Adjunct Instructor - Fire Technology

COLLEGE OF MAINLAND; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

COLLEGE OF MAINLAND based in Texas City seeks an Instructor specialized in fire technology and related areas. Candidates should possess relevant TCFP certifications such as Fire Instructor II and Firefighter Intermediate.

The role entails classroom and outdoor instruction involving physical activities and the use of fire service equipment while ensuring a safe environment for students.

Qualifications

• Relevant TCFP certifications are required.
• Experience in fire service training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classroom instruction and outdoor physical training.
• Utilize fire service tools while in protective clothing.

Skills

Teaching principles and practices

Fire service knowledge and experience

Communication and interpersonal skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

AAS or AA with fire technology/science

Job description

Instructor Requirements

AAS or AA with fire technology/science and related training. Required certification:

• TCFP Fire Instructor II
• TCFP Firefighter Intermediate
• TCFP Field Examiner for TCFP skills testing
• Applicable TCFP certification to instruct TCFP courses for certifications

Assist instructor roles include:

• TCFP Fire Instructor I
• TCFP Firefighter Basic
• TCFP Field Examiner for TCFP skills testing

SFFMA CE instructors require related fire service training, experience, and applicable SFFMA certification to instruct SFFMA courses.

Preferred Education / Training / Experience

N/A

Preferred Knowledge & Skills

• Principles and practices of teaching
• Fire service related knowledge and experience
• Detailed knowledge of material being taught, including certification needed to instruct TCFP courses
• Communication, interpersonal skills for interacting with students, coworkers, supervisors, public, etc.
• Basic computer literacy sufficient to perform job duties

Physical Requirements

Positions require moderate to heavy physical activity: classroom instruction, outdoor physical instruction, use of fire service tools and equipment while wearing personal protective clothing and self‑contained breathing apparatus.

Equal Opportunity

College of the Mainland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability or veteran status.

College of the Mainland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations within Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1992.