Instructor, Diesel and Power Train Service; Part-Time

About the Role

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 share the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC c.edu.

Under the supervision of the Associate Dean, this instructor will teach assigned classroom and shop courses for the Diesel and Powertrain Servicing Technical Diploma program. Duties include development and teaching of all Diesel and Powertrain Servicing courses. The instructor should be able to explain theory, demonstrate proper servicing techniques, and facilitate student learning of the course objectives. The instructor serves as a resource person to Diesel and Powertrain Servicing students and faculty, complies with and reinforces safety and service standards, and serves as a model of professionalism with which students may identify.

In addition, this position also provides Diesel Department leadership in maintaining SAE (Society for Automotive Engineering), supporting student engagement, recruiting and other college initiatives that relate to this program.

• 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:

• Must have a Technical Diploma or Associate Degree in Diesel/Automotive Servicing or a closely related field. Related fields include but are not limited to Heavy Equipment Repair or Agricultural Equipment Repair.

Occupational

Experience:

• Must have one of the following:
  • A minimum of seven years of work experience as a Diesel/Automotive Servicing Technician combined with a Technical Diploma.
  • A minimum of five years of work experience as a Diesel/Automotive Servicing Technician combined with an Associate Degree.
• In addition, one of the following must be met:
  • At least one year of work experience must have occurred within the last five years.
  • Two years of teaching Diesel/Automotive Servicing coursework at the post-secondary level within the last five years.

Industry or Vendor

Certifications:

• An instructor must possess the ASE Master Technician for Medium/Heavy Truck certification in areas T1 through T8 or obtain it within 2 years of the hire date.

Standards of Teaching Excellence:

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

Essential Technology:

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

Essential Supportive Technology:

• 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)

Start Date: This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation (MCT) Pathway and is available to start in January 2026 for the Spring 2026 Semester.

This position is an in-person, part-time (0.5 FTE) position. The number of hours worked per week will vary based on course load, enrollment, and departmental need. Work is conducted during scheduled course hours, Monday–Friday.

Please include a resume and unofficial transcripts.

Beginning in the fall of 2024, the starting hourly wage for all part-time faculty is $40 per course hour of…