Instructor of Fire Science - Adjunct Pool

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13785362 Instructor of Fire Science - Adjunct Pool McHenry County College Salary: $1,129.57 - $1,257.21 Annually Location: McHenry County College - 8900 Northwest Hwy 14, Crystal Lake, IL Job Type: Adjunct Faculty Job Number: 202600070 Division: Academic Affairs Department: Business, Social Sciences & Public Services FLSA: Exempt Bargaining Unit: AFA Target Hire Rate: $1,129.57 - $1,257.21 Per Contact Hour (Rate Per Semester) Pay Grade: ADJ Workweek Schedule dependent upon assigned classes. Salaries are dependent upon education and semesters taught at MCC per the MCC Adjunct Faculty Agreement FY24-FY25 through FY26-FY27 (Download PDF reader) For inquiries regarding minimum qualifications, email [email protected] Position Summary MCC Fire Science Adjunct Instructors are part-time Instructors responsible for instructing entry-level and experienced fire science students in a variety of fire service related topics including, but not limited to: fire behavior, tactics, water supply, and ventilation. Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities Essential functions and responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Teach courses as assigned by the College. - Available to teach daytime, evening, or weekend classes, as needed - Available for student conferences either before or after class, and by College email if necessary - Develop syllabus using MCC syllabus template - Work cooperatively within the department, the division, and throughout the College in striving for educational excellence - Conduct regular assessment of student learning - Maintain and submit accurate student and course-related paperwork and data needed for College purposes in a timely fashion - Document and report attendance daily and maintain and submit accurate attendance records weekly - Submit grade reports electronically by the required date - Utilize a variety of teaching styles in order to satisfy the different learning styles of students - Utilize computer-based instruction and databases when necessary Required Qualifications - Fire Science Trainers may qualify in one of four ways: 1. Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Criminal Justice or related field from an accredited institution and 2,000 hours of related work experience 2. Associate of Applied Science degree in Fire Science or EMS from an accredited institution or State Fire Marshal Certification in related field and 2,000 hours of related work experience; 3. Office of the State Fire Marshal Instructor I certification, 10,000 hours of Fire Service experience, or EMT-B Illinois licensure or previous EMT-B or EMT-P licensure, and 2,000 hours of related work experience; 4. Certification as an officer through a nationally accredited organization such as ProBoard or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress and 2,000 hours of related work experience - Five years Fire Service experience - Experience teaching Fire Service courses {=html} - Willingness to use educational technology (i.e. course management platform such as Canvas) - Demonstrated commitment to professional growth, especially regarding contemporary exp rtise specific to assigned teaching content - Commitment to the mission of the community college, and to teaching and motivating community college students in ways appropriate to their diverse backgrounds and learning styles - Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills Equal Employment Opportunity McHenry County College declares and reaffirms a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. The College will make all decisions regarding admission, employment, participation in educational programs, or activities, without discrimination on grounds of race, color, creed or religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disabilities, military status, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge from military service, or other factors prohibited by law. Decisions regarding employment include hiring, promotion, termination, wages or salaries, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. MCC is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible college community. To request reasonabl