Adjunct Instructor Horticulture Community Class (Non-Credit)

Job Category

FVTC Worksite

Hours Per Week

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilties

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.
• Classroom Management Fulfill assigned schedule maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety housekeeping and equipment security and ensure opportunities for student/engagement evaluation.
• Business & Community Engagement Build and maintain ongoing relationships with community industry and clinical partners. Proactively promote the College and our programs.

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

• Lifting and Carrying: The role requires occasional/continuous lifting and carrying of light to moderate items up to 20lbs).
• 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 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 interacting with employees candidates and stakeholders both in-person and through electronic means.
• Travel: Instructor position may require off-site teaching or fieldwork
• Driving: Valid drivers license and ability to operate a vehicle.
• Subject to FVTCs Motor Vehicle Records Disclosure Check.

Work Environment

• Work must be completed in person.
• Work is typically performed in a classroom.
• Work is typically performed outdoors and in all weather conditions in and around traffic.

Work environment may change based upon college needs.

EOE/ADA Statement

Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) FVTC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Nothing in this job description limits managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement or affect the at-will nature of the employment arrangement between the employee and company and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Additional Information

Hourly pay rate: $25.00

Pay is based on a multitude of factors including experience qualifications education relevant certifications internal equity and market data.

Thank you for your interest in Adjunct Faculty opportunities with Fox Valley Technical College. Upon successful submission of your application cover letter and resume you will be considered for future adjunct faculty opportunities. FVTC will keep your application in our files as a POTENTIAL candidate who could possibly fill a position when or if the need arises. ONLY if the need shall arise you will be contacted via the contact information provided on your application otherwise you will not receive any further contact from FVTC.

Adjunct instructors are hired on a per course basis. The total hours for an adjunct instructor range from approximately 3 hours per week to no more than 8 hours per week. Hours vary and can include both day evening and weekend classes. Courses are taught in traditional classroom and alternative delivery formats.

If you should have any questions regarding adjunct teaching opportunities for this position please contact Chuck Stangel at

At Fox Valley Technical College we recognize employees as key contributors to our mission and are committed to fostering a culture of fairness transparency and excellence. Our total rewards philosophy ensures equitable compensation and benefits supporting a highly engaged this position you will automatically be enrolled in the FICA Alternative Retirement Plan which helps you start save for retirement. Work-life balance is supported through flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions) and wellbeing programs. Professional development opportunities include training. Additional perks at the Appleton Main Campus include an onsite dental clinic fitness center Parent/Child Center (onsite child care) library café printing services Trilogy Salon & Spa and more.

Will accept applications on an ongoing basis.

Fox Valley Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution providing equal opportunity to all persons including members of underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds females veterans and individuals of all abilities.
For questions regarding the Colleges nondiscrimination policy contact: Rayon Brown - (Affirmative Action) (sex-based discrimination or harassment) or Dan Squires - (Disability related discrimination).