Instructor - Adult Basic Education

Instructor - Adult Basic Education

Salary

$62,353.00 - $70,122.00 Annually

Location

WCTC Pewaukee Campus, 800 Main Street, Pewaukee, WI 53072, WI

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

2026-06-08 LL

Department

College and Career Readiness

Opening Date

06/12/2026

Closing Date

7/2/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grade/Level

F02

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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.

The Adult Basic Education Instructor delivers standards-based instruction in the high school equivalency diploma 5.09 program that supports adult learners in building foundational academic and life skills. This role fosters an engaging, inclusive learning environment focused on student success, retention, and completion. The instructor develops curriculum, uses authentic assessments, provides meaningful feedback, and applies data and technology to support continuous improvement while collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders. The HSED 5.09 program operates as an open-entry model, serving students with a wide range of academic abilities. Courses are offered in a rotating schedule, with new classes beginning every four weeks.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated on this description.

• 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:

• Twenty-four months of directly related occupational (teaching) experience.
• One year of occupational experience must be within the last five years.
• Masters degree in Education or related field.
• Attain and maintain a WTCS teaching certificate.

Supplemental Information

The Adult Basic Education Instructor supports the Department of College & Career Readiness and is available to start on August 3rd, 2026.

This position requires Wisconsin residence.

Hours

This is a full-time instructor position on a flexible year-round calendar. Teaching assignments include variable hours, including days, evenings, and/or weekends.

Application Materials

All 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:

1. Cover Letter

2. Resume

3. College transcripts (unofficial) *Finalists will have to provide official transcripts/license upon hire.

Interviews

Finalists will be invited to interview and present a teaching demonstration on Friday, July 10th. Candidates will be notified via email if selected for interviews.

Internal team members are encouraged to grow their careers at WCTC! To be eligible to apply for a new role, employees must be in their current position for at least six (6) months.

WCTC offers a wide range of outstanding benefits. Benefits include, but not limited to:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including health, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, supplemental life, flex spending accounts, and much more
• Generous time off and holiday schedule
• Eligibility 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-being
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain that authorization through employment. Verification of employment eligibility will be required upon hire. WCTC does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.

WCTC offers excellent benefits for our employees. Typical benefits for full-time faculty (part-time employee benefits may be prorated) include:

Medical/Dental Insurance

Term Life Insurance (not available if limited term)

Disability Insurance (not available if limited term)

403(b) Tax Sheltered Annuity

Deferred Compensation

Sick Leave

Personal Days

Holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wisconsin Retirement System (if schedule to work at least 1,200 hours per year)

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Activities

01

Describe your teaching philosophy. Use examples to support how your teaching philosophy is the same or different depending on the course format: face to face, online or hybrid.

02

The HSED 5.09 program serves students with wide-ranging learning styles and who may enter the program at various points throughout the year. Describe how you would address and support the needs of this mixed student population.

03

Collegiality, transparency, and trustworthiness are core professional norms of our department. Describe multiple instances in which you have applied these principles in your professional interactions and teamwork.

Required Question

Employer Waukesha County Technical College

Address 800 Main Street

Pewaukee, Wisconsin, 53072

Phone 262-691-5223

Website http://www.wctc.edu