Adjunct Instructor - Manufacturing Operations

Job Category

Adjunct Faculty

FVTC Worksite

Appleton Main Campus

Hours Per Week

8.75

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Job Description Summary

Adjunct Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the on-going development of instructional strategies that promote student success.

Job Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

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. Employ learning experiences that integrate multiple delivery methodologies and instructional technologies to maximize student success, such as hybrid, in-person, virtual, and on-line course delivery.

* Assessment - Assess student learning and provide regular feedback to help students be successful. Use data to measure quality outcomes related to course success and learning, and implement improvement strategies based on the evidence.

* 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.

* Team Participation - Support the college by engaging with the department, as well as staying current with internal and external changes and initiatives.

* Business & Community Engagement - Build and maintain ongoing relationships with community, industry, and clinical partners. Proactively promote the College and our programs.

* Student Success & Support - Serve as an advocate for students and collaborate with Student Services staff to retain students, close achievement gaps, and help all students be successful.

* Professional Development - Continually improve knowledge and skills in emerging trends, current occupational practices and teaching through professional development activities, and current employment in the field. Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

* Bachelors degree in an engineering field required, AND

* Minimum of two years (4,000 hours) of recent relevant occupational manufacturing experience in quality, industrial, or manufacturing operations within the last five years.

* Teaching or training experience is desirable.

* Ability to plan, organize, instruct, and facilitate quality education programs, including development of relevant curriculum and customized training.

* Qualified per FVTC requirements at the time of, and throughout employment as an instructor.

* Must also meet and maintain Higher Learning Commission (HLC) requirements, Faculty Quality Assurance Standards (FQAS), and/or other job-specific licensing standards.

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.

Physical Requirements

Work Environment

Work environment may change based upon college needs.

EOE/ADA Statement

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.

* Proficiency utilizing learning management system.

* Strong verbal communication skills.

* Adapt quickly to changing demands, assignments, and circumstances to meet student needs.

* Communicate effectively and professionally with various audiences.

* Engage in continuous improvement in the quality of…