Fire Science Specialized Program Assistant - VB Tech

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

Fire Science Specialized Program Assistant - VB Tech

Van Buren Intermediate School District TECHNOLOGY CENTER - Lawrence, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5864283

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Fire Science Specialized Program Assistant - VBIESPA

Reports To: Van Buren Tech Administration

Location of Work: Van Buren Tech, 250 South Street, Lawrence, MI 49064

Hours to Work: 7 hours per day

Classification: Specialized Program Assistant

Job Goal(s): The primary job goal of the Fire Science Program Assistant is to assist the Fire Science Academy class with practical oversight in regard to skills and career development for students entering industry.

Qualifications

Education :

• High School Diploma and Industry Credentials Required
• Associate's Degree Preferred

Certification :

• 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)

Work Experience :

Successful experience working in the Fire Service field preferred; experience working with HS students preferred.

Skills :

• Ability and desire to work successfully with high school students and staff.
• Ability to motivate students to perform at their maximum potential.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Possesses strong interpersonal and project management skills.
• Well-organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Proficient with technology for instruction, student management & communication .

Essential Job Functions:

• Act as a "delegated" instructor who teaches classroom, laboratory or clinical skills under the direction of the instructor.
• 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, as needed.
• Assist with class inventory control and supply requisition.
• Participate on the Advisory Committee.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the administration or instructor.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Fire Instructor 1 or the desire to obtain preferred.

Terms of Employment : As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education.

This posting and our online application can be found on the Van Buren ISD's website at www.vbisd.org under Employment. If you do not have access to a computer with internet access, you may use a computer at VBISD by calling 269-539-5218.

Position is open until filled.

In-house staff must fill out the online internal application.

Position Type: Regular

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Van Buren HR
• 490 South Paw Paw St.
• Lawrence, Michigan 49064
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]