Instructor, Machine Tool; Part-Time

Overview

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. MATC provides a less expensive path to a four-year degree and is transforming lives, industry, and the community by preparing students for the careers of tomorrow. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who share this purpose.

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Under the supervision of the Associate Dean, teach conventional machining, CNC machining set-up and operations in a related laboratory atmosphere; provide general support and curriculum assistance to learning activities in machine tool operations and programming. Related duties include participation in division and department activities and other duties as assigned.

• Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities.
• Manage the classroom/laboratory.
• Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation.
• Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues.
• Collaborate with the advisory committee in the program area.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Promote the education/training program, participate in recruitment and retention efforts, and market MATC.
• Support student organizations and activities.
• Develop relationships with business and industry.
• Complete program evaluation and follow-up.
• Maintain certification, continue professional development, and stay current in the field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must have completed a Wisconsin Registered Apprenticeship in Machine Tool or Tool & Die OR met Wisconsin State Apprenticeship standards in Machine Tool/Tool & Die.

• Must have 5 years (10,000 hours) of work experience in Machine Tool. In addition, one of the following must be met:
  • At least one year of experience must have occurred within the past 5 years OR
  • Two years of teaching Machine Tool coursework at the post-secondary level within the last 5 years (1 year of teaching experience equivalent to 2 semesters full-time, or 4 semester part-time).

Must embrace and demonstrate Standards of Teaching Excellence and the MATC Career Essentials in development and delivery of instruction.

• Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
• Classroom Management
• Planning/Organization
• Content Mastery and Currency
• Teaching Methodology
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Professional Contributions

• Email - Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook)
• Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
• Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

• Online Information Management Systems - Experience with Self-Service or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
• Blackboard Ultra - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course-management systems
• Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology
• Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (e.g., social networking applications)

This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway and is available to start when needed; primarily looking for candidates who teach classes during weekdays.

This in-person position is a .5 FTE and the number of hours worked per week will vary based on course load. Hours and location are based on enrollment and departmental need.

Beginning in the fall of 2024 the starting hourly wage for all part-time faculty is $40 per course hour of teaching. Part-time faculty are also compensated for an additional 45 minutes of time for each hour of instruction to cover office hours and prep time which is equivalent to $70 per hour. This starting hourly wage of…