Adjunct Instructor - Fire

Waukesha County Technical College; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Waukesha County Technical College invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach in Fire programs. The role emphasizes classroom and lab instruction, hands-on teaching, and integrating technology to enhance learning.

Candidates should maintain industry relationships and pursue current Wisconsin teaching certifications. The department aims to lead in progressive fire and EMS education, with demonstrations and flexible hours across day and evening blocks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with education or training for the occupation.
• Two years (4,000 hours) of verifiable occupational experience, with 2,000 hours in the previous five years.
• Current Wisconsin Fire and Emergency Services Instructor I Certification; FESI II preferred.
• Driver/Operator Pumper Certification preferred.
• Current Wisconsin Live Fire Instructor Certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Eligibility for WCTC Credentialing System.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and instruct quality education programs.
• Technology-based, simulation and scenario-based instruction desirable.

Responsibilities

• Engage students effectively in learning through active strategies.
• Deliver classroom and lab instruction in Fire/EMS programs.
• Promote professional development for instructors and industry partnerships.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Tech-enabled instruction

Industry engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field

Job description

DescriptionUnder

Under general supervision, the primary responsibility is providing classroom and lab instruction in the Fire programs offered by WCTC. Requires strong organizational skills, good communication skills, an ability to effectively deliver practical hands-on instruction and include technology in the teaching of classes, and familiarity with all aspects of the Fire and Emergency Medical Services fields. Must be accessible to students and maintain positive relationships with industry-related organizations and businesses. The successful applicant will be responsible for completing requirements to obtain and maintain a current teaching certification from the Wisconsin Technical College System Board.

Department Vision

A World Class Training Center providing progressive fire and EMS education.

Department Mission

To provide an innovative and collaborative learning environment for fire and EMS education.

Salary

Lab and Certification Exam Instructional Rate $40/hour; Non-instructional $20/hourLead instructor $46 - $58/hour

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)In line with the department strategic goals:

• Effectively engage students in the learning environment through active learning strategies.
• Promote and coordinate professional development opportunities for Fire/EMS instructors to further develop their teaching skill.
• Increase marketing of Fire and EMS training programs and prepare competent Fire/EMS providers for local employers.

Minimum QualificationsRequirements may vary according to the instructional area and position.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent* with education or training preparing a person for the occupational area being taught. Appropriate training may include vendor, manufacturer, in-service or other structured on-the-job training in the occupation. *Educational equivalency: Occupational experience combined with education and training preparing a person for the occupation totaling 7 years or 14,000 hours shall be equivalent to a bachelor's degree. Each academic credit or equivalent credit shall be equal to 110 hours of occupational experience. (a major in a healthcare, fire service, emergency medical, or other related area is preferred; equivalency is determined by considering occupational experience and other formal education).
• Twenty-four months (4,000 hours) of verifiable occupational experience as a fully qualified worker in the occupational area, of which 2,000 hours shall be within the previous five years. One year (2,000 hours) of related occupation experience may be waived if the occupational instructor has at least two years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within five years.
• Current Wisconsin Fire and Emergency Services Instructor I Certification; FESI II Preferred
• Driver/Operator Pumper Certification Preferred
• Current Wisconsin Live Fire Instructor Certification or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Eligibility for WCTC Credentialing System.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and instruct quality education programs.
• Technology-based, simulation, and scenario-based instruction experience desirable.

NOTE: An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired will also be considered.

Supplemental Information

This is a continuous posting. Applications will be reviewed on November 1 and June 1 each year. Teaching demonstrations/interviews will be held shortly after.

*Hours for this position will vary from Monday through Sunday including both daytime and evening hours. Adjunct instructors are expected to teach a minimum of 64 hours/semester (24 hours/summer). Instructors request instructional assignments through a scheduling software at the beginning of each semester.

Please attach the following required documents: 1. A cover letter addressing the position and qualifications stated above. 2. Current resume.

The successful applicant will be responsible for completing requirements to obtain and maintain a current teaching certification from the Wisconsin Technical College System Board.