Instructor, Fire Protection; 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.

Instructional Delivery Prepare and deliver engaging instruction in accordance with established curriculum guidelines.

Classroom/Laboratory Management Manage classroom/laboratory environments to ensure a conducive learning atmosphere.

Curriculum Development Develop, monitor, and revise curriculum to maintain course effectiveness and relevance.

Resource Management Manage equipment, supplies, and materials necessary for instructional activities.

Student Assessment Assess student performance and provide constructive feedback to support their academic growth.

Student Advising Advise students on academic matters and provide guidance to support their educational journey.

Collaboration Collaborate with advisory committees, colleagues, and industry partners to enhance program effectiveness.

Meeting Participation Attend departmental and institutional meetings to contribute to academic planning and decision‑making.

Promotion and Recruitment Promote educational programs, participate in student recruitment efforts, and support initiatives to retain students.

Student Support Support student organizations and activities to enrich their educational experience.

Industry Engagement Develop and maintain relationships with business and industry partners to facilitate student opportunities and program growth.

Evaluation and Professional Development Complete program evaluations, engage in continuous professional development, and stay current in the field.

Additional Duties Perform other related duties as assigned to support the overall mission and objectives of the institution.

Educational Requirements Associate Degree in a fire‑related program or 60 college credits.

Occupational Experience Must have a minimum of 5 years of full‑time or equivalent (14,000 hours) experience.

In addition, one of the following must be met:

• At least one year of work experience within the last 5 years.
• Two years of teaching fire science at the postsecondary level within the last five years.

Certification & Licensure

• Must hold current Wisconsin Emergency Services Instructor I certification.
• Must hold current WI Fire Certification in at least three of the following disciplines:
  Firefighter I or II, Fire Officer I or II, Driver Operator‑Pumper, Driver Operator‑Aerial, or Fire Inspector.

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

• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• Experience teaching and/or developing curriculum in a variety of classroom environments including in‑person and online.
• Experience using a variety of instructional methods including face‑to‑face, blended, and 100% online preferred.
• Must be able to develop and maintain curriculum currency.
• Working knowledge of computers and software related to instruction including MS Office/Google Suite, data systems, mobile technologies, web conference tools, and social networking; and knowledge of, or willingness to learn, Blackboard or a similar learning management system (LMS) preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic competency attainment.
• Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational…