Part-Time Adjunct Instructor - Continuing Education

Part-time Adjunct Instructor

• Continuing Education

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Rhinelander or Minocqua, WI

Job Type

Adjunct Faculty

Job Number

1500000074

Department

Continuing Education

Opening Date

12/16/2016

• Description

• Benefits

Position Summary

Nicolet College is establishing a pool of qualified candidates to be considered when Adjunct Instructors are needed to teach in the Continuing Education noncredit areas. Areas may include but are not limited to the following Community and Continuing Education topics:

• Arts and Crafts: Sewing, Unique Art, Painting, Drawing

• Food Preparation & Cooking

• Health and Fitness: Dance, Exercise, Yoga and Outdoor Sports

• Business Technology: Microsoft Office Suite and LinkedIn

• Professional Development: Leadership and Customer Service Training

• Certifications and Licensing: Food Manager Certification and Skilled Trades

If you have additional talents or expertise in an area not listed above and would like to share your knowledge, feel free to apply and propose the class idea.

Flexible schedule including days, evenings, or weekends. Classes are offered throughout the Nicolet District, which includes the Rhinelander Campus and designated outreach locations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Deliver learning in accordance with the mission, vision, and philosophy of Nicolet College.

• Maintain accurate student attendance, timecards and class coordination records required according to deadlines.

• Develop, maintain, and improve the Community Education courses by working collaboratively with the Continuing Education coordinator and staff.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or HSED/GED and one year of successful occupational experience in a related field required.

• Knowledge and experience related to technology and/or software required.

• Successful teaching experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students of varied ages, learning styles, academic levels, and cultural backgrounds.

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively to organize activities and assignments, and to create and facilitate student learning.

• Demonstrated ability to teach.

• Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and maintain positive working relationships across the College and in the district required.

• Ability to utilize technology to enhance teaching and learning, as well as other aspects of work.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must demonstrate strong attention to detail, and must be able to problem solve and perform complex tasks without error.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to normal classroom conditions and usual office equipment.

• The employee will be constantly required to talk, touch/handle/grasp (using hands and fingers), and reach with hands and arms.

• The employee will frequently be required to sit and type/write.

• The employee must occasionally move up to 10 pounds of general office items.

• Specific hearing abilities required by this job include hearing normal speaking-level sounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, far, and field of vision.

This position requires regular and punctual employee presence.

Other

Compensation:

Continuing Education Adjunct Instructors are paid $24 - $30 per hour of instruction based on the type of course offered. Benefits are not included with these part-time positions.

Application Procedure:

Apply online at nicoletcollege.edu. Attach a letter of interest, a current résumé, and unofficial transcripts of coursework. The letter of interest MUST INCLUDE the potential class(es) and a brief description for each class you may be willing to teach. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.

Nicolet Area Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment, admissions or its programs or activities.

Benefits do not apply to this part-time position.

We are proud to offer the following services and on-site resources:

• Art Gallery

• Highlights collaboration with local non-profits, public art on campus, social gatherings, and dynamic conversations.

• Automotive Repair

• Services align with topics students are studying in class.

• Community Classes

• We believe learning is for life! Get creative with classes in a variety of areas:

• Arts & Crafts

• Computers & Technology for Home

• Food & Cooking

• Health & Fitness

• Motorcycle Certification

• Outdoor Adventure Series

• Personal Enrichment

Food and Dining

• A' La Carte Service - grab 'n go items, operated by Culinary students.

• Lakeside Café and Market - located in the Lakeside Center.

• Top of the Hill Buffett - a student-run restaurant offering a range of cuisine prepared and served by student chefs. Operates during spring semester.

Library

• Check out a wide variety of items including books/audiobooks, DVDs, music on CDs, magazines, newspapers, and electronic items like laptops, cameras, and recorders.

• Participate in events/offerings throughout the year.

• Tours and research assistance.

Room Rental and Catering

• Conference and technology classrooms, computer labs, and a theatre are available for rent, and we offer catering services.

Salon

• Studio 113

• Cosmetology students provide a range of hair care, nail care, and spa services.

Theatre

• Nicolet Live! brings a diverse offering of events to celebrate the performing arts from the Northwoods and around the world including theatre, music, and film events.