Faculty, English Language Learning & College Prep Center

Applications must be submitted by 12:01 a.m., October 12, 2026.
Thank you for your interest in a career at Northcentral Technical College (NTC).
NTC offers outstanding career opportunities on a modern campus with state-of-the-art technology that allows for a collaborative learning and work environment. Employees are offered an amazing Total Rewards package with competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and generous paid time off – including two paid closures for the winter holiday (Christmas – New Year) and summer (week of July 4th), for most full-time positions. NTC is “The College that Cares” and makes a difference in the lives of our employees and students. If you have the desire to help students while positively impacting the community, we’d love for you to join our team! See why our current employees did!
Salary is commensurate based on occupational experience and qualifications.
JOB SUMMARY, DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATIONS:
Job Summary
The full-time faculty supports Northcentral Technical College’s College Prep Center/English Language Learning program by delivering high-quality instruction and fostering student success. This position is responsible for teaching courses within the program, developing and maintaining course materials, and aligning instruction with program objectives and evaluation procedures. Working 40 weeks within a 52-week academic year, faculty collaborates with colleagues, engages in professional development, and supports College initiatives to enhance the learning experience and achieve program goals.
Please Note: This is an in-person position located at NTC’s West Region campus locations.
The College Prep Center (CPC) Instructor plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive instruction and academic support to adult learners pursuing their educational, career, and personal goals. This position requires expertise in evidence-based instructional practices and the use of student data to guide individualized instruction in GED and HSED subject areas, including math, science, social studies, reading, language, health, civics, employability, and career awareness. CPC Instructors also support student development through instruction in financial literacy, life skills, and computer skills; provide instructional assistance to postsecondary students enrolled in college courses; and may provide English Language Learning (ELL) instruction to support the language and academic development of multilingual learners.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully with or without reasonable accommodation.
Teaching & Student Success:
Facilitate student learning through engaging instructional strategies and methodologies across various modalities, including in-person, online, hybrid, and out-of-classroom activities, and mentoring students and peers.
Adhere to NTC’s academic calendar, Student Connect hours, teaching assignments, post and maintain office hours, and conduct assigned classes for the scheduled length of time in accordance with the faculty contract.
Assess and evaluate student performance by providing timely feedback and grades, maintaining accurate student records, attendance, and lab/clinical evaluations, in compliance with privacy laws, such as FERPA.
Develop and maintain course materials including outcome summaries, learning plans, Performance Assessment Tasks (PATs), syllabi, and online Learning Management System templates in the approved College format within designated timelines.
Select and utilize appropriate learning materials and resources including textbooks, library resources, equipment, and supplies to enhance learning.
Review, revise, and create curriculum in accordance with NTC academic standards and expectations.
Assist in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating a new or modified course/certificate/program.
Stay current and focused on evolving learner needs and educational trends.
Provide written evaluations upon the student’s request.
Specific Instructional Program Duties:
Curriculum Development: Design and develop engaging and culturally relevant lesson plans and instructional materials tailored to the needs and proficiency levels of English language learners.
Instructional Delivery: Deliver dynamic and interactive English language lessons using a variety of teaching methods, technologies, and authentic materials to promote language acquisition and fluency.
Language Assessment: Administer and evaluate language assessments to determine students' proficiency levels, track progress, and identify areas for improvement.
Individualized Support: Provide personalized support and feedback to students through one-on-one tutoring sessions, language labs, and academic counseling to address specific language challenges and foster academic success.
Cultural Competency: Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects and celebrates students' diverse cultural backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Collaboration: Collaborate with faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to integrate language learning strategies across the curriculum and support students' academic and professional goals. Provide guidance and support to program staff in grant management, reporting, and compliance activities.
Professional Development: Stay abreast of current trends, research, and best practices in English language teaching and participate in professional development opportunities to enhance instructional effectiveness and student outcomes.
Administrative Duties: Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and performance assessments, and assist with program planning, evaluation, and accreditation processes as needed.
College/Program Area Support:
Maintain program documentation as required by accreditation, program, or clinical sites standards, if applicable.
Coordinate with instructional support services to address student accommodation and modification needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
Engage and participate in faculty development training, professional day activities, College in-service events, commencement, team time, and other designated College activities.
Assist in onboarding and orienting new full-time, part-time, adjunct faculty, and other employees within the program or content area.
Actively participate in institutional, advisory and program team, and committee meetings.
Attend College Open Houses (on-campus and off-campus, set-up and take down) to assist with student recruitment and in support of Student Services activities.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with business and industry partners, community organizations, and K-12 partners to strengthen program connections.
Assist, participate, support, and carry out all duties as assigned.
Professional Development:
Maintain Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS)/Faculty Quality Assurance Standards (FQAS) and Higher Learning Commission qualification and meet requirements, accreditation or licensing standards, as applicable to program areas.
Maintain professional certifications, licensures, and credentials as required by the specific program area.
Remain up-to-date professionally in the area of content expertise and the teaching profession.
Minimum Qualifications Required
In limited circumstances, NTC may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Dual-Qualification (CPC + ELL): Instructors teaching English Language Learning (ELL) / English as a Second Language (ESL) courses must have one of the following:
A Bachelor’s degree or higher with a major in one of the following:
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Foreign Language
Linguistics
Bilingual Education
OR
A Bachelor’s degree or higher with a combination of at least 20 semester credits in one or more of the following areas:
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Linguistics
Bilingual Education
Degrees That Commonly Satisfy These Requirements
BA/BS Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
BA/BS Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
BA/BS Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
BA/BS Linguistics
BA/BS Applied Linguistics
BA/BS Bilingual Education
BA