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Instructor, Truck Driving (Part-Time)
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Position Number: 5077912
Location: Oak Creek, WI
Position Type: Business - Management

Instructor, Truck Driving (Part-Time)

Salary: $70.00 Hourly
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2024-04765
Closing:
Location: Oak Creek, WI
Division: Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation Pathway

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. MATC's diverse team members - 42% of whom are employees of color--work with a purpose to serve the students who make us one of the most diverse two-year institutions in the Midwest. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we shared and committed to eliminating equity gaps in higher education for both students and employees. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who share the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

Under the supervision of the Dean of Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation, this person will develop, plan, and deliver Truck Driver Program courses for new students to acquire a CDL. This includes teaching assigned courses using lecture, lab, comprehensive hands-on demonstration, cooperative learning, and other methods in on-campus or at off-campus outreach locations. Also included are using class management skills and proper paperwork administration, on-line student testing and assessment follow-up and other class management responsibilities. Most courses are offered in accordance with Department of Transportation Standards.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision as an individual and team contributor.
Ability to establish, collaborate and maintain effective work relationships with peers, students, teachers, staff, representatives of outside agencies, educational institutions, and the general public.
Collaborative Teamwork: Establishes, maintains, and enhances positive work relationships with students, staff, faculty, and outside agencies. Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities.
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.

Qualifications

Required Minimum Education:

Technical Diploma in Truck Driving OR;
High School Diploma and successful completion of Truck Driver Train-the-Trainer course offered through WTCS (or equivalent school with transcript). This course must be completed by the end of the first year of teaching.

Required Minimum Occupational Experience:

Must possess and maintain a good driving record with DOT/DMV & CSA (Compliance Safety & Accountability) Score
Must have a minimum of seven (7) years (14,000 hours) experience as a truck driver. In addition, one of the following below must be met:
- At least two years of driving experience must have occurred within the last five years OR
- Two years* of teaching in truck driving course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years.

* One (1) year of teaching experience equivalent to two (2) FT semesters or four (4) PT semesters.

Industry or vendor certification:
Must complete the most up to date defensive driving course series online via SumTotal (internal training system) with a score of at least 80% within the first 90 days of employment.

Required Licensing:

A current and valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)*
Current Driving record acceptable with DOT and WI DMV Standard*
Federal Medical Certificate (Fed Med Card) is highly preferred

*verified prior to employment offer

Must embrace and demonstrate Standards of Teaching Excellence and the MATC Career Essentials in development and delivery of instruction.
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 voice mail system
Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

Essential Supportive Technology:
Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:
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 social networking applications)

Supplemental Information

Start Date:
This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway and the start date will be determined based on departmental need.

Hours/Location:
This position is a part-time, up to a .5 FTE. The number of hours worked per week will vary based on course load, enrollment and departmental need.
MATC Oak Creek Campus, 6665 S Howell Ave, Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Modality: IN PERSON TEACHING assignments

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 to virtually interview for this position. Information regarding the second round of interviews will be provided to selected candidates.

Application:
Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Typing "See Resume" in lieu of application completion will not be acceptable. Unofficial transcripts are required at time of application.

Required at time of application:

Unofficial transcripts for any degrees/diplomas/certificates
Copy of your current valid CDL
Copy of your Federal Medical Certificate (Fed Med card)

EEO/AA

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.

Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. 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 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email jobs@matc.edu. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/matc/jobs/4415941/instructor-truck-driving-part-time