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. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.
Under the direction of the Dean, Creative Arts, Design & Media, develops and teaches concepts and strategies for a variety of courses. May require teaching courses at MATC campuses, business, community, other sites, and 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, online courses, staff development, conduct open labs (if/when necessary), student advising, student outcome assessment and quality review assessment and implementation, student organization involvement, recruitment and retention of students, and other duties as assigned**. Required to keep current with the latest trends and technologies in discipline.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
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 Advises students on academic matters and provides 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.Qualifications
Educational Requirements Must meet one of the following criteria:
- A Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in a Culinary Arts or Hospitality-related field.
- An Associate’s degree (AAS/AA) in Culinary Arts and a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
- An Associate’s degree (AAS/AA) in Culinary Arts and seven (7) years (14,000 hours) of experience and training, including one (1) year of Supervision Management in Culinary Arts.
- A Culinary Arts Apprenticeship completion certificate from the Wisconsin Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards (BAS), a federally registered program, or a signed letter from a representative of an MATC apprenticeship advisory committee, and seven (7) years (14,000 hours) of experience and training, including one (1) year of Supervision Management in Culinary Arts.
{Per Higher Learning Commission Determining Qualified Faculty Assumed Practice B.2.}
Occupational Experience In addition to meeting the educational requirement, applicants must also have a minimum of 4,000 hours of experience as a Chef or Manager in a Hospitality-related field. Additionally, one of the following must be met:
- At least 1,000 hours of that experience must have occurred within the last five (5) years.
- Two years of teaching Culinary Arts coursework at the post-secondary level within the past five years.
Industry or vendor certification:
- Must provide proof of valid ServSafe Manager Certification from the National Restaurant Association with an overall passing score of 90% before before first teaching assignment
- American Culinary Federation (ACF) Certified Executive Chef (CEC), Certified Chef de Cuisine (CCC), Certified Culinary Educator (CCE), or related certification preferred.
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 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
Hours This position is a part-time faculty pool position. Assignments and schedule will depend on course availability.Work schedule may vary and could include in person, online, hybrid, evening, and weekend teaching assignments.
Salary 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-negotiableApplication Materials & Requirements: Applicants (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for consideration. Transcripts for all degrees earned from an accredited institution showing the degree awarded/conferred date are required at time of application and incomplete applications will not be considered. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application
- A complete application entails providing thorough details, including personal information, educational background, and comprehensive work experience. This should include specific job positions held, duties performed, dates of employment, and any relevant licenses or certifications. Additionally, candidates may be required to attach copies of licenses, transcripts or certifications. It's crucial to ensure all aspects of the application are thoroughly completed
- Foreign issued degrees, courses, and credits used toward credentialing must be completed at a regionally accredited post-secondary institution in the United States or an equivalent foreign institution. More information on NACES can be found athttp://www.naces.org
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/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 [email protected]. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.
