrative reporting accurately and on time
  • Clean, inspect, pack, transport, and store training equipment after class
  • Communicate professionally with participants, clients, and ProACT leadership
  • Maintain instructor readiness, reliability, and professionalism for assigned courses

Education:

  • Preferred: Post-secondary education in healthcare, EMS, education, public health, emergency management, or related field

Experience:

Minimum:

  • Prior experience teaching, training, facilitating, coaching, or leading groups preferred.
  • Ability to work independently and manage small group instruction.

Preferred:

  • Experience in healthcare, EMS, fire/rescue, childcare, education, public safety, or workplace safety training.
  • Experience teaching Red Cross or comparable emergency response courses.
  • Experience supporting blended learning and mobile or onsite training delivery.

Licenses and Certifications:

Minimum:

  • Certification as an American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor (or willingness to obtain as part of contract; course would be offered for free to accepted applicants)
  • Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED basic-level certification (or willingness to obtain as part of contract; course would be offered for free to accepted applicants)

For exceptional candidates who do not yet hold instructor certification, ProACT Academy may provide instructor training and structured development through an interim internship pathway until full instructional competency and certification requirements are met.

Preferred:

  • American Red Cross Instructor certificates.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

  • Passion for youth development and safety
  • Excellent communication and teaching skills
  • Confident leading hands-on training and managing group dynamics
  • Organized, reliable, and professional
  • Knowledge of child development, emergency preparedness, and basic caregiving techniques

Physical Requirements:

  • Light: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Ability to stand, kneel, or move around during instruction. Climb one flight of stairs to the training center - there is no elevator.

Work Environment:

  • Classes are conducted in-person at the ProACT Academy training center in Madison, WI near West Towne mall.
  • Flexibility in working hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate instructor schedules.

Benefits:

  • Discounted classes including family and friends.
  • Access to exclusive perks and discounts including travel, hotels, rental cars, and more through Deel.
  • Flexible schedule: required to teach 1 class every 6 months to maintain contract.

Job Types:

  • Part-time, Contract

Pay:

  • $16.51 - $20.45 per hour
  • $16.51 if instructor course is offered by ProACT Academy as part of the internship until 10 classes are taught and proficient competency is obtained, then $20.45 base.

Independent Contractor Status

  • This position is classified as a 1099 Independent Contractor. As such, the instructor is not an employee of ProACT Academy and is responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and any required licensure. Contractors have the freedom to set their own availability and are not guaranteed any minimum number of classes or hours. This contract does not constitute an offer of employment and does not include benefits such as health insurance, unemployment insurance, or workers' compensation.

At-Will Agreement

  • The contractor agreement may be terminated at any time by either party, with or without cause, and with or without notice. ProACT Academy also reserves the right to discontinue scheduling or remove the contractor from the instructor roster at its discretion.

Equal Opportunity Statement

  • ProACT Academy is an equal opportunity training provider. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all students, staff, and contractors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in any of our programs, practices, or partnerships.

Benefits:

 

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Professional development assistance

 

Application Question(s):

 

  • If you are not currently a Red Cross-certified instructor, are you willing to complete the instructor internship program which would include the instructor course and mentored teaching assignments?

 

License/Certification:

 

  • Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certificate (Required)
  • Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certificate (Required)

 

Ability to Commute:

 

  • Madison, WI 53719 (Required)

 

Work Location: In person