Instructor, Fire Protection

About the Institution

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.

• 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: Must have a minimum of an Associate degree in a fire-related program or 60 college credits.

Occupational

Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years of full-time or equivalent (10,000 hours) related experience.

In addition, one of the following must be met:

Licensure:

• Must hold current Fire and Emergency Services Instructor I (NFPA 1041).
• Must hold current Wisconsin Fire Certification in at least three of the following disciplines:
  Firefighter I or II, Fire Officer I or II, Driver Operator‑Pumper or Aerial, 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 Essential.

Essential Supportive Technology:

• 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 INFOnline or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters.
• Blackboard – 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 such as social networking applications.

As part of the interview process, selected candidates are required to prepare a…