Professional Development Instructor Jobs in Wisconsin

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Job Posting Date:
January 29, 2026
Application Deadline:
Salary Information:
Salary depends upon workload. Instructional hourly rate $69.39.
Department:
School of Professional & Continuing Education_Professional Development
Job Description:
Madison Area Technical College is recruiting a pool of qualified and creative part-time instructors to teach professional development/vocational courses and customized training for business clients. Classes and workshops are non-credit, lifelong learning experiences that are available to all interested community members and business and industry clients. Applications are on a continual basis for the 2026-2027 academic year.
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:
Continuing Education is continuously recruiting for engaging, creative, and enthusiastic subject matter experts to teach non-credit professional development courses, workshops, and customized training opportunities for business and industry clients. Courses range from business and marketing, to leadership, technology, health, dental and so much more.
Under limited supervision, the instructor is responsible for teaching in their area of expertise and strives to ensure all students meet the objectives of the course. Provide outstanding customer service through positive class interaction, meeting participant needs, and maintaining a neat and inviting learning experience while having a positive and upbeat attitude.
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Essential Duties:
The following summary of duties and responsibilities are typically expected of this position. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Facilitate an outstanding student/client experience by giving exemplary customer service.
2. Greet and welcome students/clients.
3. Create and distribute course syllabus and/or participant materials.
4. Develop appropriate instructional strategies and alternative delivery strategies when needed. Examples include hybrid, face-to-face and online course delivery.
5. Consistently teach scheduled classes.
6. Deliver course content and ensure that learning outcomes and student/client expectations are met.
7. Effectively communicate with students//clients and the professional and continuing education team.
8. Answer questions and provide resources as appropriate to students/clients.
9. Straighten classroom before and after each class.
10. Participate in orientation, occasional meetings, convocation, professional development, and/or other activities to assist you in your success as an instructor.
11. Design and implement strategies to engage students/clients in the learning process.
12. Integrate the use of technology into the teaching and learning process.
13. Comply with all Board and College policies.
14. Demonstrate a commitment to the college's mission, vision and values.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of current adult educational methods and strategies, including learner-centered instruction, assessment, evaluation and collaborative techniques and strategies.
2. Skill in the use of educational technology and alternative delivery methods.
3. Knowledge and ability to infuse multicultural perspectives into course content and delivery.
4. Skill in communications and human relations with populations having diverse socio-economic and racial backgrounds, as well as individuals with disabilities.
5. Passionate about lifelong learning.
6. Be able and willing to represent the college in the most positive manner with prospective, former, and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve.
7. Establish and maintain good working relationships with students, staff, and fellow instructors.
8. Communicate clearly, concisely, and coherently orally and in writing.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
2. Two years (4,000 hours) of related work experience.
3. Teaching experience preferred but not required.
(Other certifications and/or credentials may be required depending on the course being taught.)
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 -mail 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.edu or HR hotline (608) 246-6900.
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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