Instructor, Welding - Bilingual English/Spanish Required (Part-Time)

Instructor, Welding - Bilingual English/Spanish Required (Part-Time)

Salary

$70.00 Hourly

Location

Multi-Campus, WI

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

2026-05778

Division

Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation Pathway

Department

Welding (442)

Opening Date

04/10/2025

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 is not acceptable. Please submit copies of transcripts for all degrees, licenses, apprenticeships obtained to be considered (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).

Supplemental Information

Hourly rate of $70 per hour is equivalent to the base rate of $40/hour multiplied by the number of hours per course times 1.75 hours which covers office hours and prep time for instructional activities. Activities conducted outside of teaching (non-instructional), require approval and will be paid at the base hourly rate of $40.

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Description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsins 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 share the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC atwww.matc.edu.

Develops and teaches concepts and strategies for a variety of courses. May require teaching courses at MATC campuses, business, community, other sites, evening, and/or weekends. Under the supervision of the Dean, MCT Pathway, to plan and teach related and shop activities in the welding curriculum to include the areas of layout, blueprint reading, fabrication, oxy-fuel welding and cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, gas metal arc welding, flux-core arc welding with self and gas shielded wires, inspection and testing, and welding math.

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.

Language Requirements: This position requires applicants to be bilingual in English and Spanish (fluently be able to speak, read, and write in both languages).

Minimum Educational Requirements:

MUST have at least one of the following to be considered:

• Associates degree or higher in a related field OR;
• 10 years (20,000 hours) of Welding experience OR;
• Have a state approved registered apprenticeship in one of the following areas: steamfitter, boilermaker, sheet metal, millwright, machine repair or ironworker.

Minimum Occupational Experience Requirement:

Must have 4 years (8,000 hours) of total work experience in Welding:

• Oxy-fuel welding and cutting
• Shielded metal arc welding, all positions
• Gun, tungsten arc welding of aluminum, steel, and stainless-steel material; plasma cutting
• Flux-core arc welding with self-shielded and gas shielded wires in any diameters
• Gas metal arc welding with any diameter solid wire, including pulsed arc transfer
• Read blue-prints and set up parts
• Interpret welding requirement from symbols on blueprints
• Quality control experience
• Inspection and testing
• Use welding codes and procedures

In addition to the above minimum requirements, at least one of the following must be met:

• At least one (1) total year of work experience must have occurred within the last five years, OR;
• At least two (2) total years of teaching Welding (see above) course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years. (One (1) year of teaching experience equivalent to two (2) semesters full-time of four (4) semesters part-time

Industry or Vendor Certification:

One of the following will be required within two (2) years of employment start date:

• American Welding Society (AWS)
• Certified Welding Educator (CWE)
• Certified Welding Inspector (CW

Preferred but not required to have the following:

• State of WI weld certifications, and/or Journey level status in an occupational area that is part of the welding trades; steamfitter, boilermaker, sheet metal, or ironworker.

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 (eg. social networking applications)

Supplemental Information

Start Date: This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway.

Hours: This position is up to a .5 FTE. Hours, location, and modality are based on enrollment and departmental need.

Modality: 100% IN-PERSON

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 the first round of interviews for this position. Information regarding the second round of interviews will be provided to selected candidates who are moved forward.

Applications: 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. Qualification determination will be based on years of credited experience that is listed on the job application only so please include complete work history. In addition, please submit a current resume at time of application. Also, please include unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned. Unofficial transcripts will only be used for the purpose of initial assessment and credentialing.

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.

Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator. 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 emailjobs@matc.edu.

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 (6.9%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.9% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employees 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

Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Have you included and fully completed the following information on your application?: 1) Education 2) Work Experience 3) Transcripts

• Yes
• No

02

Are you bilingual in English and Spanish (able to fluently speak, read, and write in both English and Spanish)?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you able and willing to work in-person, onsite, and at multi-campus locations?

• Yes
• No

04

Please list days and hours of availability for teaching.

05

Please select below one or more of the following which best describes your welding education and/or experience:

• I have an Associate degree or higher in welding engineering technology or in a closely related field.
• I have at least 10 years (20,000 hours) of welding experience.
• I have a state approved registered apprenticeship in one of the following areas: steamfitter, boilermaker, sheet metal, millwright, machine repair or ironworker
• None of the above

06

How many years of full-time occupational experience do you have in Welding (Please note: 2 years part-time experience equals 1 year full-time experience)?

• Less than 4 years
• 4 to 7 years
• 7 to 10 years years
• 10 or more years

07

Do you have at least one year of related occupational work experience that has occurred within the last five years OR at least two years (4 full-time semesters or 8 par-time semesters) of teaching related course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years? Please make sure your answer is able to be validated from your application.

• Yes
• No

08

Select below if you CURRENTLY have any of the following welding certifications:

• American Welding Society (AWS)
• Certified Welding Educator (CWE)
• Certified Welding Inspector (CW)
• State of WI weld certifications, and/or Journey level status in an occupational area that is part of the welding trades; steamfitter, boilermaker, sheet metal, or ironworker.
• None of the above

09

If you dont already have a industry certification, would you be able to obtain one of the following within your first two years of employment: American Welding Society (AWS), Certified Welding Educator (CWE), or a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have direct or related work experience in technical or higher education?

• Yes
• No

11

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

Required Question

Employer Milwaukee Area Technical College

Address 700 W. State

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53203

Phone 414-297-6529

Website http://www.matc.edu