Instructors
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Each year, the American Red Cross teaches lifesaving skills to nearly 12 million people. But we can’t do it alone. Reaching this many people is only possible through the help of people like you. People who care about the safety and lives of others, and are willing to devote a little bit of their time to help us make the world a safer place.
Becoming An Instructor
As an American Red Cross paid instructor, you can gain valuable teaching experience and earn money, while helping save lives!
- Make a difference in others’ lives as well as your own.
- Help others learn to save lives.
- Gain valuable teaching experience—and earn money!
- Build your résumé.
- Teach a variety of courses including first aid, CPR/AED, Lifeguarding, Learn-to-Swim, HIV/AIDS prevention, and more!
- Train others in your company, organization or community.
We’re looking for smart, motivated people who truly want to make a difference. An American Red Cross instructor is a member of a select group of trained and authorized individuals, who reflects the standards and ideals of the American Red Cross.
Do You Have What It Takes?
- Do you enjoy communicating with a variety of people?
- Are you enthusiastic about your role in helping people?
- Are you willing to develop a full understanding of subject matter and stay abreast of new developments?
We’ll help you build and refine all the skills you need. The American Red Cross offers flexible scheduling and a chance to make a real difference. Work with America’s most trusted health and safety training provider and show your community that you care.
Interested participants must contact the Director of Health and Safety Services, Patt Englander, at (309) 743-2166 or by email at englanderp@usa.redcross.org.