PT Lab Instructor Fire Science Technology

Job Details:

Job Location:

Harris Field - Midland, TX 79705, Position Type:
Part Time, Education Level: Associates Degree, Salary Range: $21.00 - $26.25 Hourly, Job Category:
Education, PT Lab Instructor Fire Science Technology

Midland College | Midland, Texas

Serve as a lab instructor for the Fire Science Technology Basic Firefighter certificate program. Responsible for assisting the classroom instructors in coordinating and facilitating the labs necessary to educate fire certificate students.

At Midland College, we believe education transforms lives, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin, we serve dual-credit students, first-time-in-college learners, adult students, and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, business and industry, and community organizations, we make education accessible, prepare students for meaningful careers, and help shape the future of our region.

Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work, challenging ourselves to improve, and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better.

• YES – We embrace challenges with curiosity, optimism, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• STUDENTS – Student success is at the center of every decision we make.
• ACT – We take ownership, move with purpose, and deliver meaningful results.

• A leadership team committed to action, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• A Board of Trustees that values stewardship, innovation, and long-term vision.
• A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities.
• Meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, every single day.

• Maintain required Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) certifications
• Develop proficiency with TCFP requirements for Basic Fire Suppression training programs
• Maintain academic and programmatic records as required by Midland College and TCFP, and submit documentation in a timely manner
• Participate in the instruction of Firefighter certificate lab courses
• Prepare lab for classes, help dismantle and clean up after lab activities
• Demonstrate the proper use of lab equipment and hazardous or bio-hazardous materials
• Provide leadership and positive role modeling for students
• Educate and assist students with learning of the various skills necessary for fire service
• Evaluate student performance
• Conduct formative and summative assessment of student learning
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment, displaying and requiring professionalism in all activities
• Work collaboratively with Midland Fire Department and other affiliates on meeting program goals and learning outcomes
• Adapt and apply laboratory methods, practices, and techniques
• Follow health and safety procedures and regulations
• Work with minimal direct supervision
• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum three years experience in the provision of fire services
• Current minimum required certifications:
  Texas Commission on Fire Protection Firefighter-Basic and Instructor I
• Knowledge of modern municipal fire service principles, practices, and procedures, including the operation and maintenance of various types of fire apparatus and equipment utilized in training
• Proficient in the English language
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Associate's degree from an accredited institution or higher
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection…