Manager of Teaching and Learning

Western Technical College is a preferred employer in the 7 Rivers Region and is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all co-workers.  We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others learn, dedicated to serving students, and committed to the principles of equity and social justice.  Western believes that serving the full breadth of our student and co-worker populations requires cultural competency and enthusiasm for diversity of all kinds. We recognize the intersectional nature of discrimination and are committed to counteracting these biases and eliminating the effects they have had on our students, co-workers, and communities.  If you are a motivated individual who can contribute to excellence in teaching, learning, social justice and equity, please consider this employment opportunity at Western.

Summary of Position: Under the supervision of the Dean of Academic Excellence, Education, and Human Services, the Manager of Teaching and Learning provides leadership and strategic vision in managing, coordinating, developing, implementing, and evaluating the college’s academic development needs focused on ensuring that faculty, staff, and administrators have the instructional skills, materials, and background knowledge to achieve student success. In addition, the Manager leads full-time and adjunct faculty professional development activities that include, but is not limited to: excellence in teaching, the scholarship of teaching and learning, and building and supporting inclusive learning environments that honors each learner’s identity. In addition, the Manager also provides credential review, coordinates the performance review cycle with division administrators, and provides onboarding programming and support for all new faculty.  The Manager of Teaching and Learning provides a collaborative, team-based approach in working with faculty, academic administrators, and Academic Excellence to ensure quality in teaching and learning to achieve Key Results. This position works to promote educational justice within the division and the larger academic institution.

This is a hybrid eligible position that would allow for 1-2 days a week working from home after the training period.

Essential Functions:

1.  Maintain and uphold the College values of Learning, Excellence, Accountability, Diversity, Student Success, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect.  Regular attendance is required.
2.  Complete all required College training and responsible for maintaining the skills necessary to complete the essential functions of the position as defined by the department.  
3.  Student Success is the cornerstone of Western’s culture and the college may assign employees as needed to other areas or additional duties to foster this success.
4.  Plan and Facilitate Teaching and Learning - Supporting Action/Task May Include:

• Research, recommend, plan and implement learner-centered methodologies for design, delivery, assessment, and grading of learning
• Plan, coordinate, facilitate, and evaluate faculty professional development at the division, program, course, and individual faculty level, including overseeing the recruitment and development of faculty mentors and coaches
• Guide faculty in evidence-based, differentiated instructional and assessment practices, including strategies that foster flexible learning across modalities (face to face, online, blended, hyflex, etc.)
• Collaborate with academic deans to advance educational justice in teaching and learning in each division, and to provide targeted faculty support as requested/needed.
• Manage outside feedback support to all full time and adjunct faculty members for continuous improvement and performance review requirements in collaboration with Human Resources
• Lead and participate in faculty teaching/learning committees that support the college’s mission, vision, and values, including leading the establishment and evaluation of Communities of Practice
• Participate in system-wide collaboration of Teaching and Learning initiatives to be implemented across the state, including acting as lead representative of the college for state called FQAS meetings
• Manage, co-plan and implement New Faculty Experience and Faculty 101, including managing the completion of Faculty Coaching training for all fulltime faculty
• Assist academic leaders/supervisors (including BIS and DOC personnel) with performance reviews, completion of FQAS certification and teaching/learning feedback that will support their faculty             

5.  Plan and Facility Program Administration - Supporting Action/Task May Include:

• Manage the Professional Growth Grant to support the professional learning of full and adjunct faculty
• Manage and collaborate with Resource Development and the Foundation to identify and secure resources for faculty development as it relates to teaching and learning
• Manage and review transcripts and experience for all newly hired full and adjunct faculty – and create a plan for meeting the Faculty Quality Assurance System’s teaching and learning certification by the required timeframe established by WTCS
• Review Faculty Professional Learning Plans to inform professional development offerings
• Assist Human Resources in the on-going documentation, development, implementation, and assessment of the New Faculty Experience and adjunct professional development activities
• Manage projects and document deliverables as assigned 

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
 

• Master’s degree in Education

Preferred Qualifications:
 

• 5 years’ teaching experience
• Experience in faculty development roles
• Advanced degree in Education or related discipline 

Special Instructions/About Western:

This position reports to:  Dean - Academic Excellence, Education & Human Services
                                
Starting annual/hourly salary range based on education and experience:   $62,270 - $82,960
   
 

This position would include competitive salary, along with a wide variety of benefits available to full-time Western Technical College Employees.  These benefits include: health, HRA, dental, life, retirement - Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), voluntary vision, supplemental Allstate insurance (accident, critical illness and cancer), pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans, flexible spending account for health & dependent care, employee assistance program (EAP), Employee Wellness Incentive, Education Reimbursement, and tax-sheltered retirement annuity programs - 457 & 403(b). We offer a range of paid leave including Bereavement, Casual Illness, Personal, Vacation, Holidays, Summer Fridays, Shut Down, Parental paid leave, Military paid leave, Volunteer leave, and Leave donation.                           

Applicant review will begin: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
 
Start Date of:  Fall 2026

Copies of Transcripts from regionally accredited colleges or universities are acceptable during the application process (originals will be required upon hire)
 
 

Western is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Our mission is to provide relevant, high quality education in a collaborative and sustainable environment that changes the lives of students and grows our communities. Western is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all employees.

Annual Security Report (Clery Act)

For the Western Annual Security Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see: https://www.westerntc.edu/sites/default/files/student-rights/documents/AnnualSecurityReport.pdf or contact Justin Weisbecker, Director Campus Community Safety at 608-789-6165.

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Employer And Educator

Western Technical College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.  All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. Reasonable accommodation will be provided in the job application process to enable a qualified applicant to have an equal opportunity to be considered for a job as is provided to all Western employees. If you want to request an accommodation, please contact the EEO/AA Compliance Officer at (608)785-9274.

Non-Discrimination Notice

Western Technical College, in compliance with state and federal law, does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, veteran status, genetic testing or other legislated categories in employment, admissions, programs, or activities.  Western prohibits retaliation against any individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the College or government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination. Western provides assurance that lack of English reading/speaking skills will not be a barrier to admittance and participation in the College. General inquiries regarding the College’s non-discrimination policies may be directed to:

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