Instructor, Chemistry; Part-Time

medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan, pension

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.

Under the supervision of the Dean of STEM, responsibilities include teaching classroom and laboratory courses in Chemistry; curriculum development; maintenance of science laboratories; participation in grant-related 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 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 Requirements:

• A minimum of Master's degree in Chemistry.
• A minimum of a Master's degree in a related field, including but not limited to Biology, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Physics, Geology, Pharmacology, Microbiology with at least eighteen (18) graduate credits in Chemistry.

Occupational Experience

Required:

None

Preferred Experience: Two (2) years of post‑secondary teaching experience.

• Ability to work one‑on‑one with students in the classroom and traditional laboratory environments.
• Experience in innovative delivery strategies in instruction in Chemistry, including alternative delivery courses (i.e., Internet) and course management (i.e., Blackboard), is preferred.
• Experience in proposal development and grant writing is preferred.
• 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).
• Teaching – Must embrace and demonstrate the Standards of Teaching Excellence in development and delivery of instruction.

• 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 systems used for student advising, grading, etc.
• Blackboard Ultra – Experience with Blackboard or other web‑based course‑management systems.
• Technology‑based Instruction – Experience with technology‑based instructional delivery systems including SMART board, interactive touch screens, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology.
• Emerging Technologies – Experience with emerging technologies (e.g., social networking applications).

Start Date: Available to start in Fall 2026 semester.

Hours: This is a part‑time faculty pool position. Assignments are temporary and not guaranteed; hours/days may vary by semester and department needs.

Salary: Starting hourly wage for all part‑time faculty is $40 per course hour of teaching; additional 45 minutes of time per hour is compensated as an equivalent of $70 per hour for office hours and prep time.

Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414‑297‑6529 or email jobs.