Hours of Work: Up to 20 Hours Per Week
Job Status: Permanent Casual
Wage: $28 - $32 per hour
Location: Remote
Competition Number: 2026-019
Job Summary
CFAA Instructors are expected to deliver skills education and practice as outlined in the CFAA course Lesson Plans for Fire alarm Technicians. Theses instructors are expected to promote and pursue high standards of teaching and learning. They are to plan their lessons, instruct and evaluate students within the guidelines set by CFAA and CTS Canadian Career College Inc., manage their classroom time, effectively communicate with students and be able to teach in a virtual classroom. They are expected to be aware of and adhere to all applicable standards, regulations, policies and procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities
Academic
1.0 Ensure students are being taught in accordance with approved curriculum
2.0 Foster an environment of co-operation and co-ordination among instructional staff
3.0 Participate in the student appeal process when required
Administrative
4.0 Assist with tracking student hours in accordance with college procedures
5.0 Attend graduation ceremonies
6.0 Implement and follow the policies and procedures established by the College
7.0 Participate in meetings with staff when required
8.0 Participate in student orientations
9.0 Maintain proper records of student meetings
10.0 Submit monthly reports to the program coordinator
11.0 Provide constructive feedback to the CFAA Program Coordinator on course and program improvements to be later evaluated by the CTS CCC Advisory Committee for possible implementation
Instructional
12.0 Teach students using a systematic plan that consists of lectures, demonstrations, discussion groups, interactive activities, independent and group projects
13.0 Inform students, beforehand, of the basis upon which their performance will be evaluated;
14.0 Organize and effectively use classroom time
15.0 Use instruction techniques/methods that recognize and take into account needs and learning capacities of students
16.0 Modify techniques during instruction in response to the needs of the students
17.0 Assist students in developing efficient learning skills and work habits
18.0 Ensure all course objectives and modules are taught according to the program schedules
19.0 Implement course outlines and daily breakdowns
20.0 Modify course outlines in light of the needs of the students
21.0 Establish an appropriate atmosphere in the classroom which is conducive to learning
22.0 Maintain fair, firm and consistent discipline with the students
23.0 Regularly monitor student progress and adjust courses accordingly
24.0 Prepare teaching materials and outlines for courses
25.0 Prepare, administer and mark tests and papers to evaluate students' progress
26.0 Provide individualized tutorial or remedial instruction to students who require it
27.0 Supervise independent or group projects
28.0 Base the evaluation of students on the guidelines established by the College
29.0 Ensure that the evaluation of students is appropriate;
30.0 Keep accurate and complete records of student performance
31.0 Ensure all evaluation records are regularly updated on the college’s electronic server;
32.0 Prepare final examinations in accordance with guidelines established on the course outline
33.0 Provide timely feedback to students regarding academic progress
34.0 Identify academic weaknesses in students early in the program
35.0 Meet with students and develop action plans to correct study activities or clarify topics
36.0 Complete Action Plans for each student absence and Student Progress Reports for any attendance or academic issues
37.0 Prepare practice scenarios in accordance with guidelines established in the lesson plans ensuring that course objectives are appropriately covered. Submit test scenarios and final scenarios to Program Coordinator for approval prior to use. Utilize the provided Skills Stations sheets for assessment of Skills Stations test results
Other
38.0 Maintain complete and accurate documentation in areas of responsibility
39.0 Other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Qualifications
Education
Successful candidate must have a CFAA certificate and currently hold a valid CFAA Technician License.
Experience
Successful candidate must have 2 years experience working as a CFAA Technician and maintained their Technician license. Candidates with greater experience in the field are preferred.
Knowledge
i. Familiar with Career Colleges
ii. Ontario Career Colleges Act
iii. Accessibility of Ontarians Disability Act - Customer Service Standard
iv. Building Code
v. Fire code
vi. Electrical code
vii. ULC Standards for Fire Alarm System inspection, verification, and installations
Skills
i. English communication specific for fire and safety
ii. Fire alarm systems & fire safety
iii. Life safety systems electronics (LSSE)
iv. Life safety systems electricity
v. Fire alarm applications
vi. Google Suite (Gmail, calendar, Sheets, Docs, etc.)
vii. Adobe Connect
viii. Moodle
Abilities
i. Work with competing priorities and deadlines
ii. Deliver lectures
iii. Conduct yourself professionally at all times
iv. Communicate with internal staff and external community members
Working Conditions
i. Position location: Remote
ii. Work environment: Virtual Classroom
iii. Hours of work: Typical hours are up to 20 hours/week - Courses 2-3 Weeks in Duration
iv. Schedule of work: 830AM -1230AM EST
Compensation
The successful candidate can expect a starting rate of $28.00 - $32.00 per hour.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected] and identify the position and location that you are applying for in the subject line.
CTS Canadian Career College and Modern College of Hairstyling and Esthetics is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Types: Casual, Permanent
Pay: $28.00-$32.00 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- Fire Safety Technician: 2 years (required)
Work Location: Remote
