Instructor - Communication Skills

feels empowered to be themselves and supported in their personal and professional growth. This means actively identifying and removing barriers to opportunity and providing pathways to social and economic advancement. Western is deeply connected to the communities we serve, and we believe in the power of education to drive positive change. We seek individuals who are passionate about teaching and learning, dedicated to student success, and eager to collaborate in building a more vibrant, equitable community. If you share these values and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this opportunity at Western. Instructors are responsible for preparing and providing quality curriculum, instruction, and assessment that leads to student success. Recognizing the diverse backgrounds of students, instructors foster student growth and prepare them for success in the workplace and/or a pathway to further education. This position works to promote social justice within the division and the larger academic institution. Instruction will primarily be in an in-person format at the La Crosse Campus with a possibility of travel to regional locations. Teaching terms would be: Fall/Spring/Summer Essential Functions: Maintain and uphold the College values of Learning, Excellence, Accountability, Diversity, Student Success, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect. Instruction - Supporting Actions Include: Prepares coherent lesson plans which align with competency based learning and reflect knowledge of subject matter and the students in the course. Delivers course via multiple modes of delivery. Scaffolds and differentiates instruction so that all students can engage with the content in a rigorous and thought-provoking manner. Assists all students in learning content knowledge in support of the College SuccessAbilities. Understands and incorporates a variety of teaching methods, assessments, and technologies that align with class objectives, course competencies, and program outcomes. Uses a variety of formative assessments to gauge student learning, adjust instruction, and provide timely feedback to students. Incorporates performance-based assessment strategies and other forms of summative assessments. Collaborates with other programs, faculty, and teams to support learning. Collaborates with all students and Western staff to retain students and assist them in being successful. Classroom Management - Supporting Actions Include: Uses student feedback and other data for continuous improvement. Is accessible, available, and responsive to support a safe, positive learning environment. Understands and conveys the student code of conduct. Supports student success through referrals to appropriate student services. Defines and utilizes clear classroom policies and procedures that supports a positive learning environment and academic risk taking. Maintains labs, classrooms, and clinical spaces for safety, functionality, and sustainability. Professional and Academic Leadership - Supporting Actions Include: Develops and continually revises curriculum that reflects diverse perspectives, SuccessAbilities and technical content to meet industry or regulatory standards. Engages in reflective practice. Participates in ongoing development to continually refine teaching methods through College trainings and professional development opportunities. Models the College Values of Learning, Excellence, Accountability, Diversity, Student Success, Integrity, Teamwork, and Respect. Implements the Core Values with the end result of student success. Actively participates in College initiatives and work groups (e.g. hiring committees, learning teams, etc.) Works collaboratively within program/department to support orientation, registration, advising, mentoring, recruiting, and other activities. Maintains necessary credentials and professional development in accordance with Higher Learning Commission, WTCS Faculty Quality Assurance System, other program accreditation or individual occupational licensures and state and federal law. Develops ongoing partnerships with students, coworkers, supervisors and the community. Uses College systems to maintain class records and develop curriculum. Uses data to measure quality outcomes related to student success and design improvement strategies as appropriate to maintain program/department integrity. Creates and conducts assessments to measure previous learning for the required application of credit for prior learning. Complete all required College training and responsible for maintaining the skills necessary to complete the essential functions of the position as defined by the department. Student Success is the cornerstone of Western's culture and the college may assign employees as needed to other areas or additional duties to foster this success. Qualifications: Minimum Education and Occupational Qualifications: Master's degree in Communications field with at least 18 credits in Oral Communications OR Master's degree with 18 graduate credits in Oral Communications Preferred Qualifications: Teaching experience Required Certification/License: Eligible for/or meets WTCS Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements Willingness to obtain additional graduate credits, if needed, to teach the full spectrum of communications courses Special Instructions/About Western: This position reports to: Dean - General Studies Starting annual salary range based on education and experience: $60,400 - $81,545 This position would include competitive salary, along with a wide variety of benefits available to full-time Western Technical College Employees. These benefits include: health, HRA, dental, life, retirement - Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), voluntary vision, supplemental Allstate insurance (accident, critical illness and cancer), pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans, flexible spending account for health & dependent care, employee assistance program (EAP), Employee Wellness Incentive, Education Reimbursement, and tax-sheltered retirement annuity programs - 457 & 403(b). We offer a range of paid leave including Bereavement, Casual Illness, Personal, Holidays, Summer Fridays, Shut Down, Parental paid leave, Military paid leave, Volunteer leave, and Leave donation. Applicant review will begin: June 1, 2026 Start Date of: August 2026 Copies of Transcripts from regionally accredited colleges or universities are acceptable during the application process (originals will be required upon hire) This role requires authorization to work in the United States. 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