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Instructor Pool- GRADUATE AND EXTENDED LEARNING

Universities of Wisconsin · La Crosse, WI

Posted Dec 23, 2025 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

What subjects and levels are you prepared to teach in graduate or continuing education programs?

What they are checking: Honesty about their range so the program can match them to real needs.

Tell me about a time you used students' own work experience as part of a course.

What they are checking: Whether they draw on what adult learners bring to make the course more relevant.

How do you stay current in your field?

What they are checking: Whether they keep their content fresh, which matters to working professionals paying for the course.

What would you do

A working student misses deadlines because of a crisis at their job. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they balance flexibility with fair standards for all students.

How would you handle a student who is very experienced in the field and challenges your content?

What they are checking: Whether they stay confident and open while still leading the course.

About the work

Graduate and extended learning students are often working adults. How does that change how you teach?

What they are checking: Whether they understand adult learners and design around their jobs, families and experience.

How would you run a fully online graduate course so students feel connected?

What they are checking: Whether they can build real community and discussion in online learning.

How do you give substantive feedback on graduate-level papers or projects?

What they are checking: Whether their feedback pushes students to a higher level of thinking and work.

How do you design assessments for students who want practical skills they can use at work right away?

What they are checking: Whether they connect assessment to real professional tasks.

How do you keep records and communication organized when teaching students who are spread out and on different schedules?

What they are checking: Whether they are organized enough to keep remote students informed and on track.

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The full job description

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Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Instructor Pool- GRADUATE AND EXTENDED LEARNING Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile: Lecturer Job Duties: Each department at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse maintains an ongoing search to serve as a pool of potential instructors for program needs. If hired from this pool, the instructor will be under the general supervision of the relevant department chair. The instructor is responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. In addition to preparing for and holding classes [face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online], teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students’ work, assessing student outcomes, providing regular and substantive feedback on student work, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. In addition, workload may involve advising students and/or providing other service to the department. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean. POOL SEARCHES MAY NOT BE CURRENTLY ENGAGED IN ACTIVE HIRING. WHEN POSITIONS ARE NEEDED, DEPARTMENTS WILL REVIEW APPLICATIONS AND CONTACT YOU TO CONFIRM CONTINUED INTEREST/SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW Graduate & Extended Learning expands UWL’s role in serving Wisconsin, through our work with youth and with our adult, professional, and continuing education programs. Our office is very collaborative, and our work provides the chance to interact with a diverse group of individuals. Our partners include colleagues on and off campus, instructors, and students – ranging from middle schoolers who are just learning what college is all about – to adults who seek to move forward in their careers. We play a key role in UWL’s commitment to community engagement and workforce development. 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 the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 608-785-8013. Key Job Responsibilities: • Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance • Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction • Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations Department: Graduate and Extended Learning Required Qualifications: Required: 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 experience, can be established as appropriate qualifications for the teaching position. Depending on the program, specific certification/licensure or clinical experience may be required. How to Apply: Required application documents Cover letter (that addresses the required qualifications) CV / Resume References: 3-5 names and contact information Contact Information: Meredith Thomsen mthomsen@uwlax.edu Special Notes: Application deadlines TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’. Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC & Reference Check Policy All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/ or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000. INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university. Highlights include: • Paid vacation for 12-month positions. • Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage. • Paid holidays and paid sick days. • After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career. • Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation. Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage. UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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