Position Summary
Ontario Fire Academy is seeking an experienced Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or Emergency First Responder (EFR) Instructor with Canadian Red Cross Instructor qualifications. The ideal candidate will deliver both classroom-based and practical, scenario-driven training to diverse groups of students.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate and teach assigned courses in alignment with the College curriculum, course standards, and outcomes.
- Conduct written, oral, and practical student evaluations.
- Create a positive, inclusive learning environment accommodating diverse cultural and educational backgrounds and learning styles.
- Maintain professional behaviour and actions consistent with College policies and standards.
- Pursue ongoing professional development and maintain certifications as required.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of training programs and College operations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Emergency First Responder (EFR) Instructor Certificate
- Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Instructor Certificate
- Red Cross Instructor Trainer Certificate
- Canadian Armed Forces experience
Required Qualifications
- Registered Canadian Red Cross Instructor
- In-depth knowledge of Canadian Red Cross training standards.
- Strong background in professional first aid education and training operations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of adult education principles, curriculum development, and eLearning technology.
- Ability to design and deliver engaging course content across varied media.
- Strong research, evaluation, and time-management skills to develop and administer assessments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to work both collaboratively in team settings and independently.
- Demonstrates professionalism, ethics, and values-based behaviour.
- Strong relationship-building and networking abilities to support College objectives.
- Experience with change management and continuous improvement initiatives (asset).
- Ability to remain calm and act effectively in high-pressure or stressful situations.
- Demonstrated ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $47.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have Red Cross EMR/EFR Instructor Certificate?
Work Location: In person