Adjunct – Fire Science

Rock Valley College; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Rock Valley College in Rockford, IL seeks an Adjunct for Fire Science to deliver courses, develop syllabi, and align activities with learning objectives while supporting diverse learners.

The role requires emergency services experience, instructional certifications, and a commitment to community college teaching standards; duties include office hours, grading, record keeping, and participation in faculty meetings.

Qualifications

• Flexibility in work schedule is necessary.
• Interest in serving a diverse student population is essential.
• 5 years or more fire experience and
• IL OSFM FF2 or Basic Operations Firefighter certification
• Lead Instructor: IL OSFM Instructor II Certificate
• Supporting Instructor: IL OSFM Instructor I Certificate

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction for Fire Science courses, ensuring content is accessible and engaging.
• Utilize Rock Valley College LMS for grading, assignments, and records.
• Develop and organize course content aligned with objectives.
• Select textbooks and teaching materials; adhere to class times.
• Offer weekly office hours for student interaction.
• Maintain instructional materials and equipment as needed.
• Assess student progress and provide timely grades.
• Prepare reports on course performance as requested.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Diversity & inclusion

Fire experience 5+ years

FF2 certification

Instructor II certificate

Instructor I certificate

Education

Associates Degree in Fire Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Related Field

Job description

Position Title: Adjunct (Fire Science)

Department: Fire Science (FRE)

Division: Health Sciences

Employee Status: Adjunct (Fall, Spring, and/or Summer Semesters)

Group: NA

Grade: Adjunct

FLSA: Non-Exempt

ICCB Classification: Teaching

Issued:02/2025

Rock Valley College does not offer sponsorship for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to: Dean of Health Sciences

Supervision Exercised: None

Job Summary

Reporting to the Dean, Adjunct Faculty will develop course syllabi and design lessons, activities, assignments, and assessments that accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring students achieve the course objectives and outcomes. They will apply learner-centered teaching principles to engage and inspire students, encouraging active participation throughout the educational experience. Adjunct Faculty are also responsible for evaluating student performance, maintaining accurate and timely records, and ensuring the completion of attendance verifications, academic progress reports, and final course grades.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Additional related duties may be assigned.

• Deliver instruction for Fire Science courses, ensuring that content is accessible and engaging.
• Utilize Rock Valley College’s designated Learning Management System (LMS) for grading, assignments, student communication, and record-keeping.
• Develop and organize course content, assigning relevant coursework that aligns with learning objectives.
• Select and implement appropriate textbooks and teaching materials, while adhering to scheduled class times.
• Offer availability for student interaction, including at least one hour of office hours weekly per 3-credit-hour course.
• Maintain and manage necessary instructional materials and equipment, as needed.
• Participate in the assessment of student learning and progress to enhance course effectiveness.
• Accurately track and maintain student records, assess student performance, and submit grades in a timely manner.
• Prepare and submit required reports regarding course/class performance as requested.
• Attend required faculty, division, and in-service training meetings to stay aligned with departmental and institutional goals.
• Stay current with the latest research, journals, and best practices in the field of developmental mathematics.
• Adhere to all applicable policies, including the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), as well as other relevant laws and regulations governing higher education at Rock Valley College.
• Commitment to the community college mission.
• Ability to meet physical ability standards necessary to effectively educate Fire Science students.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Flexibility in work schedule is necessary. Interest in serving a diverse student population is essential.
• Associates Degree in Fire Science or Bachelor’s Degree in Related Field
• 5 years or more fire experience and
• IL OSFM FF2 or Basic Operations Firefighter certification
• Lead Instructor: IL OSFM Instructor II Certificate
• Supporting Instructor: IL OSFM Instructor I Certificate

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science or related field
• OSFM Instructor II certification
• Current or previous IDPH EMS licensure (EMT or paramedic)
• Prior community college and/or fire service teaching experience
• OSFM Fire Officer I Certification

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works both indoors and outdoors. Standard classroom equipment and software are utilized. Standard fire service activities are conducted on-campus and at satellite locations.

Physical Demands

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Strength: Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (e.g., equipment, hoses, ladders, victims).
• Endurance: Ability to perform sustained physical activity and work for extended periods.
• Agility and Mobility: Ability to climb ladders and stairs, traverse uneven terrain, crawl through confined spaces, and maintain balance in challenging environments.
• Sensory Abilities: Reliance on sight, hearing, smell, and touch to assess situations, maintain safety, and make critical decisions.