Adjunct Instructor – Welding

FVTC • New London, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Fox Valley Technical College is seeking adjunct instructors to facilitate student learning and continually develop instructional strategies that promote student success. Instructors foster engagement and learning for diverse student needs, using instructional technologies and delivery methods that may include hybrid, in-person, virtual, and online courses. They assess student learning, provide regular feedback, use outcomes data to identify improvements, and develop and revise competency-based curriculum and instructional materials aligned with current employer expectations and college documentation standards.

Instructors fulfill assigned schedules, maintain accurate attendance and grade records, support safe and orderly instructional environments, secure equipment, and ensure students have course materials. They participate in college, division, department, and team activities; maintain relationships with industry and community partners; support recruitment; and advocate for students by advising them and working with Student Services to promote retention and achievement. They maintain occupational and teaching knowledge through professional development and networking, and meet faculty quality assurance, licensure, and accreditation requirements.

Work is completed in person, typically in classroom and laboratory/shop settings, at Clintonville High School and New London High School. Adjunct instructors are hired on a per-course basis. Actual teaching hours vary from approximately 3 to no more than 8 hours per week and may include day, evening, and weekend classes. Courses may use traditional classroom or alternative delivery formats. The listed hourly rate is $45.00; pay depends on factors including experience, qualifications, education, certifications, internal equity, and market data. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for potential future openings.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Welding or a related field.
• Experience setting up and operating GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, and GTAW processes.
• Non-teaching industrial work experience in production welding or metal fabrication.
• At least two years of full-time occupational experience in a target job for the program(s) taught, or 4,000 total hours if part-time.
• At least one year or 2,000 hours of the required occupational experience must be within the five years before appointment, subject to the stated teaching-experience waiver.
• Valid driver’s license; subject to Fox Valley Technical College’s Motor Vehicle Records Check.
• Proficiency using a learning management system.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with different audiences.
• Ability to adapt to changing demands, assignments, and circumstances to meet student needs.
• Ability to engage in continuous improvement and use innovative instructional methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience programming and operating robotic welders.
• American Welding Society Certified Weld Inspector credential.
• Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Weld Test Conductor credential.
• At least two years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within the five years before appointment, which may qualify for the stated occupational-experience waiver.

Responsibilities

• Develop instructional strategies and learning experiences that meet diverse student needs, support engagement, and use instructional technologies and multiple delivery methods.
• Assess student learning, provide regular feedback, and use outcome data to measure quality and design improvement strategies.
• Develop and continually revise competency-based curriculum and instructional materials aligned with current employer expectations and college policies.
• Fulfill assigned schedules; maintain accurate attendance and grade records; maintain a safe, orderly instructional environment and secure equipment; and ensure course materials are available.
• Participate in division, department, and team activities and meetings, including planning, development, and budgeting.
• Build and maintain relationships with community, industry, and clinical partners through advisory committees, external meetings, business visits, and community groups.
• Collaborate with staff on student recruitment, attend recruitment events, and promote the College and its programs.
• Advocate for students and collaborate with Student Services staff to support student goals, retention, achievement-gap closure, and success.
• Advise students about class schedules, career information, internships, and other program-related information.
• Pursue professional development, stay current with occupational practices and teaching methods, and maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and required licensure.

Benefits

• Automatic enrollment in the FICA Alternative Retirement Plan.
• Flexible schedules or remote work options for some positions.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Professional development opportunities, including training.
• Appleton Main Campus amenities include an onsite dental clinic, fitness center, Parent/Child Center (onsite child care), library, café, printing services, and Trilogy Salon & Spa.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree