General Adjunct (Part-time) Instructor - Referral Only

Chippewa Valley Technical College; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Part time

Job summary

Chippewa Valley Technical College is seeking a general adjunct instructor (part‑time) for various Wisconsin campuses including Eau Claire, Menomonie, Neillsville, and River Falls. Courses are taught face‑to‑face, online, or hybrid; instructors must live within driving distance to CVTC campuses.

Adjuncts are hired per course, with per‑course payment; start date varies and hours range from a few to several hours per week based on department needs and candidate availability. See posting for details.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher required in an area preparing for the occupational field being taught.
• Mastery preferred in higher education settings; teaching experience desired.
• Qualified per college standards including HLC/FQAS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan for and instruct courses in the area being taught.
• Deliver high‑quality instruction with effective learning strategies.
• Create assessments aligned with competencies and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain professional currency and collaborate with college staff.

Education

Associate's degree in area preparing for the occupational field being taught

Bachelor's degree in area preparing for the occupational field being taught

Master's degree in subject area or related field

Job description

General Adjunct (Part‑time) Instructor – Referral Only

Location: US‑WI‑Eau Claire | US‑WI‑Menomonie | US‑WI‑Neillsville | US‑WI‑River Falls

Posting #: 2023‑1831

Category: Other

Type: Part‑Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hourly Pay Rate/Salary: $30.00 per hour. Pay rate will be commensurate with qualifications.

Hours per Week: Average instructional hours vary based on assignment, may range from 3 to 8 hours per week.

Work Schedule: Schedule and hours vary based on department needs and candidate availability.

Anticipated Start Date: Varies

Overview and Responsibilities

This posting is designated for areas which do not have a current posting AND a member of CVTC management has referred you to this specific posting. Please do not apply to this posting if there is an adjunct posting for the area you are interested in; hiring managers do not have access to this general adjunct posting. This posting is reserved for referrals only. As part of your application, you will be asked to give the name of the hiring manager who referred you to complete this application. Once completed, your application will be forwarded to that individual. Adjunct instructors are hired on a per‑course basis. Courses are taught face‑to‑face in classroom, lab, or clinical settings; online; or a combination of online and face‑to‑face.

All CVTC instructors are required to meet with students and/or attend meetings on‑site on a regular basis. This means that all instructors, including online instructors, must live within driving distance of CVTC campuses. Campuses are located in Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Menomonie, Neillsville, and River Falls, Wisconsin.

CVTC adjunct instructors are dynamic partners for both students and the College. An adjunct instructor works with students beyond the classroom to ensure their success, models CVTC core abilities, and demonstrates commitment to excellence in program/course content and delivery. An adjunct instructor is able to work effectively in a collaborative environment; is willing to innovate and change to meet evolving program and industry needs; and demonstrates competency with use of technology that supports learning and teaching. Generally, an adjunct instructor will be hired to instruct specific open classes based upon the adjunct instructor's qualifications and availability.

• Plan for and instruct courses in the area being taught.
• Implement relevant and progressive curriculum.
• Deliver high‑quality instruction through the planning and implementation of 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 implementation of strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Meet professional expectations by maintaining professional currency and contributing to a collaborative culture across the College.
• Model integrity through self‑awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
• Think critically by applying problem‑solving practices, acquiring relevant information, using technology and other resources appropriately, and evaluating alternatives.
• Communicate effectively by speaking and writing clearly, concisely, and professionally; practicing active listening; reading critically and adapting communication for audience.
• Value diversity by recognizing personal biases, adapting to culturally diverse situations, and demonstrating a commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful interactions with persons of diverse ethnic, cultural, social‑economic, or educational backgrounds.
• Please view the Adjunct Instructor Position Description for additional roles and responsibilities of adjunct instructors at CVTC.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma program instructors:
  • Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in an area preparing a person for the occupational area being taught.
  • Minimum of 2 years (4,000 hours) of occupational experience in the target job for the program or programs being taught, of which at least 1 year (2,000 hours) shall be within 5 years prior to date of hire. One year (2,000 hours) of recent related occupational experience may be waived if the applicant has at least 2 years of post‑secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within 5 years prior to date of hire.
  • Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
  • Qualified per CVTC requirements at 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.
• Associate degree program instructors:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an area preparing a person for the occupational area being taught.
  • Minimum of 2 years (4,000 hours) of occupational experience in the target job for the program or programs being taught, of which at least 1 year (2,000 hours) shall be within 5 years prior to date of hire. One year (2,000 hours) of recent related occupational experience may be waived if the applicant has at least 2 years of post‑secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within 5 years prior to date of hire.
  • Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
  • Qualified per CVTC requirements at 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.
• General Education instructors:
  • Master's degree from an accredited college or university in the subject area or master's degree in any area with 18 graduate credits in subject area.
  • Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
  • Qualified per CVTC requirements at 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.

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

As an equal opportunity/access employer and educator, CVTC is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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: Vice President of Talent & Culture, 620 W. Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701, 715‑833‑6334, WI Relay: 711.