Full-Time Machine Tool/CNC Technology Instructor

Madison College • Madison, WI

35d • $62,000 - $82,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Madison College is hiring a full-time Machine Tool/CNC Technology instructor. As a comprehensive, open-access college, Madison College provides high-quality education to a diverse student population, including many first-generation college students. We are seeking skilled professionals from the machine tool and CNC industry who are interested in sharing their knowledge and helping prepare the next generation of skilled technicians. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and an interest in developing their teaching skills while contributing to an innovative and industry-responsive program. Industry professionals with a passion for mentoring and developing future technicians are strongly encouraged to apply. Work-life balance is an important element of Madison College. Flexible work hours and scheduling allow faculty to enjoy their lives outside of work. Full-time faculty work a nine-month contract for the academic year (Fall and Spring semesters), and teaching summer courses, if available, is optional with additional pay. Most importantly, you will play a major part in influencing and maintaining the College’s mission, vision, and values. Madison College believes every team member brings unique perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to understand and engage with the world, tackle challenges, and develop innovative solutions. This position will be open until filled, with a first consideration date of April 19, 2026, at 11:59 pm. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Our goal is to conduct first round in-person interviews on May 1, 2026, and second round in person interviews with a teaching demonstration on May 18th, 2026, for an August 13th, 2026, hire date. This position is responsible for Machine Tool/CNC Technology instruction at the technical/occupational program level. This includes following/developing a relevant and progressive curriculum, designing and implementing effective learning strategies and environments, utilizing innovative teaching techniques and technology, delivering instruction of high quality, assessing student learning, advising students, and participating in college service activities at the department, school and college levels. A faculty member in this position can expect to teach basic and advanced manufacturing, CNC machining, tool making theory, and apprenticeship coursework - subject to change dependent on departmental needs. Teaching will occur in person. All faculty are expected to be able to teach in a variety of formats, with training provided as needed for non-traditional delivery methods. This position reports to the Associate Dean of the School of Technologies and Trades.

Requirements

• Skilled in communicating effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated skill in communications and human relations with populations of diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and persons with disabilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. This includes, but is not limited to, knowledge/experience/ability to learn educational methods/strategies such as learner-centered instruction, active learning, assessment, evaluation, collaborative techniques, and strategies aimed at closing the achievement gaps across race, gender, class, and disability.
• Desire and ability to teach courses at the technical/occupational program levels.
• Ability to communicate complex and difficult concepts and ideas to students with varied backgrounds and levels of preparedness.
• Engage in continuous improvement in the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods, as well as incorporating appropriate use of new and emerging technologies into the learning environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues on course and program promotion, direction, and innovation.
• Education: Technical diploma with the ability to obtain an Associate’s degree or a Journeyworker certification in a related field within 3 years of hire. (Madison College offers tuition reimbursement) and A minimum of five (5) years or 10,000 hours of related occupational work experience.
• OR If no Technical Diploma, must have seven (7) years or 14,000 hours of related occupational work experience and ability to attain the Technical Diploma (and other educational requirements) within 3 years of hire.
• Note: At least one (1) year of the required occupational work experience must have occurred within the five (5) years immediately preceding the date of appointment. This requirement may be waived for applicants who have at least two (2) years of post-secondary teaching experience in the field within the same five-year period.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student learning by developing appropriate instructional strategies to fit students’ needs and support student engagement. Continually revise curriculum to improve student learning.
• Evaluate student performance and provide regular feedback in courses taught by the instructor.
• Contribute to student success and retention by advising students with course selection, career concerns, internships, and other matters.
• Serve as an advocate for students and engages in activities that help students achieve their goals such as writing letters of recommendations, and/or helping students link with internships, service learning, job shadowing and other forms of networking.
• Provide support to the program, the school, and the college by attending and engaging in events and meetings and participating fully within the team environment.
• Continually improve teaching through professional development activities and the integration of new techniques and technology. This includes the development and implementation of individualized professional development plan.

Benefits

• Madison College offers a generous benefit program including health and dental benefits and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).
• Madison College offers tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree