Communication and Developmental Reading & Writing Instructor

NWTC • Green Bay, WI

1d • $81,000 - $87,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is an innovative leading-edge college dedicated to student success. An instructor’s primary purpose is to design instruction and assessment in an engaging environment to foster learner success. An instructor continually improves the overall quality in the delivery of learning to support the achievement of college outcomes and priorities utilizing evidence to support decision-making. Instructors work in alignment with the college’s mission, vision, core values, and operating principles. Instructors are expected to provide service to the college community exemplified by teamwork, committee involvement, and participation in shared leadership activities. In addition, instructors commit to ongoing professional growth in both instructional and technical areas to comply with NWTC’s faculty progression structure, as well as the development of their colleagues and teams. It is our commitment as a College to ensure that we invest the resources necessary to positively impact teaching and student success. Consistent with this commitment all new faculty are required to successfully complete the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Instructor Preparation Academy. The Academy is a structured, practical, course-based cohort learning experience during first three years of employment. Courses include teaching and learning strategies, guidance and counseling, curriculum development, assessment, diversity, and more. The details of the schedule will be made available upon hire.

Requirements

• Must meet ONE of the following requirements: Master’s degree in Reading
• Master’s degree in English or Communication and 18 undergraduate or graduate credits in Reading
• Master’s degree and 18 graduate credits in English/Communication and 18 undergraduate or graduate credits in Reading
• Strong background of working with non-traditional students in developmental education preferred.
• Strong knowledge of reading and writing pedagogy incorporating student-centered learning techniques
• Ability to work with and familiarity of numerous student populations
• Demonstrates successful experience with alternate delivery methods including online, web conferencing, and blended courses

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching experience with adult learners is preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and continually revise curriculum required development and routine revision of curriculum that includes adaptation of curriculum to college delivery standards, strategic directions, employer/advisory feedback, and industry/regulatory standards. This also includes but is not limited to Open Educational Resources (OER), textbook change, assessment plan, credit for prior learning assessment tools, and employability skills.
• Utilize engaging instructional strategies and methodologies which foster student success both in and outside of the classroom.
• Create learning experiences which integrate multiple alternative or emerging delivery methodologies and instructional technologies to maximize student success, including, but not limited to, hybrid, face-to-face, video conferencing, self-paced, and on-line course delivery.
• Provide immediate, routine, and consistent feedback to students to assist them in improving performance in technical and core ability competencies.
• Create a learning environment that integrates best practices for student success including authentic service learning, student club events, and engagement in profession specific activities.
• Develop, support, participate and collaborate with other departments on student recruitment, program marketing, and referral of students as needed for student success strategies including tutoring, counseling, advising, etc.
• Use data to measure quality outcomes related to student persistence, retention, completion rate, course success, and to design improvement strategies based on the evidence.
• Comply with College policies and practices related to instruction, assessment, and delivery.
• Engage with business and industry through engagement and participation in advisory committees, including the recruitment of new members, planning of meetings, participation in community groups, and business visits.
• Participate in community and college-sponsored events to promote the college’s programs and enhance community relationships.
• Engage in division, department and team meetings and requirements including the development and completion of the college’s strategic planning through team action plans and budget requests
• Maintain proficient knowledge and skill in emerging trends and current occupational practices by networking with regional industry leaders and participating in continuing education and professional development.
• Assist in the development of adjunct faculty through communication, sharing of resources, coaching and mentoring.
• Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements, faculty progression structure requirements and licensure required by other agencies to maintain individual and program accreditation.
• Help diverse population of learners acquire written and oral communication skills and reach their goals for education, employment, and personal enrichment through learning opportunities provided in a positive and nurturing environment.
• Provide student advising within the following areas of instruction: Reading skills – critical thinking, evaluation of texts, reading rate, comprehension, inferencing, analyzing information critically, and vocabulary Language/Writing skills – grammar, usage, conventions, mechanics, paragraphing, essay planning/drafting/writing Research skills – gathering, evaluating, analyzing, synthesizing, and presenting quality research Interpersonal communication skills – verbal and nonverbal communication, listening, conflict resolution, teamwork, and presentation Document design and creation – research and compose professional documents (e.g., resumes, cover letters, memos, reports) Study skills – textbook study, notetaking, and time management Test-taking strategies – test preparation, test-taking techniques, and easing test anxiety
• Develop, review, evaluate, and maintain developmental reading and writing curriculum.
• Support Part-time Faculty teaching communication and developmental reading and writing courses.
• Collaborate with other teams for program review, advisory meetings, and curriculum development.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and report data collected for the purpose of improving student retention and success.
• Serve as faculty advisor to assigned first-year students.
• Participate in a variety of college-wide initiatives related to assessment, retention, and curriculum changes.
• Promote the importance of using AI responsibly by teaching the following: Ethical implications of misuse of information and how to appropriately cite. Critically evaluate AI-generated content and its limitations, recognizing false information, bias, lack of personal connection, etc. that may be present in AI generated content. Support writing process for brainstorming, drafting, revising, or editing while encouraging original thought and maintaining an authentic voice. Foster digital literacy related to the General Studies classroom and future careers. Stay informed of new and existing AI tools to ensure that students are learning the most recent technology and usage of those tools through professional development and collaboration. Coach students when AI is used inappropriately for the audience, purpose, and assignment criteria. Serve as a resource to colleagues who are less familiar with AI and its applications, uses, and abuses in an academic setting.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Additional compensation can be earned through extra contractual work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level