Adjunct Instructor, Electrical at Flathead Valley Community College in KALISPELL, MT

Job description

DEPARTMENT: Trades Institute STATUS: This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible position and employment is determined on a course-by-course contract basis and may include teaching up to two classes per semester. PAY RANGE: Pay is determined by the number of credits taught. FLSA: Exempt CLOSING DATE: Open until filled SUMMARY FVCC seeks applications for adjunct instructors to teach on-campus, face-to-face courses in Intro to Electricity, Basic Wiring, and/or Electrical Drafting. Teaching assignments may include alternative delivery methods, day, and/or evening classes. Must be able to work collegially in a team environment. This is a temporary, non-benefits eligible position. Employment is determined on a course-by-course basis. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Conveys knowledge of the subject area in an effective manner for successful student learning outcomes. Fosters positive student and community relations. Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements. Integrates subject area with other related curricula. Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies. Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid with the educational process. Remains current in practices, trends and research related to areas of assignment. Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessment as directed. Performs other duties as assigned. Reports to the Director, Trades and Industrial Arts. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications for instructors in career and technical disciplines: Three (3) years’ experience in the electrical industry; OR Three (3) years of post-secondary education in the career and technical discipline, combined with work experience in the career and technical discipline. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience teaching in a secondary, post-secondary or higher education environment. Experience using online learning management systems. Experience in differentiated instruction for diverse student populations. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Ability to effectively teach content material. Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC. Ability and willingness to serve as an ambassador for the College by interacting appropriately with the college community and community. Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships. Ability to follow and issue directions. Demonstrated communication, technology, presentation, customer service and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds. Ability to intermittently work non-traditional schedules including evenings, weekends, etc. Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels. Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality. Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check. Ability to respond in the event of an emergency. Ability to perform a Medium Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Medium Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: In order to be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/careers-at-fvcc; paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted for open positions. FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration. Additionally, applicants are required to submit the following documents by uploading them to the online application: Letter of application indicating how you meet the minimum qualifications and detail your work experience as it relates to the position's Knowledge, Skills and Abilities; AND A current, comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae; AND, Unofficial transcripts for all degrees held AND/OR Professional Certif