Instructor, Audio Production (part-time)

Salary: $30.84 – $39.93 Hourly

Location : Milwaukee, WI

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Number: 2023-04463

Division: Creative Arts, Design & Media Pathway

Department: TV & Video Production (701)

Opening Date: 08/25/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Application Requirements: 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. Salary determination will be based on years of credited experience that is listed on the job application only so please include complete work history.

Supplemental Information: Candidates are required to submit copies of transcripts for all degrees obtained to be considered (unofficial transcripts are acceptable). Please make sure to carefully review requirements and submit a complete application describing your experience and providing all required documents to best assess your qualifications. In instances where we are unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

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 shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at .
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 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.
• Professional self-starter with team motivated abilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Educational requirements:Associate’s Degree in Audio Production
OR
2 years Full Time or Part Time equivalent (4000 hours) of work experience in audio engineering.

Additional Occupational experience:
Must have a minimum of five (5) years full-time or the part-time equivalent (10,000 hours) of work experience in Audio Engineering.
In addition, one of the following must be met:

1. At least one of the five years must have occurred within the last 5 years
2. Two years of teaching Audio Engineering course work at the post-secondary level within the last 5 years

1. Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly preferred.
2. Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
3. Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques.
4. Must meet State of Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) instruction Certification Requirements
5. Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards (if applicable).
6. Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds.

Teaching – Must embrace and demonstrate the MATC Career essentials and Standards of Teaching Excellence in development and delivery of instruction.
Career Essentials• Effective Communication in Writing
• Effective Communication through Speaking and Listening
• Effective Problem Solving
• Global Awareness
• Mathematical Competency
• Professionalism
• Technology Competency

Standards of Teaching Excellence
• Foster Student Success
• Embrace Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Utilize Classroom Management Techniques
• Demonstrate 21st Century Classroom Skills
• Plan & Organize Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
• Apply Student Centered Learning Outcomes
• Maintain Content Mastery & Currency
• Cultivate Internal Collaboration
• Cultivate Professional Partnerships

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 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 (eg. social networking applications)

Supplemental Information
Start Date:
This is part-time pool position with varying start dates between the fall and spring.

Hours:This position is a .5 FTE the number of hours worked per week will vary based on course load. Work is conducted during scheduled course hours.

Salary:
Salary is listed to the midpoint of the salary range and is based on the 2023/2024 rates and are determined by years of experience credit and internal salary equity.

Employee Benefits at a Glance – PART-TIME FACULTY/EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT- Part-time employees pay a higher percentage of the premium than full-time employees.
HEALTH INSURANCE: MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types:
1- UMR High Level PPO
2- UMR Low Level PPO

Note: All medical plans include Prescription Drug benefits at no additional costs to employees.

DENTAL INSURANCE: MATC offers a traditional group dental plan through Delta Dental.

Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and orthodontics for dependents up to age 19.

GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: MATC offers group life insurance benefits through Symetra Provident Insurance with active assignment and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is $15,000. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death.

RETIREMENT BENEFITS: If you are employed for greater than 12 months and meet the minimum hours requirement for participation in the WRS pension system, you will be notified of your eligibility. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.8%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.8% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employee’s behalf.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING PLANS: MATC offers eligible employees the opportunity to participate in both Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts administered through UMR.

SICK LEAVE BENEFITS: Sick leave is earned based on one times the weekly workload per semester. The maximum hours accumulation is 640 hours.

VACATION BENEFITS: Vacation is earned based on the length of service and hours worked each pay period. (Not available for Instructors)

PAID HOLIDAYS: MATC offers paid/flex holidays based on position.

MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution and complies with all requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act.

01

Please select one of the following:

• Associate’s Degree in Audio Production
• 2 years Full Time work experience in audio engineering.
• Part Time equivalent (4000 hours) of work experience in audio engineering.
• None of the above

02

Please select one of the following:

• I have part-time equivalent (10,000 hours) of work experience in Audio Engineering.
• I have five (5) years full-time work experience in Audio Engineering.
• I DO NOT have a minimum of five (5) years full-time or the part-time equivalent (10,000 hours) of work experience in Audio Engineering.

03

one of the following must be met; please select one of the following:

• At least one (1) of the five years have occurred within the last 5 years
• Two years of teaching Audio Engineering course work at the post-secondary level within the last 5 years
• None of the above

04

(INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please list all positions previously and currently held at the college. (External applicants type N/A)

05

(INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please specifically describe how your previous or current duties/experience relates to this position. (External candidates type N/A)

06

Please tell us the highest degree you have obtained and in what area.

Required Question