History Adjunct Instructor

Fox Valley Technical College; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 61,992,000; Part time

Job summary

Fox Valley Technical College is looking for a History Adjunct Instructor at the Appleton Main Campus. The role involves planning and implementing instructional strategies, supporting student success, and fostering a collaborative learning environment. A Master's degree is required, and experience in delivering instruction online is preferred.

This part-time position offers an hourly pay rate of $45.00, with flexible hours that may include day, evening, and weekend classes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the discipline or subfield is required.
• Experience in online teaching methods is preferred.
• Familiarity with technology that supports student success.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instructional strategies.
• Assist and advise students on academic matters.
• Promote student success through timely communication.

Skills

Knowledge of current educational methods and strategies

Skilled in educational technology

Skilled in communications

Education

Master's degree in the discipline or subfield

Tools

Blackboard

Microsoft Office

Job description

History Adjunct Instructor

Job Category: Adjunct Faculty

FVTC Worksite: Appleton Main Campus

Hours Per Week: 8.75

Job Description Summary: Fox Valley Technical College is establishing a pool of qualified candidates to instruct History courses. FVTC adjunct faculty are dynamic partners for both students and the College. An adjunct instructor works with students beyond the classroom to ensure their success, models FVTC core values, and demonstrates commitment to excellence in program/course content and delivery. They work effectively in a collaborative environment, innovate and change to meet evolving program and industry needs, and demonstrate competency with the 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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plan, develop, and implement appropriate instructional strategies, including alternative delivery strategies when appropriate.
• Assist and advise students who have problems with assignments, tests, grades, course content, career concerns, and other academic matters.
• Research, develop, and administer skills assessments before, during and after courses and services with an emphasis on evaluating student performance in courses taught by the instructor.
• Promote student success through timely communication, growth‑based feedback, and implementation of strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Comply with college policies and directions regarding student testing record keeping, advanced standing, providing grades on a timely basis, maintaining office hours for student assistance and counseling, etc.
• Meet professional expectations by maintaining professional currency and contributing to a collaborative culture across the College.
• Attend division, department, and advisory committee meetings as requested.
• Participate in appropriate staff development activities such as diversity awareness, technology training, etc.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the college's mission, vision, and values.

QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Instructors who teach General Studies college credit courses must have:

• A. A Master's degree in the discipline or subfield they teach, OR
• B. A Master's degree AND 18 graduate credits in the discipline or subfield they teach, OR
• C. A Master's degree AND appropriate licensure in the discipline or subfield they teach.

When evaluating the credentials of faculty who have obtained a Master of Education degree but not a master's degree in a discipline:

• Graduate‑level courses in the discipline/subfield and methods courses that are specifically for the teaching of that discipline/subfield may be considered for meeting the 18 graduate credit hour minimum.

• Experience in delivering instruction by alternative methods such as online in a synchronous or asynchronous modality is preferred.
• Familiarity with computer applications, particularly Blackboard, Collaborate, Microsoft Office, Teams, OER's, and other programs that promote student success is preferred.
• Upon hire, must maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required by other agencies to maintain individual and program accreditation, if applicable.
• 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 position.

ESSENTIAL APTITUDES, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Knowledge of current educational methods and strategies, including learner‑centered instruction, assessment, evaluation and collaborative techniques and strategies that address closing the gap in student access and achievement across race, gender and disability.
• Skilled in the use of educational technology and alternative delivery methods.
• Knowledge and ability to infuse multicultural perspectives into course content and delivery.
• Skilled in communications and human relations with populations having diverse socio‑economic and racial backgrounds, as well as individuals with disabilities.
• Skilled in oral and written communications.
• Ability to effectively interact with business and industry to establish partnerships and address needs.

Additional Information – Pay Hourly pay rate: $45.00 per hour. Pay is based on a multitude of factors, including experience, qualifications, education, relevant certifications, internal equity, and market data.

Adjunct instructors are hired on a per‑course basis. The total hours for an adjunct instructor range from approximately 3 hours per week to no more than 8 hours per week. Hours vary and can include both day, evening, and weekend classes. Courses are taught in traditional classrooms and alternative delivery formats.

Contact: Social Sciences Department Chair at [e-mail]

Fox Valley Technical College is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action institution, providing equal opportunity to all persons, including members of underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds, females, veterans and individuals of all abilities.

For questions regarding the College's nondiscrimination policy, contact: [e-mail] (Affirmative Action), [e-mail] (sex‑based discrimination or harassment), or [e-mail] (Disability related discrimination).