Adjunct Instructor – Early Childhood Education

Fox Valley Technical College • Appleton, WI

2d • $45 • Hybrid

About The Position

Adjunct Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the on-going development of instructional strategies that meet the needs of students and employers and promote student success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related and appropriate field. (Based on experience and expertise, an individual with an Associate’s Degree or equivalent may be considered)
• Minimum of at least 4,000 hours in the field within the last five years.
• Qualified per FVTC requirements at time of, and throughout employment as an instructor.
• Must also meet and maintain Higher Learning Commission (HLC) requirements, Faculty Quality Assurance Standards (FQAS), and/or other job specific licensing standards.
• Knowledge of current educational methods and strategies, including learner-centered instruction, assessment, evaluation and collaborative techniques and strategies that address closing the gap in student access and achievement across race, gender and disability.
• Proficiency utilizing learning management system.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Adapt quickly to changing demands, assignments, and circumstances to meet student needs.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with various audiences.
• Engage in continuous improvement in the quality of instruction by embracing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
• Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching or training experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster student learning by developing appropriate instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and support student engagement.
• Create learning experiences that integrate multiple delivery methodologies and instructional technologies to maximize student success, such as hybrid, in-person, virtual, and on-line course delivery.
• Assess student learning and provide regular feedback to help students be successful.
• Use data to measure quality outcomes related to student persistence, retention, completion rate, course success, and learning and to design improvement strategies based on the evidence.
• Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student attendance and grade records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, housekeeping, and equipment security, and ensure opportunities for student/engagement evaluation.
• Support the college by engaging with the division, department, and team members, as well as staying current with internal and external changes and initiatives.
• Build and maintain ongoing relationships with community, industry, and clinical partners.
• Proactively promote the College and our programs.
• Serve as an advocate for students and collaborate with Student Services staff to retain students, close achievement gaps, and help all students be successful.
• Continually improve knowledge and skills in emerging trends, current occupational practices and teaching through professional development activities, networking with regional industry leaders, and the integration of new techniques and technology.
• Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation.

Benefits

• In this position you will automatically be enrolled in the FICA Alternative Retirement Plan which helps you start save for retirement.
• Work-life balance is supported through flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions) and wellbeing programs.
• Professional development opportunities include training.
• Additional perks at the Appleton Main Campus include an onsite dental clinic, fitness center, Parent/Child Center (onsite child care), library, café, printing services, Trilogy Salon & Spa, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees