Greenhouse Educational Assistant (PT)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Milwaukee Area Technical College is seeking a Greenhouse Education Assistant. This part-time (up to 19 hours weekly) position supports classroom and district academic services, tutoring students, and greenhouse operations at the Mequon Campus.

Responsibilities include inventory management, material prep, tutor recruitment/training, and assisting with remote/onsite instructional activities. Minimum two years' related experience and an associate degree or higher are required.

Qualifications

• Compliance with state, federal, and MATC policies and procedures.
• Associate degree or higher; bachelor’s preferred for advancement.
• Two+ years of comparable experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in classroom and district academic support centers with tutoring.
• Prepare materials and exhibits for greenhouse laboratory presentations.
• Maintain greenhouse plant material, schedules, and inventory.
• Coordinate makeup test proctoring and related services for MATC students.
• Assist with recruitment, interviewing, and training of tutors.
• Develop and maintain files, databases, and progress records; prepare reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or higher in a comparable field

Bachelor degree or higher in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Word

Job description

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 department supervision, the Greenhouse Education Assistant assists in the instructional process by providing professional services for the classroom and District Academic Support Centers. This position provides an infrastructure and/or tutors for individualized or group related tutoring to students who use the academic support services. Work is generally diversified based on individual needs of the instructor and student. Judgment and analysis are required in making decisions within established procedures. Daily responsibilities are completed independently using established policies and general objectives with occasional supervisory contact for policy clarification or interpretation.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Encourages learning and study skill behaviors that help students to accomplish their academic goals.
• Diagnoses learning behaviors, develops strategies and anticipates learning outcomes to help students accomplish their academic goals; determines and schedules appropriate support and tutoring methods for students.
• Provides tutoring assistance for specific academic skills and subjects, consistent with classroom instruction and in conjunction with faculty instruction if needed.
• Coordinates and administers makeup test proctoring services for MATC students.
• Assumes responsibility for the maintenance of center and other spaces assigned; establishes and enforces regulations related to center and the equipment used; manages inventory of supplies and equipment; creates purchase orders for needed equipment and supplies.
• Assists students by providing problem resolution with computers; class issues; software applications including Blackboard, Microsoft Office Suite programs; class schedules; financial aid applications; homework that uses web‑based platforms; computer support equipment; and audio/visual systems.
• Updates inventory and other data; prepares relevant reports, study guides and reference materials.
• Assists with district‑wide recruitment, interviewing, application, hiring, and training of tutors.
• Assists with developing and maintaining files, databases, and progress records; prepares reports as required or assigned.
• Acts as a liaison between students and faculty.
• Provides general information about MATC including relevant wraparound services and resources; refers students to other departments or services to meet their educational needs.
• Participates in related in‑service training, workshops, divisional meetings, and other educational activities as required.
• Assist with preparation of materials for greenhouse laboratory.
• Prepares exhibits and demonstrations in the greenhouse for various class or lab presentation.
• Maintain plant material as required in greenhouses through planting, transplanting, watering, treatment and monitoring and adjusting of greenhouse settings.
• Performs minor repairs and service work on greenhouse infrastructure and greenhouse equipment; notifies service repair personnel of malfunctions and problems and facilitates sending larger repairs out for service.
• Assemble and disassemble greenhouse systems such as: mist systems, irrigation lines, and water capture systems.
• Maintains greenhouse environmental control parameters through Wadsworth system.
• Provides support for greenhouse operations in collaboration with support staff and faculty.
• Performs other related duties as required for the efficient operations of the division.

Qualifications

Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirements, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Minimum Education: Associate degree or higher in a comparable field preferred.

Required Minimum Experience: At least two (2) years of comparable experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Bachelor degree or higher in related field and with at least three (3) or more years of comparable experience.

Competencies

• Cultivates innovation
• Optimizes work processes
• Ensures accountability
• Collaborates
• Interpersonal savvy
• Communicates effectively
• Instills trust
• Customer focus
• Action oriented
• Values differences
• Self‑development
• Compassion

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with the instructional process and use of instructional media.
• Skilled in operating and maintaining specialized equipment and software.
• Organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to understand and support the student–teacher relationship.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, teachers, and the general public.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word to create inventory and other various reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and contractors.
• Ability to order needed supplies while understanding budget constraints.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse educational and socio‑economic backgrounds.

Supplemental Information

Start Date: This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway and is available to start as soon as possible.

Hours/Location: This is a part‑time (up to 19 weekly) hourly position. This position is located at the MATC Mequon Campus.

Salary Information: Salary is listed to the midpoint of the salary range and is based on the 2025/2025 rates and are determined by years of experience credit and internal salary equity.

Application Materials: 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. Along with your completed application, please upload an up-to‑date resume. Education will be formally verified prior to offer.

Interviews: Selected qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a virtual interview on a date to be determined via email. Candidates who are selected after the first interview will be invited to a second‑round interview.

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/Employer. 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 [e-mail].