Job Description

Job Number: FAC00377P

Position Title: Fire Technology & Wildland Fire Instructor, Part-Time

Position Type: Faculty Hourly Pool

Percentage Employee: Not to exceed 60%

Starting Date: As Needed - This is to establish a pool for future part-time teaching positions.

Salary: Dependent upon academic background and educational experience. Please visit our website at http://www.riohondo.edu/hr/hr-documents/ to see the faculty salary schedule.

FLSA: Exempt

Department: Administration of Justice & Fire Technology (Dept)

Open Date: 09/25/2025

Closing Date: 03/25/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Essential Duties

Knowledge of: Current theory and practice within the subject discipline, Principles and best practices of effective teaching, Learning theories, both pedagogical and andragogical, Student learning outcomes and methods of assessment, Community college curricula, Community and campus resources, services, programs, and professionals available to students, Methods of gathering, analyzing, and preparing data, Modern computing technology, Record keeping techniques with regard to student enrollment, attendance, and progress.

Ability to: Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject field or discipline, Deliver course curricula in various learning styles, Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability and ethnic background of community college students, Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the educational experience, Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality, Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using tact, patience, and courtesy, Establish and maintain effective working relationships, both on and off-campus, Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action, Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within subject field or discipline.

Minimum Qualifications

Any Bachelors degree and two years of professional experience, or any associates degree and six years of professional experience. OR A valid California Community College Credential authorizing service in the appropriate subject matter areas. AND Demonstrate a sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Equivalencies

1) An Associate degree in fire technology or related area; AND/OR 2) a combination of successfully completed coursework totaling at least twelve (12) units at the baccalaureate level in the area in which the equivalency is requested, PLUS evidence of at least three (3) years experience in a related career area.

Responsibilities

Assignment(s) may include teaching courses in any field related to the public safety career fields, as assigned during day, evening and weekend hours. Other duties and responsibilities include teaching responsibilities describe in Board Policies, California Education Code and Faculty Association Contract. Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among students through appropriate assignments and activities in one-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructional settings. Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, other institutions of higher education, lifelong learning resource, and effective study skills; refer students to support services, programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate. Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours. Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines and student learning outcomes to maximize student learning in alignment with department, college, and District goals; implement the student performance objectives as listed on the official course outline of record. Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, and student learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner. Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks, manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, with discipline faculty; order instructional materials according to campus bookstore procedure to ensure timely deliver. Revise and update course content and materials of instruction in accordance with new theory, application, and industry developments within the discipline or area of specialization. Update syllabi; collaborate with discipline faculty on a regular basis to assess and revise measurable student performance indicators for each course. May participate in curriculum and program development; may provide input into the development of student learning outcomes. May attend and participate on committees and in department, division, campus, and District meetings. May participate in articulation and matriculation related activities. Perform related duties as assigned. May include working in a para-military atmosphere for professional vocational academies (i.e. marching, physical training, weapons range, heavy lifting, climbing ladders, fighting fires, hiking, etc.)

Desired Qualifications

Registered Instructor with California Fire Marshal State Fire Training (FSTEP and CFSTES Courses) Firefighter 1 and 2 Skills Evaluator Firefighter 1 and 2 Instructor Valid EMT or PM Certification/License Truck Academy Course Completion NWCG Qualified Instructor

Position Description

Applications are now being accepted to develop a list of qualified candidates for Fire Technology & Wildland Fire Instructor, Part-Time or hourly as needed teaching assignments.

Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PT on the closing date. Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed. Rio Hondo College online application (which includes supplemental questions) Résumé/Curriculum Vitae Complete transcripts of all college/university studies, including degree earned (copies will be accepted). NOTE: Transcripts from multiple colleges/universities may need to be scanned as one document, then uploaded. Transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date (please circle conferral date on transcripts). Transcripts without this information and online applications without transcripts will be disqualified. PAPER APPLICATIONS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS SENT VIA MAIL, FAX, OR EMAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. NOTE THAT ALL CORRESPONDENCE, INCLUDING INTERVIEW INVITATIONS, WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL.