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.

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.
• Industry specific software use/training (Auto CAD, Photoshop, and 2020, Chief Architect, or CET Confugura).
• Ability to collaborate with other disciplines (architecture).
• Knowledge of industry trends, certifications, organizations, and licensure (ASID, CIDA).
• Understanding of interior design industry standards and codes.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Twenty-four months (4,000 hours) of verifiable occupational experience working as an interior designer. One year (2,000 hours) shall be within the previous five (5) years. One year of related occupational experience may be waived if the candidate has at least two (2) years of post-secondary teaching experience in interior design within five (5) years.
• This position also provides instruction to Architectural Drafting/Construction Technology AAS degree students. Experience and/or familiarity with architectural drafting is preferred for this position.
• BA Degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Interior Design; Will also consider an AAS in Interior Design with related/supporting BA degree (e.g., Organizational Leadership, Business, Business Management, etc.)
• Attain and maintain a WTCS teaching certificate.

Supplemental Information

The Interior Design Instructor supports the Department of Hospitality and Design and is available to start on September 1st, 2026. There are two vacancies available for this position. 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. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. College transcripts (unofficial) *Finalists will have to provide official transcripts/license upon hire.

Interviews
Finalists will be invited to interview on Friday, July 24th, 2026. 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.