Traffic Safety Instructor Pool - Adjunct (Part-time)

Chippewa Valley Technical College; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 35,817 - 46,838; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development

Certified Gold Level Family Friendly

Library resources access

CVTC program services demonstrations

Job summary

Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) is establishing a pool of qualified adjunct and substitute instructors to teach Traffic Safety courses (Point Reduction, Group Dynamics, Multiple Offender). Positions are adjunct and hired per course, with on-site or varying delivery methods, and instructors must live within driving distance of CVTC campuses.

Opportunities may arise per semester with needs for face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• At least 6 months from a conviction resulting in 6+ points on license.
• At least 1 year from an OWI conviction.
• 2 years of AODA occupational experience and/or group counseling experience (Group Dynamics).
• 45 hours of accredited college-level courses in AODA and/or group counseling.
• 2 years of traffic safety occupational experience or traffic safety education experience; or observe a WTCS traffic safety general class and complete 45 hours of traffic safety studies or accident prevention course.

Responsibilities

• Plan for and instruct courses in the area of Traffic Safety.
• Implement relevant and progressive curriculum.
• Deliver high-quality instruction through planning and implementing effective learning strategies.
• Create performance-based assessments aligned with competencies.
• Promote student success through timely communication and growth-based feedback.
• Maintain professional currency and collaborate across the College.
• Model integrity and accountability.
• Think critically and communicate effectively.
• Value diversity and equity in instruction.

Skills

Valid driver's license

OWI conviction awareness

AODA experience

45 hours of AODA coursework

Group Dynamics instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in guidance counseling or related field

Job description

Traffic Safety Instructor Pool - Adjunct (Part-time)

Location: US-WI-Eau Claire | US-WI-Chippewa Falls | US-WI-River Falls

Posting #: 2024-1951 | Category: Adjunct Faculty - Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security | Type: Part-Time | FLSA Status: Exempt | Hourly Pay Rate: $30.00 per hour (commensurate with qualifications) | Hours per Week: Average 3-8 | Work Schedule: Varies | Anticipated Start Date: Varies

Overview and Responsibilities

Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) is establishing a pool of qualified candidates to be considered when adjunct and/or substitute instructors are needed to teach Point Reduction, Group Dynamics, and Multiple Offender courses for the Traffic Safety Program. Needs may become available prior to or during each semester. Upon successful submission of your application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts, you will be considered for future adjunct and/or substitute teaching opportunities. CVTC will keep your application on file as a prospective candidate who could potentially fill a position when a need arises. If the need shall arise and review of your application materials result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted via the contact information provided on your application.

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.

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 of Traffic Safety.
• 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.
• Ability to model integrity through self-awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
• Ability to think critically by applying problem solving practices, acquiring relevant information, using technology and other resources appropriately, and evaluating alternatives.
• Ability to communicate effectively by speaking and writing clearly, concisely, and professionally; practicing active listening; reading critically and adapting communication for audience.
• Ability to 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

• Traffic Safety Instructor Qualifications for all Traffic Safety Program classes (Point Reduction, Group Dynamics, Multiple Offender):

  • Valid driver's license
  • At least 6 months from a conviction resulting in 6 or more points on license
  • At least 1 year from an OWI conviction

• Traffic Safety Instructor Qualifications for Group Dynamics:

  • 2 years of AODA occupational experience and/or group counseling experience
  • 45 hours of accredited college-level courses in AODA and/or group counseling
  • 2 years of traffic safety occupational experience or traffic safety education experience; or observe a WTCS traffic safety general class and complete 45 hours of traffic safety studies or accident prevention course

• Traffic Safety Instructor Qualifications for Multiple Offender:

  • Group Dynamics instructor qualifications
  • Teach 3 GD classes or have a bachelor's degree or higher in guidance counseling, psychology, behavior studies, or social work

• Traffic Safety Instructor Qualifications for Point Reduction:

  • 2 years of traffic safety occupational experience or traffic safety education experience; or observe a WTCS traffic safety general class and complete 45 hours of traffic safety studies or accident prevention course

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.

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.

The College is seeking to attract diverse instructors and staff who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher education community. Consideration will be given to equity-minded individuals committed to collaborating with faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps.

Benefits Summary

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development
• Certified Gold Level Family Friendly Workplace (FFW)
• Access to expansive collection of college and public library resources for personal and professional use
• Free or low-cost services offered by CVTC program students, such as computer repair, automotive repair, Shear Inspiration Salon and Spa, and 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: Vice President of Talent & Culture, 620 W. Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701, 715-833-6334, WI Relay: 711