Part-time Adjunct Instructor - Academic Success

Nicolet College; Rhinelander (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Nicolet College is seeking qualified candidates to fill a pool of part-time Academic Success Adjunct Instructors for the Adult Basic Education (ABE) program. Instructors may teach in Rhinelander campus locations or outreach sites across Oneida, Vilas, Forest counties, and nearby regions.

Responsibilities include delivering reading, writing, and math instruction, ESOL, and advising students on academic paths. ABE instruction covers general college prep and basic subjects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required with 20 semester credits in Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Adult Education, or Special Needs Education; or with DPI certification or 20 semester credits in any area taught at Elementary Education or Secondary Education levels, and a total of 3 credits of reading instruction and/or Teaching Methods or any combination.
• Teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic education/developmental/remedial instruction to underprepared students in accordance with Personal Educational Plans.
• Provide English as a Second Language instruction through structured classroom and/or individualized settings.
• Develop, maintain and deliver performance-based, learning-centered reading, writing, and math instruction in accordance with the mission, vision, and philosophy of Nicolet College.
• Utilize technology to enhance teaching and learning, as well as other aspects of work.
• Develop, maintain, and improve the programs and courses by working collaboratively with other faculty and administrators.
• Participate in department activities including department meetings. Serve and participate in college-wide community life beneficial to students.
• Assist students by providing advice regarding their academic career path, assignments, tests, grades, course content, attendance, career opportunities, and other academic matters.
• Maintain professional affiliations and certifications.
• Represent the College and interact with communities and external organizations including the Wisconsin Technical College System, district high schools, employers, Native American tribal communities, advisory committees, and professional groups related to the field.
• Participate in performance appraisals and pursue professional development that enhances teaching and learning practices.
• Maintain accurate attendance and scholastic records of students and submit required reports according to published deadlines.

Skills

Diversity & inclusion

Team collaboration

Distance learning

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related; DPI certification

20 semester credits in Elementary/Secondary/Adult Education or related

Job description

Part-time Adjunct Instructor - Academic Success

Nicolet College

Salary: See Position Description

Job Type: Adjunct Faculty

Job Number: 15A0004

Location: Various Nicolet District locations, WI

Department: Academic Success

Position Summary

Nicolet College is establishing a pool of qualified candidates to be considered when adjuncts are needed in this area. We are accepting resumes for Academic Success Adjunct Instructors for all counties in the Nicolet district.

Under the supervision of the Dean of Student Success & Academic Advancement and in collaboration with other faculty, teach a full range of courses in the Adult Basic Education (ABE) program and participate in the continuous improvement of the program, courses, and curriculum. The instructor will potentially teach in lab and/or classroom settings. ABE courses cover General College/Prep as well as basic academic subjects.

Responsibilities are at the Rhinelander Campus or designated outreach locations throughout Oneida, Vilas, and Forest counties, and roughly the northern half of Lincoln County, the northwestern third of Langlade County, and the southeastern corner of Iron County.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide basic education/developmental/remedial instruction to underprepared students in accordance with Personal Educational Plans.
• Provide English as a Second Language instruction through structured classroom and/or individualized settings.
• Develop, maintain and deliver performance-based, learning-centered reading, writing, and math instruction in accordance with the mission, vision, and philosophy of Nicolet College.
• Utilize technology to enhance teaching and learning, as well as other aspects of work.
• Develop, maintain, and improve the programs and courses by working collaboratively with other faculty and administrators.
• Participate in department activities including department meetings. Serve and participate in college-wide community life beneficial to students.
• Assist students by providing advice regarding their academic career path, assignments, tests, grades, course content, attendance, career opportunities, and other academic matters.
• Maintain professional affiliations and certifications.
• Represent the College and interact with communities and external organizations including the Wisconsin Technical College System, district high schools, employers, Native American tribal communities, advisory committees, and professional groups related to the field.
• Participate in performance appraisals and pursue professional development that enhances teaching and learning practices.
• Maintain accurate attendance and scholastic records of students and submit required reports according to published deadlines.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required, with 20 semester credits in Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Adult Education, or Special Needs Education; or with DPI certification or 20 semester credits in any area taught at Elementary Education or Secondary Education levels, and a total of 3 credits of reading instruction and/or Teaching Methods or any combination.
• Teaching experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students of varied ages, learning styles, academic levels, and cultural backgrounds in classroom and non-classroom settings.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively to create and facilitate student learning.
• Demonstrated ability to infuse multicultural perspectives into course content and delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver ABE instruction from intermediate to advanced levels to adult learners attached to 2-year occupational programs.
• Experience with distance learning and delivery methods.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and maintain positive working relationships across the College and in the district required.
• Ability to meet and maintain Nicolet College Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel.

Other

Compensation

Compensation is $46 per hour. Benefits are not included with this part-time position.

Nicolet Area Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment, admissions or its programs or activities.