Adjunct Instructor - Horticulture Community Class; Non-Credit

Adjunct Faculty

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.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• 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.

Physical Requirements

• 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 Environment

• 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.

Hourly pay rate: $25.00

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

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 delivery formats.

If you should have any questions regarding adjunct teaching opportunities for this position, please contact Chuck Stangel ngel
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At Fox Valley Technical College, we recognize employees as key contributors to our mission and are committed to fostering a culture of fairness, transparency, and excellence. Our total rewards philosophy ensures equitable compensation and benefits, supporting a highly engaged workforce. In this position you will automatically be enrolled in the FICA Alternative Retirement Plan which helps you start save for retirement.

Work-life balance is supported through flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions) and wellbeing programs. Professional development opportunities include training. Additional perks at the Appleton Main Campus include an onsite dental clinic, fitness center, Parent/Child Center (onsite child care), library, café, printing services, Trilogy Salon & Spa, and more.

Will accept applications on an ongoing basis.

Fox Valley Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution, providing equal opportunity to all persons, including members of underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds, females, veterans and individuals of all abilities.