Adjunct Instructor - Spanish

Adjunct Instructor – Spanish
Fox Valley Technical College

Worksite: Appleton Main Campus, Chilton Regional Center, Clintonville Regional Center, Oshkosh Riverside Campus, Waupaca Regional Center

Hours per week: 8.75

Adjunct Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the ongoing development of instructional strategies that meet the needs of students and employers and promote student success. This position is primarily for Spanish instruction, but preference will be given to candidates with multiple certifications, such as other languages and cultures, international/intercultural studies, Intensive English Program, and English Language Learning.

• Learning Facilitation – Foster student learning by developing appropriate instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and support student engagement. Create learning experiences that integrate multiple delivery methodologies and instructional technologies to maximize student success, such as hybrid, in‑person, virtual, and online course delivery.
• Assessment – Assess student learning and provide regular feedback to help students be successful. Use data to measure quality outcomes related to student persistence, retention, completion rate, course success, and learning and to design improvement strategies based on the evidence.
• Classroom Management – Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student attendance and grade records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, housekeeping, and equipment security, and ensure opportunities for student/engagement evaluation.
• Team Participation – Support the college by engaging with the division, department, and team members, as well as staying current with internal and external changes and initiatives.
• Business & Community Engagement – Build and maintain ongoing relationships with community, industry, and clinical partners. Proactively promote the College and our programs.
• Student Success & Support – Serve as an advocate for students and collaborate with Student Services staff to retain students, close achievement gaps, and help all students be successful.
• Professional Development – Continually improve knowledge and skills in emerging trends, current occupational practices and teaching through professional development activities, networking with regional industry leaders, and the integration of new techniques and technology. Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation.

• A Master’s degree in Spanish or related subfield, OR
• A Master’s degree, AND 18 graduate credits in the discipline or subfield they teach, OR
• A Master’s degree, AND appropriate licensure and/or experience in the discipline or subfield they teach.

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Subject to FVTC’s Motor Vehicle Records Disclosure Check.
• Proficiency utilizing learning management system.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Adapt quickly to changing demands, assignments, and circumstances to meet student needs.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with various audiences.
• Engage in continuous improvement in the quality of instruction by embracing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
• Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.

• Sitting:
  Extended periods of sitting and standing while performing tasks and utilizing computer systems.
• Mobility:
  Some work is desk‑based, but mobility is necessary for instructing courses.
• Climbing:
  Capability to climb stairs or ladders if applicable.
• Lifting and Carrying:
  Occasional or continuous lifting and carrying of light to moderate items up to 25 pounds.
• Fine Motor
  
  Skills:
  
  Precise hand movements or manual dexterity for activities such as writing on a whiteboard or using instructional technology.
• Repetitive Motions:
  Capacity to perform repetitive motions, such as typing, without discomfort or injury.
• Communication:
  Clear verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with…