Instructor Pool - GLOBAL CULTURES AND LANGUAGES

This is an ongoing instructor pool for the Department of Global Cultures and Languages. When specific teaching needs arise, the department will review applications and contact candidates to confirm continued interest and schedule interviews. Positions are terminal (fixed-term) and may involve teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses.

About the Role

The College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities (CASSH) is a vibrant academic community offering a robust number of undergraduate degrees and three graduate programs. As an instructor, you will join colleagues committed to student success and preparing students for meaningful careers and global citizenship.

UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance.
• Develop instructional design and curriculum relevant to assigned courses.
• Serve as an initial point of contact for students regarding course content and expectations.
• Maintain currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment.
• Evaluate students’ work and assess student outcomes, providing regular and substantive feedback.
• Maintain appropriate records and hold office hours.
• Advise students and/or provide other service to the department as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department chair or dean.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in a field appropriate to the needs of the department, or significant progress toward a doctorate degree, or, in rare circumstances, post-baccalaureate certification or licensure, or a baccalaureate plus relevant experience.
• Depending on the program, specific certification/licensure or clinical experience may be required.

Benefits

Benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package and are highly competitive with local industry and state/national standards. Eligibility is determined at the point of hire and benefits are pro-rated based on appointment percentage.

• Paid vacation for 12-month positions.
• Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage.
• Paid holidays and paid sick days.
• Vesting in the retirement system after 5 years of employment, ensuring post-career income.