Adjunct Faculty

Moraine Park Technical College is seeking a dynamic and dedicated part-time adjunct faculty instructor to teach English Language Learner (ELL) courses at our West Bend campus. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping students develop their English language skills and succeed. This position requires evening availability, with classes held one to two days a week. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of ELL students at Moraine Park

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare for and facilitate learning in the assigned courses according to the College’s core values. Establish a professional and safe learning environment. Set the classroom tone by modeling appropriate workplace skills and behavior. Maintain a positive climate for learning by performing classroom management and being aware of, monitoring, and enforcing the Student Code of Conduct.
• Meet student learning needs by incorporating a variety of teaching methods and assessments.
• Maintain student confidentiality, records, and documentation as required by Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Submit grades within the expected timeframe.
• Provide timely verbal and written feedback to the students to ensure continued growth and development.
• May participate in the development, implementation, evaluation, and updating of curriculum.
• Assist with student recruitment and positively promote the College programs and services offered.
• Promote retention and student success through the utilization of referrals to College services and resources.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with K-12, Department of Corrections (DOC), community, and industry partners beyond the classroom.
• Actively maintain proficient knowledge and skills in emerging trends and current occupational practices. Complete annual professional development activities in areas of Faculty Quality Assurance Standards (FQAS) competencies. Complete all required training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Necessary Experience & Qualifications:

               Must-Have Qualifications:

• Must meet one of the following:
  • Bachelor’s Degree with at least 20 semester credits in one or a combination of the following:
    • English as a Second Language (ESL)
    • Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
    • Vocational English as a Second Language (VESL)
    • Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
    • Applied Linguistics
    • Bilingual Education
    • Foreign Language Instruction
  • Wisconsin DPI license in English Language Learner
• Upon hire, must maintain and/or obtain Higher Learning Commission, Faculty Quality Assurance System, and other agency requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation, if applicable.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations by promoting and maintaining an inclusive work environment and culture that is respectful and accepting of diversity.

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to speak and write in English and Spanish in professional settings.
• Two years of teaching experience in English as a Second Language (ESL).
• Experience working with secondary, post-secondary, and adult learners

• Ability to adapt teaching to multiple modalities including in-person, online, video conferencing (VC), and Teams.

Any combination of necessary experience and qualifications which provides desired knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Faculty Quality Assurance System (FQAS) Competencies:

• Curriculum & Assessment
  • Use a performance-based curriculum to guide learning and assessment
  • Integrate formative and summative assessments aligned to outcomes
  • Use data to inform decision-making about the teaching and learning process
  • Communicate feedback to promote student learning and engagement

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Analyze how your identities influence student success
  • Use resources to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the learning community
  • Cultivate an inclusive learning environment that meets the needs of every learner
• Student Success
  • Examine the variety of factors that influence student success
  • Utilize varied strategies for managing inclusive learning environments
  • Utilize college/community resources and services available to support teaching and learning
• Teaching Methods
  • Implement evidence-based instructional strategies
  • Develop a plan for learning
  • Facilitate learning
  • Utilize technology to enhance learning experiences
  • Adapt teaching practice to meet student needs

Other Position Requirements:

• Flexible scheduling may be required to include evenings and weekends.
• This position may require travel to MPTC (Moraine Park Technical College) campus locations other than the base location, client/contract work sites, and/or correctional facility.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.