Fire Science Specialized Program Assistant - VB Tech

Van Buren Intermediate School District•Lawrence, MI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High School Diploma and Industry Credentials Required
Firefighter II Certification Required
First Aid/CPR/AED Certification Required
Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree Preferred
First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification Preferred
EMR Certification Preferred
Other industry certifications/licenses will be considered
Successful experience working in the Fire Service field preferred
Experience working with HS students preferred
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
Fire Instructor 1 or the desire to obtain preferred.

Responsibilities

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.