Adjunct Instructor - Accounting

Adjunct Instructor – Accounting

Fox Valley Technical College – Appleton Main Campus – 8.75 hours per week – Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct Instructors facilitate student learning and develop instructional strategies that promote student success.

• Learning Facilitation – Foster student learning by developing appropriate instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and support student engagement. Employ 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 course success and learning, and implement 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 department, 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, and maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation.

• Bachelor’s degree in related and appropriate field required.
• Minimum of two years of occupational experience in a target job for the program or programs being taught, of which at least one year shall be within five years prior to date of hire. One year of recent related occupational experience may be waived if the instructor has at least two years of post‑secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within five years prior to date of hire.
  
  Three‑five years of occupational experience preferred.
• Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
• 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.

• 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.

• Mobility – The ability to move around the classroom or instructional space, including walking between students’ desks or workstations.
• Standing and Sitting – The capability to stand for extended periods during lectures or demonstrations, as well as the ability to sit for grading, office hours, and administrative tasks.
• Lifting and Carrying – Depending on the subject matter, instructors may need to lift and carry teaching materials, equipment, or props.
• Speech and Hearing – Clear speech and the ability to hear students’ questions and interactions are essential for effective instruction.
• Fine Motor Skills – Instructors may…