Adjunct - Woodworking Technology

Adjunct - Woodworking Technology

Fox Valley Technical College – Adjunct Faculty

Job Category:
Adjunct Faculty

Worksite: S.J. Spanbauer Aviation & Industrial Center

Hours Per Week: 8.75

Job Description Summary

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

• 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 and multiple delivery methodologies such as hybrid, in-person, virtual, and online course delivery.
• 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.
• Curriculum Development – Develop and continually revise curriculum and instructional materials that are competency-based, current, consistent with employer expectations, and aligned with college policy to prepare graduates for their chosen career fields.
• Classroom Management – 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 – Engage in division, department, and team activities and meetings, including planning, development, and budgeting, and stay current with internal and external changes and initiatives.
• Business & Community Engagement – Build and maintain 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 and promote the college and its programs.
• Student Success & Support – 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 accreditation.

• Technical Diploma in Woodworking Technology (Bachelor's degree preferred).
• Minimum of two years of occupational experience in a target job for the program or programs being taught, of which at least one year shall be within five years prior to the date of hire (One year of relevant occupational experience may be waived if the instructor has at least two years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within five years prior to date of hire).
• Prior teaching or training experience preferred.

• Valid Driver's License.
• Subject to FVTC's Motor Vehicle Records Check.
• Proficient with MS Office, Bluebeam, Procore, and Revit.
• 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 instruction by embracing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.

• Mobility:
  Ability to move around the classroom or instructional space, including walking between students’ desks or workstations and traversing a work site.
• Standing and Sitting:
  Capable of standing for extended periods during lectures…