Adjunct Faculty - AI Data Specialist Instructor

Inside Higher Ed; Fond du Lac (WI); Hybrid; USD 54,897 - 60,600; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Fond du Lac is seeking a part-time Adjunct Faculty - AI Data Specialist Instructor for the Spring 2026 term. This role involves delivering instruction across various modalities, providing student support, and developing course materials. Ideal candidates should have relevant teaching experience and a strong background in AI and data analysis, along with great interpersonal skills to engage with diverse student populations. Flexibility in scheduling and some travel between campuses may be required.

Qualifications

• 2 years of paid work experience related to the program being taught.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Maintain individual and program accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning and establish a professional classroom environment.
• Provide timely feedback to students for their growth.
• Maintain student confidentiality as per FERPA.

Skills

Knowledge of business systems

Experience with Generative AI

Data analysis

Proficiency in Python

SQL Server administration

Education

Associate's degree in a related field

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Overview

Working at Moraine Park Technical College is much more than a job. It’s an opportunity to help influence the future of higher education. At MPTC, we are in a unique position to impact our district communities, and we work diligently to hire candidates with aligned values and extensive skillsets to help move the mission of Moraine Park forward.

Position Summary

Moraine Park Technical College is seeking a part‑time, Adjunct Faculty — AI Data Specialist instructor for the Spring 2026 term on our Fond du Lac Campus. This instructor may also travel between the Beaver Dam, Fond du Lac, and West Bend Campuses with some opportunities to teach online. The position is responsible for the multiple‑modality delivery of instruction and facilitation of student learning and providing ongoing development of curriculum, assessment, and learning strategies to meet workforce needs. In addition, the selected candidate will provide regular student support and contact, or refer to the appropriate department, to meet the learner’s classroom and career goals.

The successful candidate will have an associate's degree in a related field and two years (4,000 hours) of paid work experience related to the program(s) being taught, including one year (2,000 hours) of related paid work experience that has been acquired within the past five years. In lieu of this one year (2,000 hours) of recent experience, two years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within the past five years may be considered. (Two years of post-secondary teaching experience means eight semesters of part-time teaching or four semesters of full-time teaching at an accredited institution.)

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and facilitate learning in the assigned courses according to the College’s core values. Establish a professional and safe learning environment. Set the classroom tone by modeling appropriate workplace skills and behavior. Maintain a positive climate for learning by performing classroom management and being aware of, monitoring, and enforcing the Student Code of Conduct.
• Meet student learning needs by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and assessments.
• Maintain student confidentiality, records, and documentation as required by Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Submit grades within the expected timeframe.
• Provide timely verbal and written feedback to the students to ensure continued growth and development.
• May participate in the development, implementation, evaluation, and updating of curriculum.
• Assist with student recruitment and positively promote the College programs and services offered.
• Promote retention and student success through the utilization of referrals to College services and resources.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with K‑12, Department of Corrections (DOC), community, and industry partners beyond the classroom.
• Actively maintain proficient knowledge and skills in emerging trends and current occupational practices. Complete annual professional development activities in areas of Faculty Quality Assurance Standards (FQAS) competencies. Complete all required training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience & Qualifications (in addition to those listed in the summary above)

• Knowledge of business systems.
• Experience with at least one of the following job duties:
  • Experience with Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, or Machine Learning.
  • Experience with data analysis, data modeling, data visualization, or predictive analytics.
  • Develop, maintain, and support a database management system.
  • Experience in object-oriented design and development experience and proficiency in Python.
  • Proficiency in performing SQL Server administration, development, and design tasks.
• Upon hire, must maintain Higher Learning Commission, Faculty Quality Assurance System, and other agency requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation, if applicable.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations by promoting and maintaining an inclusive work environment and culture that is respectful and accepting of diversity.

Any combination of necessary experience and qualifications which provides desired knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Other Position Requirements

• Flexible scheduling may be required to include evenings and weekends.
• This position may require travel to MPTC campus locations, client/contract work sites, and/or Department of Corrections (DOC) institutions.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Hiring Range

Adjunct pay rates may vary between $39.85 – $43.99/hour based on course configuration.

Starting

January 12, 2026

Hours/Schedule/Travel

Up to 6 hours per week. This position may travel between the Beaver Dam, Fond du Lac, and West Bend Campuses with some opportunities to teach online.