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Job Posting Date:
October 2, 2025
Application Deadline:
Salary Information:
$62,000 - $82,000
Department:
School of T&T_FT Faculty
Job Description:
The School of Technologies and Trades at Madison College invites applications for the position of full-time Construction and Remodeling Instructor. Teaching experience is not required as we welcome those with industry experience. 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.
The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial construction experience to complement our residentially focused team. Areas of expertise could include:
Concrete and Foundations – Knowledge of concrete formwork, placement, curing, and reinforcement, along with commercial foundation systems and waterproofing practices.
Steel Stud Layout and Assembly – Experience with cold-formed steel framing for interior and exterior commercial applications.
Site Layout – Proficiency in layout equipment use, and establishing building lines, elevations, and excavation boundaries. Experience with the use of lasers, transits, and other equipment to establish building lines, elevations, and excavation boundaries.
Drywall Installation and Finishing – Skilled in commercial drywall assemblies, including fire-rated systems, and sound control.
This expertise will help the team prepare students for careers in both residential and commercial construction.
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 summers (if available) is paid over and above. Most importantly, you will play a major part in influencing and maintaining the College’s mission, vision, and values.
Madison College believes every instructor brings unique perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to understand and engage with the world, tackle challenges, and develop innovative solutions.
This position will be open until filled, with a first consideration date of November 2, 2025, at 11:59pm. 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 interviews the week of November 10th, with second round interviews the week of November 24th for an anticipated start date of January 5, 2026.
This position reports to the Dean of the School of Technologies and Trades.
A faculty member in this position can expect to teach classes that are in the Construction and Remodeling program (subject to change). Teaching generally occurs in person at our Truax North campus.
Madison College offers an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).
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 engages in activities that help students achieve their goals such as writing letters of recommendations, 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 individualized professional development plan.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
-Effectively engage and collaborate with diverse audiences through clear, professional oral and written communication, fostering positive relationships with individuals from varied socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, including 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.
-Desire and ability to teach courses in the 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.
-Experience with or willingness to learn different modes of instruction e.g. online, hybrid.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must meet one of the following educational and professional experience combinations:
-Associate's degree in a related field OR Journeyworker certification in related industry
and
-Two (2) years or 4,000 hours of related work experience
-Commercial construction experience highly preferred
OR
-Technical Diploma with the ability to obtain an Associate's degree or a Journeyworker certification within 3 years in a related field (Madison College has a robust tuition reimbursement program)
and
-Six (6) years or 12,000 hours of related work experience
*At least 1 year of occupational work experience (2,000 hours) must be within 5 years prior to the date of appointment (this can be waived if the instructor has at least 2 years of post-secondary teaching experience in the field within the previous 5 years).
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS (3) – incomplete applications will not be considered.
A cover letter
A current resume or CV
Unofficial transcripts
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
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