Fire/EMS Instructor

WILLOUGHBY-EASTLAKE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT; Eastlake (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools in Ohio seeks a seasoned Fire/EMS instructor to design and deliver engaging instruction for high school and CCP students. The role requires coordination with higher education partners and alignment to state standards.

You will develop curricula, build industry partnerships, and chair the Program Advisory Committee to ensure a high-quality, future-ready program that prepares students for high-skill careers in Fire/EMS.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in Fire/EMS (CTE requirement).
• At least 5 years of documented teaching experience in Fire and EMS instruction.
• Willingness to collaborate with higher education to become a CCP instructor.
• Appropriate teaching license or the ability to obtain one through Ohio requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging instruction in Fire and EMS courses.
• Develop curriculum aligned to workforce needs, state standards, and student interests.
• Collaborate with a higher education partner to serve as a CCP instructor.
• Build and maintain strong industry partnerships.
• Establish and facilitate a Program Advisory Committee.
• Work with school and district staff to ensure a high-quality, future-ready program.

Skills

Fire/EMS industry experience

Teaching experience

CCP collaboration

Education

Teaching license or eligible per Ohio requirements

Job description

Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools

Start Date: August 17, 2026

Must be able to attend required trainings (including summer)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging instruction in fire and EMS courses
• Develop curriculum aligned to workforce needs, state standards, and student interests
• Collaborate with an institute of higher education to serve as a College Credit Plus (CCP) instructor
• Build and maintain strong industry partnerships
• Establish and facilitate a Program Advisory Committee
• Work closely with school and district staff to ensure a high-quality, future-ready program

Anticipated Courses

• Foundations of Firefighting and Emergency Medical Services (Subject Code: 170342)
• Medical Terminology (Subject Code: 072150)
• Emergency Medical Technician (Subject Code: 170345)
• Firefighter I (Subject Code: 170343)
• Firefighter II (Subject Code: 170344)

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of documented, relevant industry experience (CTE requirement)
• At least 5 years of documented teaching experience in both Fire and EMS instruction
• Willingness to work with an institute of higher education to become a CCP instructor
• Appropriate teaching license or the ability to obtain one through the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce Development

Licensure Details Can Be Found Here

https://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Teaching/Teacher-Licensure-Course-Status-Tool

This Role Is Ideal For a Motivated Professional Who

• Has deep industry experience in Fire/EMS
• Enjoys mentoring and teaching
• Has strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with high school and adult students
• Thrives in building something new
• Wants to make a lasting impact on students and the regional workforce

Join us in creating a program that prepares students for high-skill, high-demand careers in Fire/EMS!