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. Employ 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 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 current employment in the field. Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation.
• Curriculum Development If needed develop curriculum and instructional materials that are competency-based current consistent with employer expectations and aligned with the college policy on the level of required documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

• Masters degree inMicrobiology or Clinical Microbiology/Lab Sciencediscipline.

• Masters degree in related field with at least 18 graduate credits in aMicrobiology-relateddiscipline.

• Masters degree in relatedfieldAND Department of Public Instruction licensure in a discipline or subfield they teach.

When evaluating the credentials of faculty who have obtained a Master of Education degree but not a masters degree in a discipline:
- Graduate-level courses in the discipline/subfield and methods courses that are specifically for the teaching of that discipline/subfield may be considered for meeting the 18 graduate credit hour minimum.

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

Licenses Certifications and Other Requirements:

• 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.

• Qualified per FVTC requirements at the 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.

• 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 applicants 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.

Work Environment

• Work is typically performed in a classroom.

• Work is typically performed online.

• Work will be completed in a hybrid environment both in person and virtually.

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.