Instructor, Environmental Health and Water Quality; Part-time

Description

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.

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

Under the supervision of the Dean of STEM Pathway or designee, teach assigned courses and develop curriculum and program content including locating sources of funding for Environmental Health and Water Quality Technology program expansion of newly developed certificate based courses which focus on global water quality issues, water and climate change and advanced wastewater technologies and treatments. This position requires that the candidate instruct courses at MATC campuses in either day and/or evening programs.

Related duties include curriculum development, participation in departmental and campus activities, and other duties as required.

• 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 advisory committee in program area.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Promote the education/training program, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to 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 field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Educational Requirement: Must have a Master's Degree in one of the following:
Environmental Health/Public Health with a focus in Environmental Health or A related field such as Environmental Sciences and Safety.

Occupational Experience

Required:

Must have a minimum of two (2) years full-time or equivalent (4000 hours) of Environmental Health experience which includes two (2) or more of the following areas:
Food and Dairy Safety, Air Quality Monitoring, Industrial Hygiene and Water Quality.

In addition, one of the following must be met:

• Two (2) years must have occurred within the last five years.
• Two (2) years of teaching Environmental Health coursework at the post-secondary level within the last five years.

Preferred License or Certification: Registered Sanitarian (RS) with WI Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) or Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS)- National Environmental Health Association (NEHA).

• Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques.
• Must meet State of Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) instruction requirements.
• Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards if applicable.
• Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds.
• Teaching - must embrace and demonstrate the MATC Standards of Teaching Excellence 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