Under the direct supervision of the Associate Dean/Instructional Manager, the instructor is responsible for providing instruction to students within the assigned and approved instructional delivery system and in accordance with the mission, goals, policies and procedures of the District. The instructor is responsible for providing an active learning environment to enable students to demonstrate course competencies, and creating a student learning centered environment that places learning at the center of educational experiences. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Assist in the development of department approved program goals and/or course goals.
   
   2. Develop and update or utilize specific, measurable department approved course competencies which define learning expectations utilizing the district approved instructional design system which is currently the Wisconsin Instructional Design System (WIDS).
   
   3. Develop, utilize and/or update department approved course outcome summaries to meet established competencies.
   
   4. Assist in the determination of department approved program/course readiness scores which comprise part of the District pre-assessment plan.
   
   5. Plan, select, prepare and implement appropriate active learning activities to meet all course competencies.
   
   6. Prepare and/or select and utilize reliable and valid formative and summative in-class assessment tools/techniques to measure students' achievement of course competencies.
   
   7. Plan, select, prepare, and/or recommend purchase of textbooks, equipment, supplies, hardware/software, audio-visual materials, library references and other materials needed by students to help them achieve course competencies.
   
   8. Convene class on time and dismiss class at appropriate time.
   
   9. Distribute, in written form, course competencies, performance criteria, established district approved grading procedures and standards, attendance and class policies/procedures, and other necessary information to students at the beginning of the course.
   
   10. Deliver instruction using active learning methods which accommodate different learning styles.
   
   11. Encourage and utilize student feedback to determine how students respond to learning activities.
   
   12. Establish and maintain positive rapport with students and actively engage them as partners in the learning process.
   
   13. Where assistance or support is needed and can be provided, refer students to appropriate resources.
   
   14. Provide guidance and advice to students as requested or needed regarding course progress, program areas and other academic concerns.
   
   15. Maintain accurate rosters and records of student grades, attendance, and progress and keep permanent records for six years.
   
   16. Prepare and submit required grades and reports within established deadlines.
   
   17. Review and revise as necessary delivery methods, instructional materials, learning activities, and assessment tools based on pre-assessment, during class assessment and post assessment data.
   
   18. Utilize district approved standard grading system and attendance policy and procedures.
   
   19. Provide reasonable accommodations for learners with special needs.
   
   20. Monitor and assess students' progress, provide feedback to students a minimum of twice during the semester, and be available to meet with students, as needed, to discuss academic progress.
   
   21. Communicate and enforce safety regulations, policies, and practices.
   
   22. Ensure that instructional equipment is in safe and proper operating condition and report repair and/or maintenance needs.
   
   23. In accordance with District policies and guidelines, resolve student conduct problems, if appropriate, and report all incidents and violations to designated personnel.
   
   24. Provide support for students in collaboration with WCTC counselors and the student advising initiative.
   
   25. Review library resources and recommend books, periodicals and other information resources for addition to the library collection.
   
   26. Design, prepare and utilize handouts, visual presentation materials, media and software that is of a professional quality and copyright approved where necessary.
   
   27. Maintain and post office hours.

1. Eligibility for Wisconsin Technical College System certification.
   
   a. Twelve months of occupational experience other than in the educational field for academic subject instructors.
   
   b. Twenty-four months of directly related occupational experience for occupational subject instructors.
   
   2. Previous teaching experience is desirable.
   
   3. Appropriate technical/occupational licensure where applicable.
   
   NOTE: An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired will also be considered.

The position is part of the Graphics, Construction & Transportation department in the School of Applied Technologies, and will report to the Associate Dean.

Salary is posted at the 2023-2024 rates.