Fire​/EMT; b) Instructor

d Responsibilities

• I. Subject Knowledge
  • a. Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of Fire/EMT(b).
  • b. Stay current in Fire/EMT(b) subject matter, technological advancements in the field; teaching methodologies and innovations through continued professional development and involvement in professional organizations and course-specific advisory committee
  • c. Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience of students.
  • d. Implement soft skills, professional development, and academic component for a well-rounded program.
• II. Teaching Duties
  • a. Create course load appropriate to the junior and senior students served at KACC
  • b. Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning
  • c. Communicate instruction plan to Principal in weekly lesson plans
  • d. Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students.
  • e. Modify instruction, when appropriate, according to diverse student needs (i.e.: 504’s and IEP’s are to be taken into consideration)
  • f. Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances
  • g. Provide annually an updated course syllabus to be reviewed/approved by the principal.
  • h. Plan student activities, programs, and/or field trips as a continuation of the Fire/EMT(b) curriculum.
• III. Student Learning Evaluation
  • a. Establish Student Learning Objectives (SLO’s)/outcomes
  • b. Follow KACC-established grading policies to incorporate employability skills, productivity, properly weighting for tests, exams, etc. in a fair and consistent manner
  • c. Return evaluation of student work promptly to promote maximum learning
  • d. Maintain accurate records of student progress to ensure parent/guardians have upto‑date information on the KACC Parent Portal
  • e. Submit progress reports, quarterly and semester grades accurately and on time per KACC established schedule.
  • f. Ensure student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area and student program classification
  • g. Plan and carry out parent communication including conferences as needed
• IV. Classroom Management
  • a. Create and maintain an environment conducive to learning
  • b. Take reasonable and necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and KACC facility - with student safety being of the utmost importance.
  • c. Consult with parent and other involved personnel with any concerns regarding student intellectual, social emotional and physical development hindering student success.
  • d. Make arrangements to be available to students for education-related purposes outside the traditional instructional day when required or requested - under reasonable terms
  • e. Plan, coordinate and supervise the work of teacher aide(s)
• V. General Employment Responsibilities
  • a. Support Kankakee Area Career Center and Kankakee Area Regional Vocational Education System
  • b. Maintain confidentiality of all student information
  • c. Work with other teachers in curriculum development, special activities, and sharing ideas and resources
  • d. Engage in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills
  • e. Establish an Fire/EMT(b) Advisory Committee
  • f. Keep abreast of developments in instructional methodology, learning theory, curriculum trends, and content.
  • g. Act in a professional and ethical manner and adhere to professional standards at all times.
  • h. Demonstrate Attention to punctuality, attendance, records, and reports

  Kankakee Area Career Center

  PO BOX 570

  Bourbonnais, IL 60914

  www.kacc-il.org

  • i. Attend the following meetings/events:
    • i. Weekly 8:05 meetings
    • ii. Monthly After-School Teacher meetings
    • iii. Teacher Professional Development Days
    • iv. Parent-Teacher Conferences
  • j. Comply with all policies contained in the KACC Teacher’s Handbook published annually.
  • k. Comply with all…