Full-Time Speech and Communication Instructor

Madison College•Madison, WI

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at Madison College is hiring a full-time Speech and Communication Instructor to join our college in January 2027. Madison College is a comprehensive, open-access institution providing a high-quality education to a diverse population, including first-generation college students. We are seeking motivated and engaged candidates who share a willingness to collaborate with other faculty members, staff, students, and the community at large. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the field and to teaching that will enable them to be a visionary and innovative member of the program. 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 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. Come be part of our great team! This position is responsible for instruction of Speech and Communication at the college level. This includes 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. This position reports to the Dean of the School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. A faculty member in this position will teach the following core Speech and Communication courses: Speech, Oral Interpretation, Small Group and Interpersonal Communication, and Argumentation and Debate. Other teaching opportunities may include Acting and Performing Arts courses, depending on departmental needs, as well as existing and emerging Speech and Communication courses as Madison College explores opportunities to expand Communication-related curriculum and academic pathways. Most Speech and Communication courses are offered in person during daytime and evening hours, with additional online and alternative delivery options. Faculty are expected to teach across instructional modalities based on student and departmental needs, with training and support provided as needed. Teaching assignments may also include courses offered at Madison College branch campuses.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech, Oral Communications, Drama OR Theater, with at least 18 graduate credits in Theater or Communication from an accredited public or private institution
Experience with, or willingness to learn, different modes of instruction (online, hybrid, Classroom Live, and modes of the future).
Effective communication skills including 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 with current 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 (through inclusive pedagogy).
Desire and ability to teach courses at both the collegiate transfer and 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.

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 engage in activities that help students achieve their goals such as writing letters of recommendation, 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 an individualized professional development plan.
Maintain a commitment to the college mission, vision and values.