Fire Science Academy Instructor

Working at IRSC has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, IRSC offers a benefits package:

*Wellness Wonders: Dive into a world of well-being with perks that nourish your body and soul. Health benefits that prioritize your fitness, mental health, and overall happiness await you with our employee only coverage paid by the college.

*Retirement Radiance: Picture your future shining as bright as your career! Our retirement benefits are designed to turn your golden years into a sunlit oasis. With robust plans and strategic investments, we're planting the seeds for your retirement bliss.

*Generous Time-Off Universe: Recharge and rejuvenate with ample vacation time, ensuring you return to work with newfound enthusiasm.

*Career Launchpad: Propel your career forward with projects that are not just tasks but missions, shaping industries and driving change.

Shine Bright with Us: Join Our Team as a Fire Science Academy Instructor in our Fire Science Academy!

Are you passionate about fire science and education? We're seeking a dedicated Fire Science Academy Instructor to join our team! As an instructor, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the next generation of firefighting professionals. Here's what you'll be responsible for:

• Course Preparation: Develop engaging lesson plans, instructional materials, and coursework for fire science classes.

• Instruction: Deliver dynamic and informative lectures, hands-on training, and practical exercises to students.

• Grading: Evaluate student performance, provide constructive feedback, and assign final grades.

• Community Engagement: Serve as a liaison between the academy and the fire service community, as well as local public-school systems.

• Technology Integration: Utilize computer software and technology to enhance instruction and foster student learning.

• Safety: Maintain a safe and effective classroom environment, adhering to safety protocols and best practices.

• Collaboration: Participate in departmental, divisional, and adjunct faculty meetings to contribute to program development.

• Additional Duties: Fulfill any other responsibilities assigned by the academy leadership.

We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about fire science and education, we encourage you to apply today! Join us in shaping the future of firefighting education!

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the Fire Science Facilitator coordinates and instructs Florida Firefighting Basic Recruit and Advanced Training Courses. Academy Facilitators, "facilitate" the State curriculum to Post Secondary Vocational certificate programs, such as, the fire and Law Enforcement academies.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares, instructs and grades of class coursework.

• Assigns final grades.

• Serves as a liaison and resource to the fire service community and public-school systems of the service district.

• Integrates computer software and technology-based instruction appropriately.

• Maintains a safe and effective classroom environment.

• Participates in department, division, and adjunct faculty meetings.

• Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Florida Certified Fire Fighter and Florida Instructor Certification 1, 2 or 3

• Must be a public speaker with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Must possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Experience with Microsoft Office and Windows based applications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position requires an ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach up, stoop ability to participate in physical activities related to firefighting, the ability to lift an object of fifty (50) pounds or less, and carry items in excess of fifty (50) pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate Firefighting equipment, standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice.