Adjunct Instructor - Horticulture Community Class; Non-Credit

Adjunct Instructor - Horticulture Community Class (Non-Credit) Fox Valley Technical College

Job Category
Adjunct Faculty

Appleton Main Campus, Chilton Regional Center, Clintonville Regional Center, Oshkosh Riverside Campus, Waupaca Regional Center, Wautoma Regional Center

8.75

Fox Valley Technical College celebrates diversity, supports equity and inclusiveness, and encourages individual expression in our workplace.

This position will develop and deliver non-credit horticulture classes for the community. Also, this position will develop and deliver community classes on horticulture topics intended for community members wanting to learn about plants, landscaping, etc.

The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Learning Facilitation - Foster student learning by developing appropriate instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and support student engagement.
• Classroom Management - Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, housekeeping, and equipment security, and ensure opportunities for student/engagement evaluation.
• Business & Community Engagement - Build and maintain ongoing relationships with community, industry, and clinical partners. Proactively promote the College and our programs.

In evaluating candidates for this position, Fox Valley Technical College may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

• Lifting and Carrying: The role requires occasional/continuous lifting and carrying of light to moderate items up to 20lbs).
• Climbing:
  Capability to climb stairs or ladders, if applicable to the job.
• Fine Motor
  
  Skills:
  
  This role may need precise hand movements or manual dexterity for activities such as writing on a whiteboard, demonstrating experiments, or using instructional technology like computers.
• Repetitive Motions:
  Capacity to perform repetitive motions, such as typing, without discomfort or injury.
• Communication:
  Clear verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with employees, candidates, and stakeholders, both in-person and through electronic means.
• Travel:
  Instructor position may require off-site teaching or fieldwork
• Driving:
  Valid driver's license and ability to operate a vehicle.
• Subject to FVTC's Motor Vehicle Records Disclosure Check.

• Work must be completed in person.
• Work is typically performed in a classroom.
• Work is typically performed outdoors and in all weather conditions in and around traffic.

Work environment may change based upon college needs.

Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), FVTC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Nothing in this job description limits management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement or affect the at-will nature of the employment arrangement between the employee and company and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Hourly pay rate: $25.00

Pay is based on a multitude of factors, including experience, qualifications, education, relevant certifications, internal equity, and market data.

Thank you for your interest in Adjunct Faculty opportunities with Fox Valley Technical College. Upon successful submission of your application, cover letter, and resume, you will be considered for future adjunct faculty opportunities. FVTC will keep your application in our files as a POTENTIAL candidate who could possibly fill a position when or if the need arises. ONLY if the need shall arise, you will be contacted via the contact information provided on your application, otherwise you will not receive any further contact from FVTC.

Adjunct instructors are hired on a per course basis. The total hours for an adjunct instructor range from approximately 3 hours per week to no more than 8 hours per week. Hours vary and can include both day, evening, and weekend classes. Courses are taught in traditional classroom and alternative…