Adjunct Instructor - Music Appreciation

Adjunct Instructor – Music Appreciation

Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) – Appleton Main Campus

Job Category:
Adjunct Faculty

Hours Per Week: 8.75

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

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.

• 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 an 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 current employment in the field. Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation.

• Teach Music Appreciation courses online and in‑person.
• Develop, revise, and refine course curriculum as required by the Dean or Associate Dean.

• Master of Music (M.M.) or Master of Arts (M.A.), OR
• Master's degree and 18 graduate credits in music.

Non‑US degrees/courses may provide a different scope of practice in other countries. Courses will be reviewed on an individual basis.

• 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.

• Sitting:
  This role requires extended periods of sitting while performing tasks and utilizing computer systems.
• Mobility:
  While much of the work is desk‑based, occasional mobility may be necessary for attending meetings, office tours, or events within the workplace.
• Climbing:
  Capability to climb stairs or ladders, if applicable to the job.
• Fine Motor
  
  Skills:
  
  This role may need precise hand movements or manual dexterity for activities such as writing on a whiteboard, demonstrating experiments, or…