Instructor Early Childhood Education (Part Time)

Job Category

FVTC Worksite

Hours Per Week

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

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. Create learning experiences that integrate instructional technologies to maximize student success and multiple delivery methodologies 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 student persistence retention completion rate course success and learning and to design improvement strategies based on the evidence.
• Curriculum Development - Develop and continually revise curriculum and instructional materials that are competency-based current consistent with employer expectations and aligned with the college policy on level of required documentation to successfully prepare graduates for their chosen career fields.
• 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. Ensure course materials (including textbooks) are available to students.
• Team Participation Support the college by engaging in division department and team activities and meetings including planning development and budgeting and staying current with internal and external changes and initiatives.
• Business & Community Engagement - Build and maintain ongoing relationships with community industry and clinical partners by participating in advisory committees external meetings business visits and community groups Collaborate with staff to recruit students participate in recruitment events and proactively promote the College and our programs.
• Student Success & Support Serve as an advocate for students and engage in activities that help students reach their goals by collaborating with Student Services staff to retain students close achievement gaps and help all students be successful. Advise students regarding class schedules career information internships and other program-related information.
• Professional Development - Continually improve knowledge and skills in emerging trends current occupational practices and teaching through professional development activities networking with regional industry leaders and the integration of new techniques and technology. Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation.

• Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or in a related and appropriate field; Masters Degree preferred OR

• Possess a degree at the level in which they are teaching AND additional experience beyond what is required AND a plan to obtain bachelors degree (with approval by the Vice President Learning and Chief Academic Officer.) AND
• Minimum of two (2) years full-time (or 4000 total hours if part-time) of occupational experience in a target job for the program or programs being taught.

• • One year (or 2000 hours) shall be within five (5) years prior to the date of appointment.

• • One year (or 2000 hours) may be waived for occupational instructors with at least two (2) years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within five (5) years prior to the date of appointment.

In evaluating candidates for this position Fox Valley Technical College may consider an exception to the education and experience requirements in the event of emergency staffing situations pending credentials specialized expertise or renowned qualifications of candidate emerging fields or lack of candidate availability. Exceptions must be approved by the Vice President of Learning/Chief Academic Officer.

• Satisfactory background check and fingerprint-based criminal background check as required by the Wisconsin Administrative Code for Child Care Center Licensing.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Subject to FVTCs Motor Vehicle Records Check.
• 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.

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

Work environment may change based upon college needs.

• 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.

• Fine Motor Skills: This role requires 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 fieldwork or travel for professional development.

• Lifting and Carrying: The role requires occasional/continuous lifting and carrying of light to moderate items up to 20 pounds.

• Driving: Ability to operate a vehicle.

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.

Additional Information

Starting Range: $73900 - $86900 per year.
Pay is based on a multitude of factors including experience qualifications education relevant certifications internal equity and market data.
Note: Internal applicants wage will be based upon the applicable compensation guidelines.

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 workforce. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical dental and vision insurance along with retirement contributions to the Wisconsin Retirement System and 403(b)/457 plan options. Employees enjoy paid sick leave holidays and bereavement leave. We offer life and disability insurance with options for additional coverage. Work-life balance is supported through flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions) and wellbeing programs. Professional development opportunities include training certifications and tuition reimbursement. Additional perks at the Appleton Main Campus include an onsite health and wellbeing clinic dental clinic fitness center Parent/Child Center (onsite child care) library café printing services Trilogy Salon & Spa and more.

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).