Farm Business & Production Management - Livestock Specialty Instructor - Adjunct (Part-time)

Chippewa Valley Technical College; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 1,500 - 4,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Professional development

Family friendly workplace

Library resources

Job summary

Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) is building a pool of adjunct and/or substitute instructors for Farm Business & Production Management. Instructors may teach face-to-face, online, or hybrid courses and must reside within driving distance of CVTC campuses.

Responsibilities include delivering quality instruction, creating assessments, and promoting student success across diverse learners. Qualified candidates typically hold an associate degree in a related field and have at least two years

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in a related field.
• Minimum two years (4,000 hours) of occupational experience, with one year (2,000 hours) within five years prior to hire.
• Experience with dairy and livestock record-keeping software.
• Experience with dairy nutrition, reproduction, and herd health.
• Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
• Must meet CVTC requirements and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan for and instruct courses in Farm Business & Production Management.
• Implement relevant and progressive curriculum.
• Deliver high-quality instruction using effective learning strategies and environments.
• Create performance-based assessments aligned with competencies through formative and summative measures.
• Promote student success through timely communication, growth-based feedback, and strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Maintain professional currency and contribute to a collaborative culture across the College.
• Model integrity through self-awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
• Apply critical thinking by problem solving, acquiring relevant information, using technology appropriately, and evaluating alternatives.
• Communicate effectively in writing and speaking, practicing active listening and adapting communication for the audience.
• Recognize personal biases, adapt to different cultural situations, and demonstrate a commitment to respectful interactions with people from diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Dairy farming

Record-keeping software

Livestock nutrition

Livestock reproduction

Herd health

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Education

Associate degree in related field

Job description

Location: US-WI-Eau Claire

Overview

Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) is building a pool of qualified candidates for adjunct and/or substitute instruction in Farm Business & Production Management. Candidates will be considered for openings that may arise before or during each semester. Adjunct instructors are hired on a per‑course basis and may teach face‑to‑face, online, or a hybrid of both.

All CVTC instructors, including online instructors, must reside within driving distance of the college campuses and attend required meetings on campus. Instructors are expected to partner closely with students, promote student success, and support a collaborative learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan for and instruct courses in Farm Business & Production Management.
• Implement relevant and progressive curriculum.
• Deliver high‑quality instruction using effective learning strategies and environments.
• Create performance‑based assessments aligned with competencies through formative and summative measures.
• Promote student success through timely communication, growth‑based feedback, and strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Maintain professional currency and contribute to a collaborative culture across the College.
• Model integrity through self‑awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
• Apply critical thinking by problem solving, acquiring relevant information, using technology appropriately, and evaluating alternatives.
• Communicate effectively in writing and speaking, practicing active listening and adapting communication for the audience.
• Recognize personal biases, adapt to different cultural situations, and demonstrate a commitment to respectful interactions with people from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to the occupation taught. Technical diploma or journeyworker may be considered if other qualifications are present.
• Minimum two years (4,000 hours) of occupational experience in the target job, with at least one year (2,000 hours) within five years prior to hire. One year of recent related experience may be waived if at least two years of post‑secondary teaching experience in the relevant field within five years prior to hire are available.
• Experience with dairy and livestock record‑keeping, including software for record‑keeping.
• Experience with dairy and livestock nutrition.
• Experience with dairy and livestock reproduction and genetics.
• Experience with dairy and livestock herd health.
• Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
• Qualified per CVTC requirements at the time of and throughout employment as an instructor. Must also meet and maintain Higher Learning Commission (HLC) requirements, Faculty Quality Assurance System (FQAS) standards, and any other job‑specific licensing standards.

In evaluating candidates for this position, the College may consider a combination of education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Benefits Summary

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities
• Certified Gold Level Family Friendly Workplace (FFW)
• Access to an extensive collection of college and public library resources for personal and professional use
• Free or low‑cost services available from CVTC program students, such as computer repair, automotive repair, Shear Inspiration Salon and Spa, aesthetician services, and the 620 West restaurant and culinary pop‑ups

CVTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the college’s non‑discrimination policies: Tam Burgau, Vice President of Talent & Culture, 620 W. Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701, 715‑833‑6334, WI Relay: 711.