FIRE/EMT Instructor - 2025-2026 School Year

Posting Opens February 21, 2025           Posting Closes March 2, 2025

The Akron Board of Education announces a possible opening for a Fire/EMT Instructor, Schedule 380 (190 days), salary TBD. Extended time may be required before and/or after the school year for this position which would be compensated at the hourly extended time rate. Collective Bargaining Unit- AEA. This is a State Teachers Retirement System position.

 Application must be made electronically through http://www.applitrack.com/akron/onlineapp/.

Please upload a letter of interest, resume, and a current copy of appropriate license, in addition to completing the online application. The Superintendent reserves the right to either keep the position open until suitable applicants are found or to cancel and repost the position with such changes as may be deemed appropriate. For further information, please contact Nate Ruyan, Coordinator, College and Career Academies, 330-761-3006 or Human Resources, 330-761-2753.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Currently hold a Career Technical teaching license issued by the state of Ohio and eligible to teach courses in the Law & Public Safety (P6) pathway; or

• Eligible for teaching certificate documented by a current CTE-36:

• Complete the eligibility process as determined by your level of formal education.

• The State Department of Education will determine applicant's eligibility for

• certification using the CTE-36, Qualification Evaluation Form. This form is available from the Office of College and Career Academies, 330-761-2883.

• The following indicates your current level of formal education and the minimum years of recent employment required:

  • Bachelor's Degree with evidence of at least two years of recent work experience which supports the APS curriculum; or

  • Associate/Technical degree with evidence of at least three years of recent work experience which supports the APS curriculum; or

  • High school diploma or equivalent and evidence of at least five years of recent work experience which supports the APS curriculum.

• New hires, not currently certified, must be eligible to enroll in a teacher education program leading to a five-year teaching license.

• In addition to teacher licensure, the applicant will:

• Possess a current and valid firefighter certificate that is in good standing.

• Possess a valid instructor’s certificate to teach the Fire Fighter Level II as identified by the Department of Public Safety Division of EMS is required.

• Possess an  EMT-B Instructors Certification issued by the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• In the preceding seven years, shall have been certified for at least five years as a firefighter.

• Must meet or complete all other requirements per OAC 4765-21-03.

Desired:

• Obtain and keep current all industry standards certification/credentials or designations required by the state for career technical funding

• Meet all district requirements for entry-year teachers including Four-Year Resident Educator and/or PAR

• A commitment to annually updating Educational and Trade skills

• A commitment to working with students, professionals, and community members in a multi-cultural setting

• Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications

• Current Akron Public Schools employment desirable, but not a prerequisite

Position Description:

• Work with the Office of College and Career Academies and be responsible for the program, recruitment of students, collaborate with community partnerships, market program successes, develop course of study, plan in-service, participate in group activities and take part in action research when appropriate.

• Work with the Office of College and Career Academies to design, organize, and deliver skill-training program as outlined by the Quality Program Rubric.

• Assist in the development of the curriculum outline, guides and graded course of study utilizing the appropriate standards for the program in accordance with guidelines of the Ohio Department of Education.

• Plan, instruct, and manage required student occupational opportunities through school-based learning, work-based learning, and connective activities. Examples include, but are not limited to, classroom instruction, speakers' bureau, field experiences, shadowing, internships, mentoring, college visits, early placement, advanced training options, and apprenticeships.

• Establish and work closely with an Academy Advisory Board as outlined by the Quality Program Rubric.

• Work with the Local Professional Development Committee (LPDC) to develop an Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP), as mandated by the State of Ohio to maintain proper certification/license.

• Keep in close contact with the home through phone calls, visits, parent/teacher conferences, report card pickup, and written communications.

• Promote and participate in local, state, and national student organization activities.

• Assist in developing, maintaining, and modifying student's Individual 10 year Plan and utilize an online college and career advising platform. The passport should list occupational skills obtained at the conclusion of the training program and individual long-term goals.

• Provide students pathways to further education, including instructional and/or support for dual enrollment and post-secondary options.

• Assist students in securing employment.

• Provide students pathways to obtain industry certification/credentials.

• Work to improve student outcomes and test scores whenever possible especially the Ohio Graduation Test, the Ohio Career Technical Assessment through practical applications of academic standards.

• Enhance classroom instruction by implementing technology.

• Maintain a complete file of all necessary work permits, student identification material, internship, early- placement material which includes, but is not limited to, permission slips, training agreements, training plans, parent-student agreement, and documentation of employment supervision.

• Operate the laboratory, when open to customer service (where applicable), in an industry-approved method incorporating acceptable business practices.

• Complete necessary reports, forms, and accounting procedures required by the building principal, Office of College and Career Pathways, Auditor, and the Treasurer.

• Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment in the laboratory.

• Report to and carry out any other responsibilities as assigned by the building principal.

• FMLA regulations require all employers to post the updated FMLA notice.

If you require any special services (such as interpreter, braille or large print, or wheelchair accessible accommodations) covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Public  Law 101-336, Section 102, please call the Department of Human Resources at 330-761-2949. If you  are using a TTY/TTD, please call the Ohio Relay Service, 1-800-750-0750. 

Akron Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of  race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability,  age, religion, military status, ancestry or genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes").