Instructor, Fire Academy

Cuyahoga Community College; Parma Heights (OH); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Cuyahoga Community College seeks a part-time Fire Academy instructor to teach Firefighter I & II and related EMS programs in accordance with Ohio and American Heart Association curricula.

The role requires coordinating student performance, maintaining records, and delivering professional instruction within a high‑fidelity fire training environment. Candidates must hold Ohio firefighter/EMS certifications and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in related field is required.
• Firefighter II, EMS provider, or equivalent Ohio certifications are required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Willingness to travel to class locations as needed and provide hands-on instruction.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Firefighter I & II certification and EMS programs per Ohio/AHA curricula.
• Coordinate and evaluate student performance through established assessment methods.
• Provide feedback and foster an engaging learning environment.
• Maintain accurate attendance and academic records per college policies.
• Collaborate with staff and industry partners to update curricular objectives.

Skills

Student assessment

Fire/EMS knowledge

Judgment and discretion

Independent work

Team collaboration

Industry partnerships

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

Firefighter II certification

EMS instructor certification

OSHA/ safety certifications

Job description

Position Details

Department: Fire Academy

Location: KeyBank Public Safety Training Center

Reports To: Program Manager, Fire Academy

Employment Type: Part-Time Faculty

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: Hours based on program needs

Job Description

Summary

Provides instruction of courses in Firefighter I & II certification, advanced fire and EMS programs including American Heart Association classes, according to state of Ohio and AHA approved curriculum. The instructor must be able to coordinate and evaluate student performance through various evaluation processes.

Essential Functions

• Provides appropriate feedback to students
• Provides a learning environment appropriate for enhancing academic progress
• Provides instructional methodologies consistent with student needs within the program guidelines
• Provides well-defined goals for student achievements
• Motivates and encourage optimum achievement in students
• Maintains up-to-date academic and attendance records in compliance with school and regulatory organization policies and guidelines
• Delivers instruction materials professionally and consistently within program curricular guidelines
• Assists in updating, revising, and implementing curricular objectives and content
• Fosters effective communication between students, staff, and administration
• Collects and analyzes program and participant data to ensure programs meet industry needs
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• High School diploma or equivalent with at least one (1) of the following required qualifications:
  • Valid State of Ohio Firefighter II certification
  • Valid State of Ohio Fire & Emergency Services Instructor certification
  • Valid State of Ohio Fire Safety Inspector certification
  • Valid State of Ohio Hazard Recognition Officer certification
  • Valid State of Ohio EMS provider certification
  • Valid America Heart Associate Instructor certification
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and ability to meet the College’s insurability requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS And ABILITIES

• Ability to determine needs of students and identify solutions
• Possess knowledge of firefighting and/or EMS operations and training equipment
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in the performance of duties
• Ability to work independently as well as in small interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to work with industry partners and governmental agencies
• Ability to cultivate relationships and effectively collaborate with diverse groups of stakeholders
• Team Player with a track record of leading and inspiring others
• Ability to travel locally and regionally to locations of classes
• Possess a solid commitment to providing excellent customer service
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Possess strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work accurately with great attention to detail
• Possess basic-level proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent software
• Possess sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

Competencies

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Service Focus
• Quality of Work
• Communication

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

• Adaptability
• Collaboration

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

• Continuous Improvement
• Time Utilization

Preferred Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

• Associate’s degree in related field
• Experience in practical application of firefighting and fire training
• Experience in practical application of EMS care and EMS training

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

(The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• The work is partially performed in a standard, professional environment;
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated;
• Work is partially performed in the fire training facility; with exposure to extreme heat, noise that may cause an employee to shout in order to be heard, hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, flames, working in high places or exposure to chemicals.
• Work requires ability to stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Work is partially performed in an environment with conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dust, mists, and gases
• Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

Special Note

If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure .

This is a Part-Time Non-Bargaining Unit Position, with the following Set Rate of Pay: $37.00/hour.

Affirmative Action Statement

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.