Adjunct Instructor - Health, Dental, Human Services, Substance Use Disorder Counseling; part-time

Job Summary

The instructor creates a performance-based learning and teaching environment for students in accordance with the educational objectives of the College. This position is on campus in Wausau, WI, and is not fully remote.

• Plan learning-centered instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course, including activities and teaching methods for a variety of learning styles to help students achieve outcomes and validate learning.
• Maintain accurate attendance, student success, and scholastic records; submit required reports and meet response deadlines.
• Meet with assigned classes and maintain a classroom/laboratory/shop environment emphasizing safety, good housekeeping, and equipment security.
• Use course text, outlines, syllabi, and other curriculum materials in accordance with college and department guidelines.
• Utilize learning technology for teaching, delivery of course content, assessment, online/distance learning, and student record keeping (e.g., Canvas, Starfish, Cengage, Teams).
• Communicate, respond to questions, and provide consistent and timely feedback to students about successful course completion; actively participate in communications with the college, department, and team.
• Participate in the College’s assessment process, professional development, Faculty Quality Assurance Standards (FQAS), and in-service activities.
• Maintain qualification requirements throughout employment under WTCS, HLC, accreditation standards, and licensing standards where applicable.

Ability to meet the qualifications under WTCS, HLC, accreditation standards, and/or licensing standards where applicable. Human Resources will determine if the candidate is qualified for a specific instructional area.

• Technical Diploma in the subject area or closely related field; or equivalent to teach within the technical degree instructional area.
• Associate’s degree in the subject area or closely related field; or equivalent to teach within the technical degree instructional area/program.
• Bachelor’s degree in the subject area or closely related field; or equivalent to teach within the associate degree instructional area/program.
• Master’s degree in Nursing to teach in the Nursing instructional area/program.

A minimum of two years (4,000 hours) full-time or equivalent relevant occupational experience. The experience must include at least one year within the last five years, unless the candidate has two years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within the last five years.

Experience in teaching and working with diverse populations in a post-secondary setting; subject area-related industry licensures or certifications.

• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Show commitment as a team member, fostering consensus and collaboration in and out of the classroom.
• Manage projects, set and achieve specific objectives, and measure results.
• Proficiency in the use of technology, computers, and software.
• Promote and model professionalism as an educator and business professional.

• Carrying/Lifting 10-25lbs:
  Medium
• Carrying/Lifting 25-50lbs:
  Low
• Carrying/Lifting more than 50lbs:
  Low
• Sitting:
  Low
• Standing/Walking/Climbing:
  Medium
• Squatting/Crouching/Kneeling/Bending:
  Low
• Repetitive Hand/Foot Movement:
  High
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching Above Shoulder:
  Low

• Indoor/Office Work Environment:
  High
• Outdoor Weather Conditions: N/A
• Irritated or Agitated Individuals:
  Low
• Hostile or Violent Individuals:
  Low
• Hazardous Fumes/Odds/Toxic Chemicals: N/A
• Confined Spaces (as identified by OSHA): N/A