Instructor - Automotive

Overview

Western Technical College is a preferred employer in the 7 Rivers Region and is committed to a safe and respectful workplace for all co-workers. As an open-access institution, we serve learners from diverse backgrounds and are dedicated to creating belonging, supporting personal and professional growth, and removing barriers to opportunity. We seek individuals who are passionate about teaching and learning, dedicated to student success, and eager to collaborate to build a more vibrant, equitable community.

If you share these values and are ready to make a meaningful impact, explore this opportunity at Western.

• Prepare and provide quality curriculum, instruction, and assessment that lead to student success.
• Foster student growth by recognizing diverse backgrounds and preparing students for success in the workplace or further education.
• Promote social justice within the division and the larger academic institution.
• Teach in a face-to-face format with terms in fall/spring.
• Implement classroom management and instruction supporting actions, including:
  • Maintain and uphold the College values of Learning, Excellence, Accountability, Diversity, Student Success, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect.
  • Prepare coherent lesson plans aligned with competency-based learning and reflect knowledge of subject matter and students.
  • Deliver courses via multiple modes of delivery and differentiate instruction to engage all students.
  • Support student content knowledge and College Success Abilities.
  • Use diverse teaching methods, assessments, and technologies aligned with objectives and outcomes.
  • Utilize formative assessments to gauge learning, adjust instruction, and provide timely feedback.
  • Incorporate performance-based and other summative assessments.
  • Collaborate with programs, faculty, and teams to support learning and student success.
  • Support student success through referrals to appropriate student services and maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Convey the student code of conduct and establish clear classroom policies and procedures.
  • Maintain safety, functionality, and sustainability of labs, classrooms, and clinical spaces.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development and reflective practice; model college values; participate in college initiatives and work groups.
  • Maintain necessary credentials and professional development per accreditation and regulatory standards, and develop partnerships with students, coworkers, supervisors, and the community.
  • Use college systems to maintain class records, develop curriculum, and measure quality outcomes to improve programs.
• Complete required college training and maintain the skills needed to perform essential functions.
• Support student success as a core college value, with flexibility to be assigned to other areas or duties as needed.

• Associate Degree with 3.5 years (7,000 hours) verifiable related occupational experience, one year (2,000 hours) of experience within 5 years of hire; OR
• Technical Diploma in the field with 4.5 years (9,000 hours) verifiable occupational experience, and willingness to obtain an Associate Degree within 5 years (Educational Reimbursement available).

• Experience with transmissions
• Teaching experience

• Eligible for or meets WTCS Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements.

• Hearing Baseline Test and Annual Audiogram

This position reports to:
Dean - Integrated Technology

Starting annual salary range based on education and experience: $60,400 - $81,545

This position includes competitive salary along with a wide variety of benefits for full-time Western Technical College employees, including health, HRA, dental, life, retirement (Wisconsin Retirement System), vision, supplemental insurance, pet insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, EAP, wellness incentive, education reimbursement, and retirement programs. Paid leave includes bereavement, casual illness, personal, holidays, Summer Fridays, shutdowns, parental leave, military leave, volunteer leave, and leave donation.

Applicant review will begin:
Monday March 2, 2026

Start Date:

July 2026

Transcripts from regionally accredited colleges or universities are acceptable during the application process (originals required upon hire).

Western is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Western is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. We provide equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodation will be provided in the job application process. For accommodations, contact the EEO/AA Compliance Officer at .

John Heath
Director of Human Resources
Western Technical College
111 7th Street North
La Crosse, WI 54601

WI Relay: 711