OverviewMilwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is hiring an Assistant/Teacher for Child Care Services at the Mequon campus. This is a one‑part‑time academic year position (mid‑August to mid‑May) requiring up to 19 hours per week, primarily in in‑person classroom settings for infants, toddlers, and preschool children.ResponsibilitiesMonitors, plans, and prepares instructional activities; provides general assistance to students in the child development center.Develops age‑appropriate curriculum, including lesson plans, and prepares materials for learning activities.Observes and evaluates students enrolled in the Child Development Program.Implements curriculum that meets developmental interests and abilities of the children; provides support, focused attention, and encouragement to facilitate task completion.Responds quickly and directly to children's needs, adapting responses to their styles and abilities.Detects and reports signs of stress, physical, emotional, or developmental problems to the supervisor.Prepares exhibits and demonstrations for class presentations; operates related equipment such as record players, compact discs, and VCRs.Maintains order in classrooms, labs, and other spaces; manages inventory of supplies and equipment.Keeps progress records, notes, inventories, and other data; prepares related reports as required.Fosters cooperative interaction with staff, students' parents, and student teachers.Participates in in‑service training, workshops, and other educational activities as required.Performs other related duties as required or assigned.QualificationsEducation: Associate degree or 60 college credits with related Early Childhood credits (required). Bachelor's degree is preferred.Experience: One to three years of progressive child care teaching experience (required). More than three years of relevant experience is preferred.Licenses/Certifications: 1) Wisconsin Administrator's Credential – Registry Level 12 (must be obtained within 6 months of hire). 2) CPR certification (current or obtained within 3 months). 3) Shaken Baby Prevention Certificate (current). 4) Mandated Reporter Training (current).Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of child development stages and best teaching practices; health and safety standards for children; curriculum and lesson plan implementation; classroom management; strong communication skills; ability to work with culturally diverse populations; proficiency with computers and relevant software; self‑development and leadership skills.Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 35 lbs., pull up to 50 lbs., climb stairs and ladder, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, see, hear, and speak; 40% sitting, 35% standing, 25% walking.CompetenciesCultivates innovationOptimizes work processesEnsures accountabilityCollaboratesInterpersonal savvyCommunicates effectivelyInstills trustCustomer focusAction orientedValues differencesSelf‑developmentCompassionBenefits (Part‑time Staff Support)Health insurance: Choice between UMR High Level PPO and UMR Low Level PPO, including prescription drug benefits.Dental insurance: Delta Dental group plan with preventive, routine, restorative, and orthodontic coverage for dependents up to age 19.Life insurance: Group term life insurance of \$15,000, doubled in case of accidental death.Retirement: Eligibility to participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System after 12 months of service and minimum hours.Flexible Spending Accounts: Health Care and Dependent Care FSAs administered through UMR.Sick leave: Up to 640 hours annually based on hours worked.Vacation: Hours accumulated based on hours worked (not available for instructors).Paid holidays: Based on position.EEOC StatementMilwaukee 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. MATC is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr