Educational Assistant- Nursing; Part-time

Overview

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs.

MATC is seeking passionate individuals to join our team who share the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC c.edu.

Seven (7) part-time vacancies working up to 19 hours a week. Hours vary based on departmental needs. This is an academic year position which typically runs from mid-August through mid-May.

• Under the supervision of the Dean, provide individualized or group related learning support to students in programs under the Learn Pillar.
• Assist in the learning process by providing professional services for the specific courses the Educational Assistant is assigned to.
• Work is diversified based on the individual needs of the instructor and student. Exercise judgment and analysis within established procedures. Complete daily responsibilities independently using established policies and general objectives with occasional supervisory contact for policy clarification or interpretation.
• Support individual and group related learning activities for all students in the nursing program with the guidance and supervision of nursing faculty.
• Possess basic knowledge of nursing fundamentals, pharmacology and skills (preferred).
• Assist with preparing simulation scenarios (medications, supplies, equipment, charting) under the guidance of simulation faculty.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with federal and state privacy laws regarding student records.
• Support special projects (e.g., grants, simulation training).
• Perform organizational tasks (copying and record keeping, preparing answer keys and using scantron software, inspecting and cleaning equipment and mannequins in nursing labs and simulation as needed).
• Participate in related in-service training, workshops, divisional meetings, and other educational activities as required.
• Schedule and attend meetings with other educational assistants and lead faculty.
• Work collaboratively with vendors, contractors and technical support staff to ensure equipment is maintained and functioning properly. Obtain estimates from vendors and assist in ordering lab and simulation supplies; create purchase orders in collaboration with faculty and the dean.

Minimum Qualifications

• Required Minimum Education:
  
  Associate degree or higher in a comparable field preferred.
• Required
  
  Minimum Experience:
  
  At least two (2) years of comparable experience.

Preferred

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor degree or higher in related field with at least three (3) or more years of comparable experience.
• Basic knowledge of nursing fundamentals, pharmacology and skills is highly preferred.

Competencies

• Cultivates innovation
• Optimizes work processes
• Ensures accountability
• Collaborates
• Interpersonal savvy
• Communicates effectively
• Instills trust
• Customer focus
• Action oriented
• Values differences
• Self-development
• Compassion

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with the instructional process and use of instructional media.
• Skilled in operating and maintaining specialized equipment and software.
• Organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to understand and support the student-teacher relationship.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, teachers, and the general public.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word to create inventory and other various reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and contractors.
• Ability to order needed supplies while understanding budget constraints.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse educational and socio-economic backgrounds.

Start Date: This position supports the Healthcare Pathway and is available to start as soon as possible.

Hours: Up to 19 hours weekly, in-person, multi-campus. Work is conducted during scheduled course hours, Monday through Friday.

Salary: Salary is determined by years of experience credit and internal salary equity. Salary determination will be based on years of credited experience listed on the job application; please include complete work history.

Interviews: Selected qualified candidates will be invited to virtually interview for this position on a date to be…