Fire Science Program Assistant: Hands-on Training

Van-Buren-Intermediate-School-District; Lawrence Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren Tech in Lawrence, Michigan is seeking a Fire Science Specialized Program Assistant to support the Fire Science Academy with practical oversight for students pursuing industry skills and career development. The role reports to Van Buren Tech Administration and works at the Van Buren Tech site.

The position requires a High School Diploma with industry credentials and relevant fire service certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and industry credentials required.
• Firefighter II Certification required.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification required.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification preferred.
• EMR Certification preferred.
• Other industry certifications/licenses will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Act as a delegated instructor who teaches classroom, laboratory or clinical skills under supervision.
• Attend communications meetings with instructors.
• Assist with maintenance of task lists.
• Assist with the daily classroom supervision of students.
• Assist with recording daily class attendance.
• Assist in maintaining student files.
• Organize class field trips and job shadow schedule and function as a student chaperone.
• Assist with class inventory control and supply requisition.
• Participate on the Advisory Committee.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration or instructor.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Fire Instructor 1 or the desire to obtain preferred.

Skills

Motivate students

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal and project management

Organized and detail-oriented

Independent and team work

Technology for instruction

Classroom supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Industry credentials

Associate's Degree

Firefighter II Certification

First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification

EMR Certification

Other industry certifications/licenses

Job description

Van Buren Tech in Lawrence, Michigan is seeking a Fire Science Specialized Program Assistant to support the Fire Science Academy with practical oversight for students pursuing industry skills and career development. The role reports to Van Buren Tech Administration and works at the Van Buren Tech site.

The position requires a High School Diploma with industry credentials and relevant fire service certifications.