Human Services Foundation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Madison College is recruiting a pool of highly motivated and qualified candidates to teach part-time courses for the Human Services program. Applications will be accepted on a continual basis for the 2026-2027 academic school year. If you possess the aspiration to help others succeed, this is an opportunity for you to positively impact the community and lives of our students. Madison College is a first-choice institution that offers exceptional educational opportunities to our students providing high-demand skills for professional and academic growth.

Madison College's dedication to promoting equity, inclusion and diversity is reflected in our Mission, Vision, and Values. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher education community. Hiring a diverse workforce that mirrors our student population is more than just a commitment at Madison College - it is the foundation of what we are striving to do. Come be part of our great team!

Organizational Function and Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for instruction in the Human Services Associate Degree program at the associate degree credit level. Instructors develop instructional strategies and curriculum as a regular part of their work.

This position reports to the Dean - School of Human and Protective Services.

Essential Duties:

The following duties are typically expected of this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

1. Facilitate instruction in the Human Services Associate Degree Program, including but not limited to the following courses and programs: Introduction to Human Services, Orientation to Human Services Populations, Interviewing, Group Work Skills, Social Change Skills, Introduction to Community Mental Health, Human Services Counseling Skills, Community Service Agencies.

2. Develop and plan appropriate instructional strategies and assessments.

3. Assist and advise students who have problems with assignments, tests, grades, course content, career concerns, and other academic matters.

4. Evaluate student performance and provide regular feedback in courses taught by the Instructor.

5. Develop and maintain curriculum in a variety of non-traditional formats to meet student needs in collaboration with the Human Services department and other college staff; participate in instructional and curriculum articulation activities with other programs and other schools of instruction.

6. Function without direct supervision in a team environment with the ability to support a cohesive department atmosphere.

7. Comply with college and external policies, procedures, regulations and directions regarding student testing, record keeping, advanced standing, providing grades on a timely basis, maintaining office hours for student assistance and counseling, etc.

8. Assist students in developing work experience assignments such as clinical affiliations, work-study assignments, team projects, etc.

9. Maintain one of the following licenses issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services:

• licensed psychologist

• licensed social worker

• licensed professional counselor

• licensed marriage and family therapist, AND

• Knowledge and experience with substance use and addictive disorders.

10. Use data to continually revise curriculum to improve student learning.

11. Design and implement strategies to engage students in the learning process.

12. Integrate the use of technology into the teaching and learning process.

13. Plan and implement professional development strategies to continually improve teaching and professional experience.

14. Maintain certification as an instructor with the Wisconsin Technical College System.

15. Comply with all aspects of Board policies, work rules, and the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

16. Demonstrate a commitment to the college mission, vision and values.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Knowledge and skills needed to train entry-level professionals in the field of human services including the area of substance use and addictive disorders.

2. Knowledge of and experience with current educational methods and strategies; learner-centered instruction, assessment, evaluation; collaborative techniques; and strategies that address closing the gap in student access and achievement across race, gender, and disability.

3. Skill in the use of educational technology and alternative delivery methods to deliver high-quality instruction (i.e., online and hybrid course formats, course software such as Blackboard, video, interactive television, etc.).

4. Skill in communications and human relations with populations having diverse socio-economic and racial backgrounds and persons with physical and/or learning disabilities.

5. Skill in oral and written communications.

6. Knowledge and experience working with English language learners (ELL) and/or people with limited English proficiency (LEP).

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Master's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling psychology, educational psychology or an equivalent degree.

2. Current license issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services:

• licensed psychologist

• licensed social worker

• licensed professional counselor

• licensed marriage and family therapist, AND

• Knowledge and experience with substance use and addictive disorders.

3. Five years or more of clinical experience in the field of human services working with more than one client population. Must have experience with people of diverse backgrounds including people with substance use and addictive disorders. Preferred current clinical experience working with LEP populations, and culturally competent, recovery oriented and trauma informed services.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Madison College utilizes pool postings for all Part-time Instructor positions. This posting is a pool position to collect applications for potential part-time instruction positions. Part-time Instructors are hired on a per course basis each semester, and teaching one semester does not guarantee assignment for the following semester. The teaching hours for a part-time instructor vary and can include day, evening, and weekend classes.

If interested, please complete the required online application and attach a resume, cover letter, and transcripts (unofficial copy). Please note that all transcripts will be checked for verification of accreditation before hire. This pool will close on approximately January 31, 2027. If you are not contacted by this time and you are still interested in employment with Madison College, you will be asked to reapply to a new pool. All communications will be through the email provided on your application materials.

We regard diversity in the workforce as a competitive advantage and strongly support its presence in our educational environment.

If you are experiencing application issues, please contact us at the Talent Acquisition email Talent@madisoncollege.eduor HR hotline (608) 246-6900.

To ensure that emails from us regarding your application do not go to your spam folder, please add the @madisoncollege.edu domain as a safe sender in your email.

Madison Area Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment, admissions or its programs or activities. Madison College offers degrees, diplomas, apprenticeships and certificates in Architecture & Engineering; Arts, Design & Humanities; Business; Construction, Manufacturing & Maintenance; Culinary, Hospitality & Fitness; Education & Social Services; Health Sciences; Information Technology; Law, Protective & Human Services; Science, Math & Natural Resources; and Transportation. Admissions criteria vary by program and are available by calling our Enrollment Office at (608) 246-6210 or (800) 322-6282 Ext. 6210. The following person has been designated to coordinate Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and to handle inquiries regarding the college's nondiscrimination policies: Lisa Muchka, Director, Civil Rights and Compliance, 1701 Wright Street, Madison, WI 53704 (608) 246.5221