Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any ofthe Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply throughthe internal application process.Position Title:Instructor Pool - Institute for ProfessionalStudies in Education (IPSE)
Job Category:Academic Staff
Employment Type:Terminal (Fixed Term)
Job Profile:Lecturer
Job Duties:Each department at the University of Wisconsin – La Crossemaintains an ongoing search to serve as a pool of potentialinstructors for program needs. If hired from this pool, theinstructor will be under the general supervision of the relevantdepartment chair. The instructor is responsible for teachingundergraduate and/or graduate courses. In addition to preparing forand holding classes [face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online], teachinginvolves maintaining currency in the content area related to theteaching assignment, evaluating students’ work, assessing studentoutcomes, providing regular and substantive feedback on studentwork, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. Inaddition, workload may involve advising students and/or providingother service to the department. Other duties may be assigned bythe chair or dean.
POOL SEARCHES MAY NOT BE CURRENTLY ENGAGED IN ACTIVE HIRING.WHEN POSITIONS ARE NEEDED, DEPARTMENTS WILL REVIEW APPLICATIONS ANDCONTACT YOU TO CONFIRM CONTINUED INTEREST/SCHEDULE ANINTERVIEW.The School of Education (SOE) is a leader in innovative,high-quality programs led by dedicated faculty and staff. As afully accredited School, we partner with local, regional, andglobal educators to provide teacher candidates with rich, hands-onlearning experiences that prepare them for exemplary professionalpractice.
We are committed to cultivating a welcoming and respectfulenvironment where all students, faculty, and staff can thrive. Ourprograms emphasize inclusive teaching practices that support thesuccess of every learner and foster a strong sense of belongingacross our campus community.
UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visasponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legallyauthorized to work in the United States at the time of hire andmaintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If youhave questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at608-785-8013.
Key Job Responsibilities:- Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction forone or more courses, including assessment of studentperformance
- Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to acourse of instruction
- Serves as an initial point of contact for students as itrelates to specific course or series content and expectations
Department:Institute for Professional Studies in Education (IPSE)
Required Qualifications:Master’s Degree in a field appropriate to the needs of thedepartment, or significant progress toward a doctorate degree, or,in rare circumstances, post-baccalaureate certification orlicensure, or a baccalaureate plus experience, can be establishedas appropriate qualifications for the teaching position. Dependingon the program, specific certification/licensure or clinicalexperience may be required.
How to Apply:Required application documents:
Cover letter (that addresses the required qualifications andindicates to which specific graduate degree or licensure you areapplying to teach)
CV / Resume and a copy of current teaching license
Three to five references with contact information
Contact Information:Jeannette Armstrong
jarmstrong@uwlax.eduSpecial Notes:Application deadlinesTO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given tothose candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’.Applications received after that date may be considered at thediscretion of the search committee. Application materials will beevaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited toparticipate in the next step of the selection process. Incompleteand/or late application materials may not receive consideration. Ifyou have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are notable to complete the application online due to a disability orsystem problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
Confidentiality of Applicant MaterialsUWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law.UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants whorequest confidentiality in writing except as may be required byWisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, theidentities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of theappointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC & Reference Check PolicyAll candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employmentscreening which includes a criminal background check, workauthorization, and verification of education. It will also requireyou and your references to answer questions regarding sexualviolence and sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., CleryReport), which includes statistics about reported crimes andinformation about campus security policies, see
http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000.
INFORMATIONABOUTYOURBENEFITSYour benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financialpackage from the university.
Highlights include:
- Paid vacation for 12-month positions.
- Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and goodcoverage.
- Paid holidays and paid sick days.
- After 5 years of employment, you become vested in ourretirement system which ensures income post-career.
- Benefits atUWLare highly competitive with local industry andsome of the strongest in state and nation.
Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. Thisinformation is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefitsare also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.
UW is an Equal Opportunity EmployerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability,status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected byapplicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We arecommitted to building a workforce that represents a variety ofbackgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualifiedindividuals to apply.