Instructor, American Sign Language (Part-Time)

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 at www.matc.edu . Under the direction of the Associate Dean of the General Education Pathway, to develop and teach concepts and strategies for a variety of courses. Will require teaching courses in-person at MATC campuses, business, community, other sites, and/or online during the day, evening, and/or weekend. Related duties include participation in department and advisory meetings, department and college functions, course and curriculum development in both traditional and non-traditional formats. 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 Only those who meet all of the base minimum requirements listed below will be considered. Minimum Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or higher in any subject area with preference in related fields such as American Sign Language, Deaf Studies Per Higher Learning Commission Determining Qualified Faculty Assumed Practice B.2. Minimum Occupational Experience: A minimum of two years (4,000 hour) of work experience in the field of American Sign Language. In addition at least ONE of the following must be met: At least one year of work experience must have occurred within the last five years OR At least two years of teaching American Sign Languag e course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years *{One (1) year of teaching experience equivalent two (2) semesters full-time or four (4) semesters part-time – per State of Wisconsin Legislature Administrative Code TCS3 3.04} License or Vendor Certifications Requirements: Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) of 3.3 or higher Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) certification granted by The Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH) Wisconsin Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (WisRID) in combination with a letter of recommendation Licensure. License - Preferred: Educational Interpreter License as granted by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) 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 emerging technologies (e.g.. social networking applications) Supplemental Information Start Date: This position supports the General Education Pathway and is available to start in the Spring (2027) semester, approximately mid January. Hours: This is a part-time faculty pool position . This is an "applicant pool" posting. Assignments are temporary, not guaranteed, can vary in hours/days, and will depend entirely on course availability and department needs each semester. Modality: IN PERSON ONLY Employees will conduct all work hours in the State of Wisconsin, performing work outside the state is strictly prohibited. Salary: 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. Application Materials & Requirements. Please follow steps below: 1. Complete the Employment Application in its Entirety: You must provide thorough and detailed information for all sections of the application form. An incomplete application will not be considered. 2. Attach All Required Documents (At Time of Application) You must upload copies of all required credentials listed below with your application. Proof of Education : Unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned from an accredited institution. The transcripts must show the degree awarded, coursework completed and the conferred date. Proof of Credentials : Copies of any professional licenses and/or certifications required for the position. Resume/CV: up-to-date (note, a resume is not an acceptable alternative to a fully completed application. Cover letter: highlighting the ways in which your experience and education has prepared you to meet this positions Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities A NOTE for Applicants with Foreign Credentials If you are using degrees, courses, or credits from an institution outside the United States, they must be from an institution considered equivalent to a regionally accredited post-secondary institution in the United States. We recommend using a service affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) to obtain an evaluation of your foreign credentials. For more information, please visit: http://www.naces.org 3. Requirements Prior to Start Date (Only, if Hired) If an offer of employment is made and accepted, you will be required to provide the following documents before your first day: Official Transcripts Completed Verification of Employment Form (if applicable) Interview: As part of the interview process, selected candidates are required to prepare and present an interactive theory lesson and simulated teaching demonstration lasting 10 minutes of the overall interview time, which may be conducted in-person or virtually. EEO: 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. 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 j obs@matc.edu .