Adjunct Instructor - Fire (non-credit)

Western Technical College•La Crosse, WI

57d•$36•Onsite

About The Position

Western Technical College is a preferred employer in the 7 Rivers Region Western and is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all co-workers. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others learn, dedicated to serving students, and committed to the principles of equity and social justice. Western believes that serving the full breadth of our student and co-worker populations requires cultural competency and enthusiasm for diversity of all kinds. We recognize the intersectional nature of discrimination and are committed to counteracting these biases and eliminating the effects they have had on our students, co-workers, and communities. If you are a motivated individual who can contribute to excellence in teaching, learning, social justice and equity, please consider this employment opportunity at Western. Summary of Position:Instructors are responsible for providing quality academic curriculum, instruction, assessment, and for ensuring a productive and challenging learning experience is delivered to prepare students for the workplace and/or a pathway to further education. This position works to promote social justice within the division and the larger academic institution. Instruction will be primarily in the face-to-face format.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 yrs (6,000 hrs) of verifiable related occupational experience
Must have NFPA 1001 Standard Firefighter II certification, WTCS Fire Instructor I Certification or completed upon acceptance.
Travel is required
Valid Drivers License
Eligible for/or meets WTCS Instructor certification which includes occupational and professional experience and must be maintained
Individual program certification may be required and must be maintained (e.g. RN; public safety)

Nice To Haves

WTCS Fire Instructor II Certification
Teaching Experience
CDL Level B License

Responsibilities

Maintain and uphold the College values of Learning, Excellence, Accountability, Diversity, Student Success, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect. Regular attendance is required.
Deliver courses in multiple modes of delivery including modern classroom (F2F), interactive distance learning (IDL), online or hybrid/blended, and on-site training for external customers where applicable
Develop and deliver instructional design activities
Address and refer student concerns
Guide and support students on one-to-one basis outside the classroom as well as in classroom setting
Assist students in developing critical thinking skills to understand/apply concepts of subject matter to vocational, ethical, social, and personal practices
Monitor student progress and conduct student evaluation
Provide input and/or maintain division accreditation and student records
Integrate the college SuccessAbilities as well as the program outcomes and course competencies
Responsible for instructional learning activities
Provide academic referrals as appropriate
Organize, develop, and deliver outcomes-based curriculum and assess student learning
Complete all required College training and responsible for maintaining the skills necessary to complete the essential functions of the position as defined by the department.
Student success is the cornerstone of Western's culture and the college may assign employees as needed to other areas or additional duties to foster this success.