Instructor, Auto Collision Repair & Refinish (PT)

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.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• 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 the advisory committee in the 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 the field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Must have one of the following:
  • Bachelor's degree with two (2) years (4,000 hours) of work experience as an Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing Technician with related Technical Diploma.
  • Associate degree with five (5) years (10,000 hours) of work experience as an Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing Technician with related Technical Diploma.
  • Technical diploma in Auto Collision Repair/Refinish or closely related field* with seven (7) years (14,000 hours) of work experience as an Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing Technician. *Related fields may include: Automotive Servicing, Adult Vocational Technical Teaching, Automotive Engineering, Automotive Management.
• Occupational Experience: Must have a relevant experience required with education listed above as a Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing Technician. In addition, one of the following must be met:
  • At least one year of work experience must have occurred within the last five years OR
  • Two years of teaching Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing course work at the postsecondary level within the last five years.
• Industry or Vendor Certification: 1. Must hold current ASE certification in B2, B3, and B4, or obtain within six months of employment. 2. Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record sufficient to be insured by MATC. 3. Successfully complete online defensive driving course within first year of hire.

Supplemental Information

• Start Date: This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway and is available to start in the Fall 2026 Semester.
• Hours: This position is up to a .5 FTE the number of hours worked per week will vary based on enrollment, departmental need and course load. Work is conducted in-person during scheduled course hours (8:30am-3:30pm).
• Application Materials: Unofficial transcripts or documentation (copies of licenses/apprenticeships etc.) which validate required minimums and is due at time of application.
• Salary: Salary: Beginning in the fall of 2024 the starting hourly wage for all part-time faculty is $40 per course hour of teaching. Part-time faculty are also compensated for an additional 45 minutes of time for each hour of instruction to cover office hours and prep time which is equivalent to $70 per hour. This starting hourly wage of $40 an hour is non-negotiable unless market conditions dictate otherwise.
• Interviews: Selected qualified candidates will be invited and notified to interview for this position. Information regarding the second round of interviews will be provided to selected candidates.