Instructor - Agriculture Mechanics

Instructor - Agriculture Mechanics

Fox Valley Technical College

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

Job Category:
Regular Faculty

FVTC Worksite:
Appleton Main Campus

Hours Per Week: 40

Job Description Summary

Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the on-going development of curriculum that meets the needs of students and employers utilizing instructional strategies that promote student success. 38 Week Contract

• Learning Facilitation - Foster student learning by developing appropriate instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and support student engagement. Create learning experiences that integrate instructional technologies to maximize student success and multiple delivery methodologies such as hybrid, in-person, virtual, and on-line course delivery.
  • Teach courses covering electronically controlled diesel engines, drive trains, hydraulics, electrical systems, air conditioning, materials handling, and harvesting equipment.
  • Provide hands‑on training in the operation and maintenance of farm equipment including tractors, skid‑steers, combines, and precision agriculture systems.
  • Integrate computer‑based diagnostic tools and instructional technologies to enhance student learning.
  • Explain complex mechanical and agricultural concepts in accessible, engaging ways for diverse learners.
  • Embrace continuous improvement by integrating innovative teaching methodologies, tools, and delivery formats.
• Assessment - 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.
  • Evaluate student performance through practical demonstrations, written assessments, and project‑based work often in a shop/lab environment.
  • Monitor student progress toward graduation and serve as a visible advocate for agriculture through participation in community events and outreach activities.
• Curriculum Development - Develop and continually revise curriculum and instructional materials that are competency‑based, current, consistent with employer expectations, and aligned with the college policy on level of required documentation to successfully prepare graduates for their chosen career fields.
• Classroom Management - 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. Ensure course materials (including textbooks) are available to students.
• Team Participation - Support the college by engaging in division, department and team activities, and meetings including planning, development, and budgeting, and staying current with internal and external changes and initiatives.
• Business & Community Engagement - Build and maintain ongoing relationships with community, industry, and clinical partners by participating in advisory committees, external meetings, business visits, and community groups. Collaborate with staff to recruit students, participate in recruitment events, and proactively promote the College and our programs.
• Student Success & Support - Serve as an advocate for students and engage in activities that help students reach their goals by collaborating with Student Services staff to retain students, close achievement gaps, and help all students be successful. Advise students regarding class schedules, career information, internships, and other program‑related information.
• Professional Development - 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.