Information Technology Infrastructure Instructor

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Job Posting Date:

July 9, 2025

Application Deadline:

Salary Information:

$75,000 - $95,000

Department:

School of STEM_Faculty & Managers

Job Description:

The School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math at Madison College is hiring a full time Information Technology Infrastructure Instructor.  Madison College is a comprehensive, open-access institution providing a high-quality education to a diverse population, including first-generation college students. We are seeking motivated and engaged candidates who share a willingness to collaborate with other faculty members, staff, students, and the community at large. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the field and to teaching that will enable them to be a visionary and innovative member of the program.

Work-life balance is an important element of Madison College. Flexible work hours and scheduling allow faculty to enjoy their lives outside of work. Full-time faculty work a nine-month contract for the academic year (Fall and Spring semesters), and teaching summer courses is optional, with additional pay. Most importantly, you will play a major part in influencing and maintaining the College’s mission, vision, and values.

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!

This position will be open until filled, with a first consideration date of September 28. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Our goal is to conduct first round interviews the week of October 13, and second-round interviews the week of October 27, with a January 5, 2026, start date.

This position is responsible for instruction of Information Technology in the infrastructure programs at the college level including IT-Network System Administration and IT-Cloud DevOps Specialist.  This includes developing a relevant and progressive curriculum, designing and implementing effective learning strategies and environments, utilizing innovative teaching techniques and technology, delivering instruction of high quality, assessing student learning, advising students, and participating in college service activities at the department, school and college levels.

This position reports to the Dean in the School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

A faculty member in this position can expect to teach in person (day and evening), and online.  All faculty are expected to teach in a variety of formats (training provided as needed for non-traditional formats).

This position is located in the vibrant and diverse city of Madison, Wisconsin’s 2nd largest city and state capital. Nestled between two recreational lakes, Madisonians are offered year-round activities for all, including the Dane County Farmers’ Market located around the Capitol Square, more than 200 miles of scenic biking and hiking trails, world class restaurants, and numerous festivals and community events. Madison is consistently ranked as a top community in which to work, live and play. Madison offers a small town feel, with a big city impression. But, if that’s not enough, Madison is just a short 125 miles northwest of Chicago and 77 miles west of Milwaukee. To learn more about what Mad-Town has to offer, you can visit www.visitmadison.com.

Essential Duties:

• Facilitate student learning by developing appropriate instructional strategies to fit students’ needs and support student engagement. Continually revise curriculum to improve student learning.
• Evaluate student performance and provide regular feedback in courses taught by the instructor.
• Contribute to student success and retention by advising students with course selection, career concerns, internships, and other matters.
• Serve as an advocate for students and engage in activities that help students achieve their goals such as writing letters of recommendation, and/or helping students link with internships, service learning, job shadowing and other forms of networking.
• Provide support to the program, the school, and the college by attending and engaging in events and meetings and participating fully within the team environment.
• Continually improve teaching through professional development activities and the integration of new techniques and technology. This includes the development and implementation of an individualized professional development plan.
• Maintains a commitment to the college mission, vision and values.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• ​Knowledge and / or experience with some or all the following technical skills: Linux, Windows Server Administration (e.g. Active Directory, Single Sign-On, Group Policy), Data networking systems, Basic programming/scripting language (e.g. Python, PowerShell), Virtualization technologies
• Effective communication skills including demonstrated skill in communications and human relations with populations of diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and persons with disabilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.  This includes, but is not limited to, knowledge/experience with current educational methods/strategies such as learner-centered instruction, active learning, assessment, evaluation, collaborative techniques, and strategies aimed at closing the achievement gaps across race, gender, class, and disability (through inclusive pedagogy).
• -Desire and ability to teach courses at both the collegiate transfer and technical/occupational program levels.
• Ability to communicate complex and difficult concepts and ideas to students with varied backgrounds and levels of preparedness. 
• Engage in continuous improvement in the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods, as well as incorporating appropriate use of new and emerging technologies into the learning environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues on course and program promotion, direction, and innovation.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

Associates Degree OR Combination of education and other accomplishments that are equivalent to the above.

(If claiming equivalency, attach separate statement that presents basis for this claim and submit supporting evidence, e.g., IT Industry certifications, transcripts, publications and other work products.)

Work Experience

Four (4) years or 8,000 hours of combined occupational experience in information technology.  The experience must include two (2) years (4,000 hours) of related work experience within the past five (5) years. (waived if 2 years post -secondary teaching experience in the last five years).

Mode of Instruction

Experience with, or willingness to learn, different modes of instruction (online, hybrid, Classroom Live, and modes of the future).

APPLICATION PROCEDURES (Required):

• A completed official Madison College online application
• A cover letter
• A current resume or CV
• Unofficial transcripts

*Failure to include these documents by the first consideration date will RESULT IN THE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR APPLICATION.

Note: Candidates will be required to present a teaching demonstration and provide related curriculum materials for the screening committee.  Your official degree transcripts will be required if hired. 

Madison College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

If you are experiencing application issues, please contact us at the Talent Acquisition email [email protected] 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