Part-Time Fire Teaching Assistant - District Wide

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships. The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community. You belong here. See why you will love working at NWTC. Department: Public Safety Reports To: Dean or Associate Dean LOCATION: District Wide - Position requires availability to instruct on campus and in flexible delivery modes. STANDARD HOURS: Hours vary based upon student demand MINIMUM STARTING RATE OF PAY: $25.00 per hour POSITION SUMMARY The Fire Teaching Assistant Instructor the mission and values of the college providing supportive instruction to any lead instructor and all students participating within the courses assigned. The Assistant Instructor will maintain knowledge of all current curriculum knowledge, license or certifications, and awareness of current successful teaching strategies for student success. The Fire Teaching Assistant will maintain communication with all necessary departments and instructors. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Complies with College and lead instructor policies and directions regarding student testing, record keeping, providing grades on a timely basis. Complies with all aspects of Board policies and work rules. Maintains an effective line of communications with students, customer-based clientele, college community members, other full-time faculty, and adjunct faculty members. Evaluates student performance and provides regular feedback in courses taught. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE Firefighter 1 Certified, Firefighter 2 Certified, Emergency Services Instructor 1 Certified Class B CDL Preferred 2 years with a Fire Department Maintain required certifications, licenses for teaching in respective curriculum. Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Districts standard insurance policy terms. Microsoft Office Suite, Internet navigation, various online learning-based program navigation, PeopleSoft experience preferred Other Requirements: Educational teaching strategies and motivational techniques for classroom instruction Ability to learn and use technology and alternative delivery methods, including but not limited to: online instruction and the use of distance education. Skill in oral and written communications. Ability to adapt to new and emerging technologies and incorporate them into the curriculum. Ability to work in a team environment is essential. Ability to work non-standard hours including evening or weekend hours. **An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered Preferred Qualifications: Previous teaching experience with adult learners is desirable. Possibility to secure and maintain a Wisconsin Technical College System Provisional Certification. Skills and Abilities: Student Success: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that support student recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives. Values: Demonstrate behaviors and action that support the College’s values Collaboration: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that create respectful environments and services for all, and the ability to work effectively across differences in background and experience. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility: Ability to move around the campus to attend meetings and events. In addition, must be able to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery. May be required to work from lifts, ladders, and scaffolding. Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in using hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, tools, controls, and/or heavy equipment and machinery. Capability to push, pull, and/or maneuver equipment as needed. PPE: To wear and work in personnel protective equipment as needed. Heavy Lifting: Capability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance. Visual and Auditory: Ability to read documents and communicate effectively with students and staff. Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We strive to accommodate any individual who requires adjustments to ensure a fair and equal employment process. If you require specific accommodations during the application and/or screening process due to a disability or other reasons, please contact Talent and Culture at talentandculture@nwtc.edu or 920-498-6286. Northeast Wisconsin Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Talent and Culture. NWTC does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, creed, marital status, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genetic testing or other applicable legislated categories. Inquiries regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs at 920-498-6823 or nondiscrimination@nwtc.edu. NWTC recognizes that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed on the job opening, please still consider applying. Apply to the positions you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and any new postings that might interest you! Students choose NWTC to get high quality, affordable education to prepare for rewarding careers or to start their bachelor’s degrees. Nearly 95 percent of our grads have careers within six months of graduation; 78.8 percent of those grads are employed in their career fields. Plus, hundreds of graduates continue their education through NWTC’s transfer agreements with 40 other colleges/universities. For over 100 years, NWTC has pioneered programming to meet the needs of students and the community. The College provides education and training that enable students to gain real world experience for family-sustaining jobs and a solid start on their bachelor’s degrees. NWTC is in constant partnership with employers to ensure we are producing highly skilled graduates for the workforce. When it comes to student success, NWTC has set the standard for the state’s technical colleges. In 2010, NWTC was the first college in Wisconsin to join Achieving the Dream, a nonprofit dedicated to helping community college students succeed. Student success is at the center of our work. As a result, in 2021, NWTC earned the highest honor from Achieving the Dream, the Leah Meyer Austin Award, which recognizes bold, transformational changes that put access, and student success at the center of their institutional priorities. In 2025, NWTC was named a top 10 finalist for the prestigious Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. NWTC offers the opportunity to work in a professional and stimulating environment where the intended culture of belonging and a holistic view of the employee is promoted. We empower employees to be their best selves and contribute to engagement and innovation. We are committed to promoting a learning environment where employees and students of differing perspectives and backgrounds pursue career and academic goals embraced in an environment of respect and shared inquiry. The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community. Benefits of working at NWTC are measurable in ways such as motivation for improved personal and professional relationships and a cohesive work environment. We provide our employees with a high-quality compensation and benefits package and professional development opportunities. If you want to shape the lives of our students– and be respected for your work – you’ll feel at home in the NWTC culture. NWTC offers the opportunity to work in a professional and stimulating environment where the intended culture of belonging and a holistic view of the employee is promoted. We empower employees to be their best selves and contribute to engagement and innovation. We are committed to promoting a learning environment where employees and students of differing perspectives and backgrounds pursue career and academic goals embraced in an environment of respect and shared inquiry.