Impactful Fire Science Adjunct Instructor

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

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.