Northcentral Technical College
Posted 1mo ago

Adjunct Instructor - Applied Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Technology & Trades (part-time)

Northcentral Technical College
Wausau or Antigo or Medford or Phillips or Spencer or Wittenberg or Merrill or Maine
OnsitePart Time
Responsibilities
  • planning instruction
  • maintaining records
  • teaching classes
Requirements
  • Minimum 2 years (4,000 hours) relevant occupational experience
  • Associate's or bachelor's in subject area or equivalent
  • Ability to meet WTCS/HLC and accreditation requirements
  • Proficiency with Canvas, Starfish, Cengage, and Teams
Technical tools mentioned
CanvasStarfishCengageTeams

Job description

Thank you for your interest in a career at Northcentral Technical College (NTC). NTC offers outstanding career opportunities on a modern campus with state-of-the-art technology that allows for a collaborative learning and work environment. If you have a desire to help students while positively impacting the community, we’d love for you to join our team!

Job Description & Qualifications:

Job Summary

The instructor is primarily responsible for creating a performance-based learning and teaching environment for students in accordance with the educational objectives of the College.

Adjunct Application Information

While there may not be an immediate need for an adjunct in every area, Northcentral Technical College (NTC) accepts applications regardless, in order to create a pool for when there may be a need.  Upon successful submission of your application, you will be considered for future part-time adjunct instructor opportunities and your application will be on file as a potential candidate who could possibly fill a position if or when the need arises.  Adjunct positions in this area include but are not limited to:

  • Architectural Design

  • Automotive Technology

  • Automation

  • Auto CAD (Computer Aided Design)

  • Electromechanical

  • Engineering

  • Machine Tool

  • Mechanical Design

  • Programmer (Logic Control)

  • Welding

  • Wood Manufacturing Processes – Antigo

Part-time Instructors are hired on a per-course basis each semester, and teaching one semester does not guarantee being assigned the following semester. The teaching hours for a part-time instructor vary and can include day, evening, and weekend classes.  Adjunct faculty can teach a maximum of 12 student contact hours per week averaged over the semester.

This posting will close on December 31, 2025. If you are not contacted by this time and you are still interested in employment with NTC, especially if your qualifications have changed, please reapply.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

  • Plan learning-centered instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course including activities and teaching methods designed for a variety of learning styles to help students achieve course outcomes and validate that learning has taken place.

  • Maintain accurate attendance, student success, and scholastic records of students; submit required reports and meet response deadlines.

  • Meet with classes as assigned and maintain a classroom/laboratory/shop environment emphasizing safety, good housekeeping, and equipment security.

  • Use course text, outlines, syllabi, and other curriculum materials in accordance with college and department guidelines.

  • Utilize learning technology for teaching, delivery of course content, learning, assessment, online/distance learning, and student record keeping (ex. Canvas, Starfish, Cengage, Teams, etc.)

  • Communicate, respond to questions, and provide consistent and timely feedback to students about successful course completion; actively participate in communications with the college, department, and team.  

  • Participate in the College's assessment process, professional development, Faculty Quality Assurance Standards (FQAS) and in-service activities.

  • Maintain qualification requirements throughout employment as an instructor under Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS), Higher Learning Commission (HLC), FQAS, accreditation standards, and/or licensing standards where applicable.

The essential functions and responsibilities listed are intended to describe the primary functions of persons assigned to this position.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements and may require some flexibility and interpretation to fit the needs of other areas of the College. 

Minimum Qualifications Required

Ability to meet the qualifications under Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS), Higher Learning Commission (HLC) requirements, accreditation standards, and/or licensing standards where applicable.  Human Resources will determine if the candidate is qualified per specific instructional area.

Education:

  • Associate’s degree in subject area or closely related field; or equivalent to teach within the technical degree instructional area/program. 

  • Bachelor’s degree in subject area or closely related field; or equivalent to teach within the Associate degree instructional area/program. 

Experience:

A minimum of two years (4,000 hours) full-time or equivalent relevant occupational experience. At a minimum, occupational experience has to have occurred at least one year within the last five years; may waive the occupational experience of one year within the last five years if the candidate has two years post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within the last five years.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in teaching and working with diverse populations in a post-secondary setting.   

Subject area-related industry licensures or certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

  • Success and commitment as a team member, fostering consensus and collaboration in and out of the classroom. 

  • The ability to manage projects, set and achieve specific objectives and measure results. 

  • Proficiency in the use of technology, computers and software.

  • Promote and model professionalism as an educator and business professional.

Physical Demands (varies per adjunct position)

Carrying/Lifting 10-25lbs: Medium

Carrying/Lifting 25-50lbs: Medium

Carrying/Lifting more than 50lbs: Low

Sitting: Low

Standing/Walking/Climbing: High

Squatting/Crouching/Kneeling/Bending: Low

Repetitive Hand/Foot Movement: High

Pushing/Pulling/Reaching Above Shoulder: Low

Work Environment 

Indoor/Office Work Environment: Medium

Outdoor Weather Conditions: Low

Irritated or Agitated Individuals: Low

Hostile or Violent Individuals: Low

Hazardous Fumes/Odors/Toxic Chemicals: Low

Confined Spaces (as identified by OSHA): Low

About Northcentral Technical College

Provides vocational training, associate degrees, and professional certifications.

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