Adjunct Instructor Baking, Culinary, and Hospitality

Adjunct Instructor Baking, Culinary, and Hospitality

Fox Valley Technical College

Job Category
Adjunct Faculty
FVTC Worksite
Appleton Main Campus
Hours Per Week
8.75

Fox Valley Technical College celebrates diversity, supports equity and inclusiveness, and encourages individual expression in our workplace.

Job Description Summary
Adjunct Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the on-going development of instructional strategies that meet the needs of students and employers and promote student success.

Job Description
Essential Functions and Responsibilities

The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

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 on-line 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related and appropriate field. (Based on experience and expertise, an individual with an Associate's Degree or equivalent may be considered), AND
• Minimum of at least 4,000 hours in the field within the last five years.
• Qualified per FVTC 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.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

• Serv Safe certification is required for Baking and Culinary.
• 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. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

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

Physical Requirements

• Sitting:
  This role requires extended periods of sitting and standing while performing tasks and utilizing computer systems.
• Mobility:
  While some of the work is desk-based, mobility is necessary for instructing courses.
• Lifting and Carrying:
  The role requires occasional/continuous lifting and carrying of light to moderate items (of up to 25 pounds).
• Fine Motor
  
  Skills:
  
  This role may need precise hand movements or manual dexterity for activities such as writing on a whiteboard, demonstrating experiments, or using instructional technology like computers.
• Repetitive Motions:
  Capacity to perform repetitive motions, such as typing, without discomfort or injury.
• Communication:
  Clear verbal and written communication skills are essential for…