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Canyons School District

$89.24/hr

Fire Technology Opening Date: 04/19/2024 Description We are accepting applications for the Fire Technology Adjunct Instructor Applicant Pool. Adjunct pools are open on a fiscal year basis for ...

Canyons School District

$89.24/hr

Fire Technology Opening Date: 09/26/2025 Description We are accepting applications for the Fire Academy Adjunct Instructor Applicant Pool. Adjunct pools are open on a fiscal year basis for continuous ...

City of San Bruno, CA

Fire Cadet

San Bruno, CA · On-site

San Bruno Fire Department - 555 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA 94066, CA Job Type: Volunteer Job ... Instructor if currently enrolled) * 18 years of age at the time of application HOW TO APPLY ...

City of San Bruno

Fire Cadet

San Bruno, CA

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Fire Instructors are professionals who teach and train firefighters and other emergency responders in fire safety, firefighting techniques, rescue operations, and emergency procedures. They develop lesson plans, conduct classroom and hands-on training sessions, and ensure that all trainees understand safety protocols and best practices. Fire Instructors also evaluate trainees’ performance and keep up to date with the latest industry standards and firefighting technology.

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AspectFire InstructorFirefighter
CertificationsFire Instructor Certification, CPR, First AidFirefighter Certification, EMT/Paramedic
Work EnvironmentTraining facilities, classrooms, fire academiesFire scenes, emergency response, fire stations
Employer & Industry UsageFire departments, training academies, safety organizationsFire departments, emergency services, rescue teams

Fire Instructors focus on training and educating firefighters and the public, working mainly in classrooms and training facilities. Firefighters respond to emergencies, fighting fires and rescuing people at fire scenes. While both roles require fire safety certifications, their work environments and daily tasks differ significantly.

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Adjunct Fire Technology Instructor

Adjunct Fire Technology Instructor

Antelope Valley College

Lancaster, CA • On-site

$87.04 - $94.12/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Salary: $87.04 - $94.12 Hourly
Location : 3041 W. Avenue K, Lancaster, CA
Job Type: Adjunct - Instructional
Job Number: RN21-40
Department: Health & Safety Sciences
Opening Date: 09/29/2021
Closing Date: Continuous
ANTICIPATED START DATE: Establishing a Pool
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Letter of Intent
Current Resume
Scanned Copy of Transcripts
Two Letters of Professional Reference
RANGE: Adjunct instructors are hired on a semester basis and are paid per lecture hour equivalent (LHE). Minimum (less than a masters) and Maximum (Doctorate).
DESCRIPTION
Antelope Valley College invites applications for our adjunct (Temporary, part-time) faculty applicant pool for the following Fire Technology Instructor.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
  • Instruct students in the assigned discipline
  • Assignment may include teaching courses during the day, evening, on-line courses and/or off-campus sites

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
(Applicant must meet one of the following requirements)
  • Most current Minimum Qualifications for Faculty in California Community Colleges:

Any bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience OR any associate degree and six years of professional experience OR the equivalent.
  • Antelope Valley College Equivalency: Academic Senate approved on 10/15/2022

College work equivalent to a Baccalaureate degree and two years of related occupational experience in the discipline; or college work equivalent to an Associate degree plus six years of occupational experience related to the discipline,
OR - Eight years' experience as a paid firefighter, fire officer, or fire instructor. Part-time experience will be prorated, two years of which must include assignment as an instructor, trainer, or supervisor in a firefighting field
AND - California State Fire Marshall Certified instructor 1A and 1B classifications, OR Successful completion of National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Facilitative Instructor M-410 course.
ANDa sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students (Assembly Bill 1725; Education Code 87360).
Desirable Qualifications:
  • Completion of Fire Instructor 1A, 1B, and/or NWCG M-410 (facilitated instructor)
  • Experience as a module leader/single resource boss, and/or a minimum of 2 years' work experience in Fire Prevention, and/or Fire Protection Systems Inspector, and/or Fire Protection Systems Engineer and Fire Suppression.
  • Ethical leadership in the classroom
  • Other California State Fire Training instructor endorsements'

Recommended: CSTI Hazardous Materials Instructor Certification
OTHER INFORMATION
APPLICATION PROCESS
This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:
  • Application
  • Current resume
  • Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
  • Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.
  • Two (2) current letters of professional reference signed and dated within the last year.
Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
  • Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply.
  • Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position.
  • Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
  • Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
VISA
AVC does not sponsor visas.
ACCOMMODATIONS
If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.
AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.
Annual Security Report is provided by Antelope Valley College for prospective students and employees. A copy of this report is available at http://www.avc.edu/administration/police

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