Part-Time Spanish Instructors – Menominee High School

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships.

The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community.

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POSITION REPORTS TO: Associate Dean, Academic Excellence

Location: Menominee High School, Menominee, MI -OR- Virtual (applicants need to be residents of Wisconsin or Michigan)

Modality: In Person or Online Live, plus Self-paced Online

Schedule: 16-weeks per semester, 4 hours per week per section (3-hours direct instruction + 1-hour NET language lab)

Salary: $45.00 per class hour contracted

SAMPLE SCHEDULE: Please note that schedule could be adjusted based on instructor availability and high school need.

• SAMPLE SCHEDULE: 1/21/2025 - 5/20/25 from 8:10a.m. to 9:40a.m. (in-Person or Online Live)

Requires unofficial transcripts to be submitted for instructor certification eligibility review.

Please either attach to your application prior to submittal or email them to clara.vanegeren@nwtc.edu.

POSITION SUMMARY

NWTC is seeking to hire one or more part-time faculty to teach Spanish courses for a K12 partner in Menominee, Michigan. In-Person instruction is preferred; however, Online Live (web-conference) instruction is an option to provide flexibility to candidates who reside a distance beyond that of being considered local to the Menominee, MI community.

Part-Time faculty are an integral part of the College’s staff, helping us provide all learners with the highest quality learning opportunities when, where and how they want it. Upon successful submission of your application, you will be considered for a part-time faculty opportunity supporting our K12 partner, Menominee High School.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering instruction and assessment of learning outcomes.

• Utilize engaging instructional strategies and methodologies which foster student success both in and outside of the classroom.

• Maintain accurate student records and communication.

• Advise and support students as a mentor and role model in the achievement of their learning and career goals. This includes being accessible to students outside of scheduled classroom time.

• Provide educational leadership and work effectively with faculty, administration, and campus support staff.

• Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required by other agencies to maintain individual and program accreditation.

• Comply with College policies and practices related to instruction, assessment, and delivery.

• Additional duties and responsibilities will be discussed as needs arise.

• Must be willing to commit to all required course contact hours, for each class assignment as scheduled.

• Responsible for maintaining curriculum rigor in alignment with state requirements.

• Required to manage the instructional process, to include but not limited to: course preparation, student attendance records, student assessment, grading, and must be accessible to students outside of scheduled classroom time (to include electronic communications as well as in-person meetings).

• Final grades posted within 72-hours of course completion.

• Areas of instruction to be covered could include (but not limited to):

  • 10-802-104 SPANISH 101 ...Learners begin an introduction to the five key components of language study
    (listening/understanding, speaking, reading, writing, and culture). Task-based instruction emphasizes
    pronunciation, grammar essentials, basic conversation, and cultural aspects of the people who speak Spanish in the US and around the world. Language skills are reinforced through required and individual lab practice required.

  • 10-802-105 SPANISH 102 … Learners expand their developing language skills by continuing the
    development of vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar essentials. Use of the target language in conversion, reading, and writing increases. Includes additional history and cultural aspects of the people who speak Spanish in the US and around the world. Task-based instruction and individual lab practice required.

• Within 24-hours, maintain electronic communication with students and staff, in regard to course information, through NWTC email and/or Canvas.

• Work effectively with General Studies department faculty and staff members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree and a combination of 18 graduate/undergraduate credits in Spanish or related subfield they are teaching.

• High level of fluency in reading, writing and speaking Spanish.

• Teaching experience, specifically with adult learners, desirable.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Previous teaching experience with adult learners is preferred

• Ability to work non-standard hours including evening and weekend hours

Skills and Abilities:
• Student Success: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that support student recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.
• Values: Demonstrate behaviors and action that support the College’s values
• Collaboration: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that create respectful environments and services for all, and the ability to work effectively across differences in background and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Extended Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer or attending meetings
• Mobility: Ability to move around the campus to attend meetings and events
• Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in using hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, tools, or controls.
• Visual and Auditory: Ability to read documents and communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Light Lifting: Capability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We strive to accommodate any individual who requires adjustments to ensure a fair and equal employment process. If you require specific accommodations during the application and/or screening process due to a disability or other reasons, please contact Talent and Culture at talentandculture@nwtc.edu or 920-498-6286.

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Talent and Culture.

NWTC does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, creed, marital status, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genetic testing or other applicable legislated categories. Inquiries regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs at 920-498-6823 or nondiscrimination@nwtc.edu.