Adjunct Faculty - Fire Science Department (Spring 2026)

Central Arizona College • Coolidge, AZ

132d • $900

About The Position

The Central Arizona College Fire Science Department is seeking several part-time adjunct faculty to teach various courses face-to-face or online, either virtually via synchronous live video streaming, or via asynchronous online modalities.

Requirements

• Four (4) years of fire service-related experience in a training/instructional position with responsibility for designing, developing, presenting, and/or evaluating training activities.
• Valid Arizona certifications for Firefighter I and II.
• Valid Arizona certifications Fire Instructor I.

Nice To Haves

• Current NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor II.
• 1403 Live Fire-Fixed Facility Instructor.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes in accordance with college policy and in the assigned modalities, including face-to-face, online synchronous (live streaming), online asynchronous, hybrid (online & face-to-face), Weekend College, accelerated, evening or late start classes on any campus, site or center as directed by division chair or program director.
• Provide and present information, content, and context through lecture, laboratory, recitation, seminars and/or other learning venues utilizing a variety of teaching/learning styles as appropriate to the course content.
• Employ a variety of assessment tools; evaluate grades and comment on student work in a timely fashion in order to facilitate and ensure student progress throughout the course.
• Communicate with students as appropriate. This may include email, online discussions, virtual chats within the Learning Management System, instant messaging (IM), telephone and/or face-to-face consultations to provide frequent feedback. Refer students to appropriate college and community services when needed.
• Communicate to students when and how you will be available to assist students outside of scheduled class time.
• Maintain records of student progress and performance; complete and return required reports to the appropriate office by established due date.
• Develop, prepare and evaluate instructional materials, as required by chair or director.
• Write and develop syllabi and course calendars, in accordance with college policy.
• Review and update course outlines and syllabi, and provide input on text selection when appropriate, in cooperation with other faculty and appropriate division chair or program director as necessary.
• Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary.
• Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting.
• Recognize the goals and mission of the college to maintain a positive professional and educational environment that promotes student success and enhances community relations.
• Attend and participate in professional development activities.
• Cultivate development of instructional programs and knowledge of trends, pedagogy, andragogy, and new technologies.
• Participate in the evaluation process as defined by Policies and Procedures.

Benefits

• $900 per credit hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services