Adjunct Instructor - Airport Rescue Firefighting (Non-Credit)

Fox Valley Technical College•Appleton, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Adjunct Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the ongoing development of instructional strategies that promote student success. This role involves facilitating safe, effective, hands-on Airport Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) training, including live-fire evolutions, aircraft rescue and fire suppression activities, emergency response scenarios, and the use of specialized ARFF equipment and training props. The instructor will reinforce established safety practices and ensure students are appropriately prepared for practical training activities. Additionally, the role includes assessing student learning, developing and revising curriculum, managing the classroom and training environment, participating in team activities, engaging with business and community partners, supporting student success, and pursuing professional development.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in a related field required (Bachelor's degree is preferred).
Minimum of five (5) years of full-time occupational experience in the relevant field of instruction.
One year shall be within the past five (5) years.
One year (or 2,000 hours) may be waived for occupational instructors with at least two (2) years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within five (5) years prior to the date of appointment.
State of Wisconsin Firefighter I certification required.
Airport Firefighter and Driver/Operator ARFF certification required.
State of Wisconsin Fire Instructor II certification required upon hire or within the timeframe established by the College.
Valid Driver's License.
Proficiency utilizing learning management systems.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Adapt quickly to changing demands, assignments, and circumstances to meet student needs.
Communicate effectively and professionally with various audiences.
Engage in continuous improvement in the quality of instruction by embracing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while instructing and supervising classroom, training ground, and live-fire activities.
Ability to move throughout classroom, training ground, ARFF Center, and live-fire training environments, including uneven outdoor surfaces and training areas.
Ability to lift, carry, move, and assist with instructional equipment, firefighting equipment, PPE, and other materials consistent with the physical requirements established for the position.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders and access training apparatus or other instructional environments as required by assigned duties.
Ability to perform precise hand movements and manual tasks associated with instructional technology, firefighting equipment, tools, and training activities.
Ability to perform repetitive motions associated with computer use, instructional activities, and operation of applicable training equipment.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, employees, and other stakeholders in classroom and training environments, including during practical and live-fire exercises.
Valid driver's license and ability to operate vehicles as required for assigned duties.
Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including firefighter protective clothing and equipment, as necessary to safely perform assigned instructional duties.
Ability to participate in and supervise practical firefighting and ARFF training activities consistent with assigned instructional responsibilities and established safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree
Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
Travel: Position may require travel for off-site instruction, field activities, meetings, industry engagement, or professional development.

Responsibilities

Foster student learning by developing and utilizing appropriate instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and support student engagement.
Create learning experiences that integrate instructional technologies and multiple delivery methodologies, including in-person, hybrid, virtual, and online instruction, as appropriate.
Facilitate safe, effective, hands-on Airport Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) training, including live-fire evolutions, aircraft rescue and fire suppression activities, emergency response scenarios, and the use of specialized ARFF equipment and training props.
Reinforce established safety practices and ensure students are appropriately prepared for practical training activities.
Assess student learning and provide regular feedback to support student success.
Use appropriate data and assessment results to measure learning outcomes, course success, completion, and other applicable performance measures and to identify opportunities for instructional improvement.
Develop and continually revise curriculum and instructional materials that are competency-based, current, consistent with industry and employer expectations, and aligned with College requirements and applicable professional standards.
Fulfill assigned teaching schedules; maintain accurate student attendance, completion, and other required instructional records.
Maintain classroom and training environments with an emphasis on safety, housekeeping, equipment security, and student engagement.
Ensure required course materials and instructional resources are available to students.
Support the College by engaging in applicable division, department, and team activities and meetings.
Collaborate with colleagues and remain current with internal and external changes, initiatives, and industry expectations relevant to Airport Rescue Firefighting and emergency services.
Build and maintain positive relationships with airport, fire service, emergency response, industry, and community partners.
Participate in applicable external meetings, training partnerships, outreach activities, and recruitment or promotional events that support the College and its programs.
Serve as an advocate for students and engage in activities that help students successfully complete their training and reach their professional goals.
Provide students with appropriate course, training, career, and industry-related information and connect students with College resources when appropriate.
Continually improve knowledge and skills related to emerging trends, current occupational practices, ARFF operations, firefighting, instructional methodologies, and technology through professional development activities and networking with regional and industry partner.