Adjunct Instructor - Spanish

Fox Valley Technical College • Oshkosh, WI

72d • $45

About The Position

Adjunct Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the on-going development of instructional strategies that meets the needs of students and employers and promote student success. This position is primarily for Spanish instruction, but preference will be given to candidates with multiple certifications, such as other languages and cultures, international/intercultural studies, Intensive English Program, and English Language Learning.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Spanish or related subfield, OR
• A Master’s degree, AND 18 graduate credits in the discipline or subfield they teach, OR
• A Master’s degree, AND appropriate licensure and/or experience in the discipline or subfield they teach.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Proficiency utilizing learning management system.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing demands, assignments, and circumstances to meet student needs.
• Effective and professional communication with various audiences.
• Engagement in continuous improvement in the quality of instruction by embracing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.

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 online 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.
• 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

• Hourly pay rate: $45.00.
• Enrollment in the FICA Alternative Retirement Plan.
• Flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions).
• Professional development opportunities including training.
• Onsite dental clinic, fitness center, Parent/Child Center (onsite child care), library, café, printing services, Trilogy Salon & Spa.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree