Adjunct Faculty - Economics Instructor

Moraine Park Technical College•Fond du Lac, WI

1d•$40 - $44•Remote

About The Position

Moraine Park Technical College is seeking an Adjunct Faculty - Economics Instructor to teach online, asynchronous courses and support or develop curriculum. The role is primarily delivered online and is affiliated with the College’s Fond du Lac campus. Instruction is approximately 3.5 hours per week, in addition to curriculum contract work. The position is starting immediately. Adjunct pay rates start at $39.85 per hour, based on course configuration; curriculum contract compensation varies based on course credits and work. The successful candidate will have a master’s degree in Economics, or a master’s degree in another field or discipline plus 18 graduate credits in Economics. Candidates must also have two years (4,000 hours) of paid work experience related to the program(s) being taught, including one year (2,000 hours) acquired within the past five years. In lieu of that year of recent work experience, two years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within the past five years may be considered. This teaching experience means eight semesters of part-time teaching or four semesters of full-time teaching at an accredited institution. The instructor prepares and facilitates learning, establishes a professional and safe learning environment, supports student learning and success, and may contribute to curriculum development and updating. The role also involves maintaining student records and confidentiality, providing timely feedback, promoting College programs and services, building relationships with community partners, and completing required professional development and training.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Economics, or a master’s degree in any field or discipline plus 18 graduate credits in Economics.
Two years (4,000 hours) of paid work experience related to the program(s) being taught, including one year (2,000 hours) of paid work experience acquired within the past five years; alternatively, two years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within the past five years may be considered.
For the teaching-experience alternative, two years means eight semesters of part-time teaching or four semesters of full-time teaching at an accredited institution.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and promote and maintain an inclusive work environment and culture that is respectful and accepting of diversity.
Maintain or obtain applicable Higher Learning Commission, Faculty Quality Assurance System, agency, and licensure requirements upon hire, as required for accreditation.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with secondary, post-secondary, and adult learners.
Ability to adapt teaching to multiple modalities, including in-person, online, video conferencing, and Teams.

Responsibilities

Prepare for and facilitate learning in assigned courses according to the College’s core values.
Establish a professional and safe learning environment and model appropriate workplace skills and behavior.
Maintain a positive learning climate through classroom management and by monitoring and enforcing the Student Code of Conduct.
Meet student learning needs by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and assessments.
Maintain student confidentiality, records, and documentation as required by FERPA, and submit grades within the expected timeframe.
Provide timely verbal and written feedback to students to support their growth and development.
May participate in developing, implementing, evaluating, and updating curriculum.
Assist with student recruitment and positively promote College programs and services.
Promote retention and student success by referring students to College services and resources.
Maintain ongoing relationships with K-12, Department of Corrections, community, and industry partners beyond the classroom.
Maintain proficient knowledge and skills in emerging trends and current occupational practices.
Complete annual professional development activities in Faculty Quality Assurance Standards competencies and complete all required training.
Upon hire, maintain or obtain Higher Learning Commission, Faculty Quality Assurance System, and other agency requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation, if applicable.