Business Management Instructor

Chippewa Valley Technical College; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentive

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Chippewa Valley Technical College invites applications for a full-time Business Management Instructor to join our instructional team in River Falls and Menomonie. Responsibilities include planning and delivering courses, designing current curricula, and assessing student performance across terms.

Flexibility for day/evening assignments and multiple locations is expected. The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Business or related field, with at least 2 years of relevant industry experience and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business or related field is required.
• Minimum 2 years (4,000 hours) of occupational experience in the program area, with 1 year (2,000 hours) within the last 5 years.
• Position may include online teaching and requires expertise in integrating technology.
• Teaching or training experience is preferred.
• Must meet CVTC requirements and applicable accrediting standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan for and instruct courses in the area of Business Management.
• Design and implement relevant and progressive curriculum.
• Deliver high-quality instruction through planning and effective learning strategies.
• Create performance-based assessments aligned with competencies.
• Promote student success through timely communication and growth-based feedback.
• Meet professional expectations by maintaining currency and collaborating across the College.
• Model integrity through accountability and sustainable practices.
• Think critically by solving problems and evaluating information.
• Communicate effectively in speech and writing for diverse audiences.
• Recognize personal biases and foster inclusive environments.

Skills

Online teaching

Curriculum design

Educational technology

Student assessment

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Business or related field

2+ years occupational experience

Teaching online experience preferred

Job description

Business Management Instructor

Location: US-WI-River Falls | US-WI-Menomonie

Posting #: 2026-2119

Category: Full-time Faculty

Close Date: 10/25/2026

Type: Faculty Contract - 2 Term Flex

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hourly Pay Rate/Salary: Starting salary of $57,886 - $72,355. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

Hours per Week: Full-time, salaried position

Work Schedule: Instructional assignments fall and spring terms; workload is anticipated to flex in distribution over the terms (includes 576-640 instructional hours or 32-36 credits annually). Schedule may include day and evening assignments at various locations which may include area high schools.

Anticipated Start Date: January 2027 or August 2027

Overview and Responsibilities

CVTC instructors are dynamic partners for students, employers, and communities to learn, train, and succeed in an associate degree, technical diploma, basic education, continuing education, and/or contract training program. An instructor works with students beyond the classroom to ensure their success, models CVTC core abilities, and demonstrates commitment to excellence in program/course/training content and delivery. An instructor is able to work effectively in a collaborative environment; is willing to innovate and change to meet evolving program and industry needs; and demonstrates competency with use of technology that supports learning and teaching. An instructor maintains a flexible schedule, including availability for evening, weekend, online, or summer assignments, as appropriate. Instructional assignments will be over 2 terms (fall and spring). Professional responsibilities extend beyond the assigned instructional terms. These professional duties will vary by program or department.

• Plan for and instruct courses in the area of Business Management.
• Design and implement relevant and progressive curriculum.
• Deliver high-quality instruction through the planning and implementation of effective learning strategies and environments.
• Create performance-based assessments aligned with competencies through formative and summative measures.
• Promote student success through timely communication, growth-based feedback, and implementation of strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Meet professional expectations by maintaining professional currency and contributing to a collaborative culture across the College.
• Ability to model integrity through self-awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
• Ability to think critically by applying problem solving practices, acquiring relevant information, using technology and other resources appropriately, and evaluating alternatives.
• Ability to communicate effectively by speaking and writing clearly, concisely, and professionally; practicing active listening; reading critically and adapting communication for audience.
• Ability to recognize personal biases, adapt to different cultural situations, and demonstrate a commitment to respectful interactions with persons of various ethnic, cultural, socio-economic, or educational backgrounds.
• Please view the Instructor Position Description document for additional responsibilities of instructors at CVTC.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Business or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years (4,000 hours) of occupational experience in a target job for the program or programs being taught, of which at least 1 year (2,000 hours) shall be within 5 years prior to date of hire. One year (2,000 hours) of recent related occupational experience may be waived if the applicant has at least 2 years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within 5 years prior to date of hire.
• This position may include teaching online and requires expertise in integrating technology
• Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
• Qualified per CVTC requirements at time of, and throughout, employment as an instructor. Must also meet and maintain Higher Learning Commission (HLC) requirements, Faculty Quality Assurance System (FQAS) standards, and/or other job specific licensing standards.

In evaluating candidates for this position, the College may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform duties of position.

CVTC reserves the right to limit applicant consideration from specific geographic regions when differences in state-level policies, laws, or regulatory frameworks present conflicts with institutional standards and/or fiduciary responsibilities. This practice supports compliance, operational integrity, and alignment with the College's strategic objectives.

The College is seeking to attract diverse instructors and staff who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population. 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. Consideration will be given to equity-minded individuals committed to collaborating with faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps.

Benefits Summary

2026 annual benefits include:

• 5 paid personal days
• 3 weeks (15 days) paid sick time annually for absences due to illness, injury, or doctor and dentist appointments of the employee, dependent children, spouse, or parents of the employee or spouse; cumulative to 135 days (1,080 hours)
• Paid bereavement time
• Paid volunteer time
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,500 annually (eligibility requirements apply)
• Health insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents with attached Health Savings Account (HSA); CVTC contributes $3,400 annually for a family plan or $1,700 annually for a single plan to your HSA
• Wellness incentive of up to $600 for employees enrolled in CVTC's health insurance
• $2,500 cash-payment in lieu of CVTC health insurance coverage for employees who have credible coverage through another source
• Dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents
• Vision insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid by CVTC
• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS); CVTC matches 7.2%, vested at 5 years of credible service
• 403(b) tax deferred annuity program
• 457(b) deferred compensation plan
• Section 125 flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development
• Certified Gold Level Family Friendly Workplace (FFW)
• Access to expansive collection of college and public library resources for personal and professional use
• Free or low-cost services offered by CVTC program students, such as computer repair, automotive repair, Shear Inspiration Salon and Spa, aesthetician services and 620 West restaurant and culinary pop ups

Benefits begin on the first date of employment (i.e., there is no waiting period).

CVTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the college's non-discrimination policies: Tam Burgau, Vice President of Talent & Culture, 620 W. Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701, 715-833-6334, WI Relay: 711