Instructor - Biology

Company: Waukesha County Technical College
Location: Pewaukee
Posted on: May 15, 2025

Job Description:

Description
Through leadership by example, provide instruction, administer authentic assessments, and foster an active learning environment that is focused on student foundational competence, success, retention, and completion.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)

• Develop and maintain course curriculum. Align curriculum to departmental, state, and/or other applicable standards and outcomes.
• Plan, deliver and facilitate student learning, including providing ongoing quality feedback to students.
• Assess student attainment of learning outcomes and critical life skills (both formative and summative), at the course, program, and college level.
• Collect, report, analyze, and use data to support continuous improvement at the course, program and college level.
• Use technology to facilitate student learning, college processes, and personal productivity.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate as a productive member of a team.
• Maintain college learning resources and equipment.
• Participate in recruitment and retention activities.
• Pursue ongoing professional development, maintain occupational competency, and ensure knowledge of current laws and regulations related to the profession(s) in which instruction is provided.
  Minimum Qualifications
  REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated working knowledge of programmatic discipline, curriculum development, effective teaching/learning principles, and evaluation
• Effective interpersonal communication skills - oral, written, active listening, and non-verbal cues
• Strong customer service skills which includes working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to manage time, organize work and meet deadlines
• Ability to effectively integrate technology into instructional delivery and assessment
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with internal (staff, management, personnel) and external contacts (employers, clients, and vendors)
• Ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to work and/or the improvement of processes and/or systems
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and/or with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritize work and adapt to changing priorities
• Intermediate level of proficiency with computer software applications such as word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation programs.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with video-conferencing and technologies associated with adult-centric teaching and learning, as well as within specific programmatic disciplines, which may include web technologies, operating systems, online program tracking platforms, social media platforms, mobile technology tools, and/or AV/multimedia applications and equipment.EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • Master's Degree or advanced Degree required in Biology or closely related field.
  • Must include at least 18 graduate-level credits in a Biological Science.
  • 2 years of successful teaching in science; experience teaching Environmental Science preferred.
  • Attain and maintain a WTCS teaching certificate.
    
    Supplemental Information
    This position supports the Math and Science Department and is available to start on August 4th, 2025.This position will teach General Biology, Environmental Science, and other science courses as needed. In addition, provide academic support for students in the Science Center.This position requires Wisconsin residence and in person instruction. HoursThis is a full-time instructor position on a flexible year-round calendar. Teaching assignments include variable hours, including days, and/ or evenings.Application MaterialsAll applicants both (internal and external) must attach the following to the completed online application for consideration, applications that do not have the required attachments will not be considered:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • College transcripts (unofficial)*Finalists will have to provide official transcripts/license upon hire.
    InterviewsInterview date to be determined. Finalists will be invited to interview via email.
    
    WCTC offers a wide range of outstanding benefits. Benefits include, but not limited to:Competitive compensationComprehensive Benefits Package including health, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, supplemental life, flex spending accounts, and much moreGenerous time off and holiday scheduleEligibility in the Wisconsin Retirement System (ETF)Opportunities for professional growth and development (including tuition reimbursement, tuition waiver)Well-being activities to support personal and professional well-beingCollaborative and supportive team environment
    Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
    
    
    
    
    
    

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