Adjunct Instructor, Firefighter - (H)

Palm Beach State College; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College seeks an adjunct Fire Instructor to teach College Fire Academy courses, develop related curricula, assess student learning, and participate in program evaluation. The role supports the college’s mission and strategic plan through engaged classroom instruction.

Qualified candidates must hold Florida EMT/Firefighter credentials and a Florida Level I Fire Instructor certification, with the ability to utilize classroom technology and align coursework with program

Qualifications

• Must be a certified EMT/ Firefighter in the state of Florida.
• Current State of Florida Level I Fire Instructor (or higher) within a certificate program area in which they are certified or hold a certificate of competency.
• Must be able to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom and must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.
• Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

Responsibilities

• Instruct College Fire Academy students in accordance with educational theories and techniques.
• Develops discipline related curricula, assess student learning, participates in program evaluation, and college activities.
• Maintains college and department standards in support of the College’s mission and strategic plan.

Education

Florida EMT/Firefighter certification (current)

State of Florida Level I Fire Instructor certification

Job description

Join our team!

What We Offer

At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Instruct College Fire Academy students in accordance with educational theories and techniques. Develops discipline related curricula, assess student learning, participates in program evaluation, and college activities. Maintains college and department standards in support of the College’s mission and strategic plan.

Specialized training/industry certifications (current state of Florida Level I or higher Fire Instructor certification) required, competence gained through work experience.

Work schedule varies according to teaching assignment.

Varies

Applications without attached copies of official transcripts or non-web-based unofficial transcripts will not be considered. Transcripts for Adjunct positions must either be an official copy, a college-stamped student copy, or a non-web-based unofficial transcript, scanned into an electronic format and attached to their application. Transcripts produced through web-based student systems will not be accepted.

PLEASE NOTE: This is an open, continuous applicant pool. Submitting an application does not guarantee an interview or employment. Positions will be filled by the department on an as-needed basis.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a certified EMT/ Firefighter in the state of Florida.

• Current State of Florida Level I Fire Instructor (or higher) within a certificate program area in which they are certified or hold a certificate of competency.

• Must have the ability to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom and must be able to use the technology required for the assigned course.

• Coursework within the degree must reflect competencies in the courses to be taught.

READY TO APPLY? Here’s your application preparation!

Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:

• Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.

• Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.

• An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.

• The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled