Adjunct Instructor - Information Technology

Adjunct Faculty

Fox Valley Technical College adjunct faculty are dynamic partners for both students and the College. An adjunct instructor works with students beyond the classroom to ensure their success, models FVTC core values, and demonstrates commitment to excellence in program/course content and delivery. The position embraces working within a collaborative environment and a willingness to innovate and change to meet evolving program and industry needs;

as well as exhibits competency in the use of technology that supports learning and teaching.

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.
• Assessment
  - Assess student learning, provide timely, growth-focused feedback, and use data to implement improvement strategies that support diverse learners.
• 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. Demonstrate a commitment to the college's mission, vision, and values.
• Student Success and Support – Provide guidance and support to students facing challenges related to assignments, exams, grades, course material, career planning, or other academic concerns.
• Business & Community Engagement
  - Build and maintain ongoing relationships with community and industry partners. Proactively promote the College and our programs.
• 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.

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

• Associate degree or the degree/licensure level at which the adjunct instructor is teaching at minimum (Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or in related and appropriate field preferred).
• Minimum of at least 4,000 hours occupational experience in a target job for the program being taught within the last five years. Four years of occupational experience preferred.
• Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
• 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.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

• Possess industry-recognized certifications relevant to the program (preferred).
• Proficient in the use of educational technology and learning management systems.
• Skilled in integrating multicultural perspectives into course content and delivery.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with individuals from diverse socio-economic, racial, and ability backgrounds.
• Adapt quickly to changing demands, assignments, and circumstances to meet student needs.
• Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

• Sitting:
  This role requires extended periods of sitting and standing while performing tasks and utilizing computer…