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Thank you for your interest in a career at Northcentral Technical College (NTC). NTC offers outstanding career opportunities on a modern campus with state-of-the-art technology that allows for a collaborative learning and work environment. If you have a desire to help students while positively impacting the community, we'd love for you to join our team!

Job Description & Qualifications:

Job Summary

The instructor is primarily responsible for creating a performance-based learning and teaching environment for students in accordance with the educational objectives of the College. This position requires instructors to be on campus, and is not a virtual or remote.

Adjunct Application Information

While there may not be an immediate need for an adjunct in every area, Northcentral Technical College (NTC) accepts applications regardless, in order to create a pool for when there may be a need. Upon successful submission of your application, you will be considered for future part-time adjunct instructor opportunities and your application will be on file as a potential candidate who could possibly fill a position if or when the need arises.

Part-time Instructors are hired on a per-course basis each semester, and teaching one semester does not guarantee being assigned the following semester. The teaching hours for a part-time instructor vary and can include day, evening, and weekend classes. Adjunct faculty can teach a maximum of 12 student contact hours per week averaged over the semester.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Plan learning-centered instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course including activities and teaching methods designed for a variety of learning styles to help students achieve course outcomes and validate that learning has taken place.

• Maintain accurate attendance, student success, and scholastic records of students; submit required reports and meet response deadlines.

• Meet with classes as assigned and maintain a classroom/laboratory/shop environment emphasizing safety, good housekeeping, and equipment security.

• Use course text, outlines, syllabi, and other curriculum materials in accordance with college and department guidelines.

• Utilize learning technology for teaching, delivery of course content, learning, assessment, online/distance learning, and student record keeping (ex. Canvas, Starfish, Cengage, Teams, etc.)

• Communicate, respond to questions, and provide consistent and timely feedback to students about successful course completion; actively participate in communications with the college, department, and team.

• Participate in the College's assessment process, professional development, Faculty Quality Assurance Standards (FQAS) and in-service activities.

• Maintain qualification requirements throughout employment as an instructor under Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS), Higher Learning Commission (HLC), FQAS, accreditation standards, and/or licensing standards where applicable.

The essential functions and responsibilities listed are intended to describe the primary functions of persons assigned to this position. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements and may require some flexibility and interpretation to fit the needs of other areas of the College.

Minimum Qualifications Required

Ability to meet the qualifications under Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS), Higher Learning Commission (HLC) requirements, accreditation standards, and/or licensing standards where applicable. Human Resources will determine if the candidate is qualified per specific instructional area.

Education:

• Required: Master's degree in the content area of instruction OR Master'sdegree with 18 credits ina field/subfield related to the content area (i.e., Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Botany, Virology, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Horticulture, Marine Biology, Perfusion, Science Education, Zoology)

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in teaching and working with diverse populations in a post-secondary setting.

Subject area-related industry licensures or certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

• Success and commitment as a team member, fostering consensus and collaboration in and out of the classroom.

• The ability to manage projects, set and achieve specific objectives and measure results.

• Proficiency in the use of technology, computers and software.

• Promote and model professionalism as an educator and business professional.

Physical Requirements

Carrying/Lifting 10-25lbs - Low

Carrying/Lifting 25-50lbs - Low

Carrying/Lifting > 50lbs - Low

Sitting - High

Standing/walking/climbing - Medium

Squatting/Crouching/Kneeling/Bending - Low

Repetitive Hand/Foot Movement - Low

Pushing/Pulling/Reaching Above Shoulder - Low

Work Environment

Indoor/Office Work Environment - High

Outdoor Weather Conditions - N/A

Irritated or Agitated Individuals - Low

Hostile or Violent Individuals - Low

Hazardous Fumes/Odors/Toxic Chemicals - N/A

Confined Spaces (as identified by OSHA) - N/A

Work-Related Travel - Low