K12 Dual Credit Resource Guide 2020-2021 | Page 17

CREDIT Connecting with NWTC Faculty and Staff NWTC Faculty Career Coaches NWTC faculty begin and/or enhance their connection with high school transcripted credit instructors through the NWTC/K-12 Spring Summit. This mentorship relationship continues throughout the entire academic year. High school instructors are provided mechanisms to contact their NWTC faculty with inquiries on curriculum, course delivery, resources, NWTC programming, etc. NWTC recognizes our K-12 Relations as a significant strategic direction of the college and encourages this continued relationship building. High school instructors are encouraged to reach out to faculty when there are questions or concerns. K-12 Relations manager and staff are also a resource when needed. Did you know NWTC has Career Coaches who can: Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) • Assist with college applications, FAFSA and Scholarship applications The purpose of the Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) is to ensure student success by improving instruction, services, student centered instructional practices through education, application, and coaching. The TLC is a consultative body, inspiring continuous professional development leading to improvement in curriculum design, delivery, technology application, and assessment practices. The TLC promotes a culture of lifelong learning and commitment to effectiveness in teaching and learning and is guided by the college principles of diversity, accessibility, and academic integrity. We invite our transcripted credit teachers to join us in this learning environment. • Organize a campus visit or a college classroom shadow for your students • Visit your classrooms and talk to students about the importance of earning college credits and how they relate to NWTC programing and future careers. Other presentation topics include but are not limited to: job outlook, careers in demand, soft skills, resume and cover letter writing, transfer agreements with four year colleges and universities and college readiness. • Meet with your students 1:1 and provide career exploration/advising To find your Career Coach, visit nwtc.edu/CareerCoach 15