Job Category
Adjunct Faculty
FVTC Worksite
Appleton Main Campus, Oshkosh Riverside 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
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.Curriculum Development – Develop curriculum and instructional materials that are competency-based, current, consistent with employer expectations, and aligned with the college policy on the level of required documentation.Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Experience Requirements:
Master’s degree in Nursing.Minimum of two years of occupational experience as a Registered Nurse.
At least one year of employment shall be within five years prior to the date of hire.
Five years of occupational experience is preferred.Work experience with a focus on assessment of clients in either acute care, long-term care, or community nursing is required.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:
Registered Nurse with active Wisconsin licensure required.Clinical documentation requirements need to be met and maintainedProficiency 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.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.
Physical Requirements
Mobility: The ability to move around the classroom, instructional, or clinical space, including walking between students’ desks or workstations.Standing and Sitting: The capability to stand for extended periods during lectures or demonstrations, as well as the ability to sit for grading, office hours, and administrative tasks.Lifting and Carrying: Depending on the subject matter, instructors may need to lift and carry teaching materials, equipment, or props.
Ability to manage weight specific to providing student instruction and patient care.Speech and Hearing: Clear speech and the ability to hear students' questions and interactions are essential for effective instruction.Fine Motor Skills: Instructors may need precise hand movements or manual dexterity for activities such as writing on a whiteboard, demonstrating skills, or using instructional technology like computers.Visual Acuity: Adequate vision to read course materials, assess student work, and operate instructional equipment.Health and Safety: Instructors should be capable of ensuring a safe learning environment, which may involve understanding and adhering to safety protocols, responding to emergencies, and addressing any physical hazards in the instructional space.Travel: Instructor position may require off-site teaching, fieldwork, or travel for professional development.
Specify any associated physical demands and accommodations.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.Work Environment
Work will be completed in a hybrid environment, both in person and virtually.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.