Instructor, Auto Collision Repair & Refinish (PT)

Milwaukee Area Technical College; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 16,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Milwaukee Area Technical College seeks qualified part-time faculty for the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway. The role involves preparing and delivering instruction in Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing, managing classrooms, and developing curricula.

Candidates must have ASE certification and applicable degrees, with teaching experience within last five years. Starts Fall 2026; 8:30am-3:30pm in-person.

Qualifications

• Must have Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing Technician experience with the listed education options.
• One of the following must be met: at least one year of work experience within the last five years OR two years of teaching Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing course work at the postsecondary level within the last five years.
• One year of teaching experience equivalent two semesters full-time or four semesters part-time - per State of Wisconsin Legislature Administrative Code TCS3 3.04.
• Must hold current ASE certification in B2, B3, and B4, or obtain within six months of employment.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record sufficient to be insured by MATC.
• Successfully complete online defensive driving course within first year of hire.
• Must embrace and demonstrate Standards of Teaching Excellence and the MATC Career Essentials in development and delivery of instruction.

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 participation 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.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Student advising

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years work experience in Automotive Collision Repair/Finishing

Associate degree + 5 years work experience in Automotive Collision Repair/Finishing

Technical diploma in Auto Collision Repair/Refinish or related field + 7 years work experience

Tools

Gmail/Outlook

Voice mail system

Microsoft Office Suite/Google

Self-Service

Blackboard Ultra

Technology-based Instruction

Emerging Technologies

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.

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 participation 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

Educational requirements: Must have one of the following:

• Bachelor's degree with two (2) years (4,000 hours) of work experience as an Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing Technician with related Technical Diploma.
• Associate degree with five (5) years (10,000 hours) of work experience as an Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing Technician with related Technical Diploma.
• Technical diploma in Auto Collision Repair/Refinish or closely related field with seven (7) years (14,000 hours) of work experience as an Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing Technician. Related fields may include: Automotive Servicing, Adult Vocational Technical Teaching, Automotive Engineering, Automotive Management.

Per Higher Learning Commission Determining Qualified Faculty Assumed Practice B.2.

Occupational experience: Must have a relevant experience required with education listed above as an Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing Technician. In addition, one of the following must be met:

• At least one year of work experience must have occurred within the last five years OR
• Two years of teaching Automotive Collision Repair and Finishing course work at the postsecondary 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.

Industry or vendor certification:

• Must hold current ASE certification in B2, B3, and B4, or obtain within six months of employment.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record sufficient to be insured by MATC.
• Successfully complete online defensive driving course within first year of hire.

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 - e.g. Self-Service or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
• Blackboard Ultra - Experience with Blackboard Ultra 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 and is available to start in the Fall 2026 Semester.

Hours: This position is up to a .5 FTE; the number of hours worked per week will vary based on enrollment, departmental need and course load. Work is conducted in-person during scheduled course hours (8:30am-3:30pm).

Application Materials: Unofficial transcripts or documentation (copies of licenses/apprenticeships etc.) which validate required minimums and is due at time of application.

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 and notified to interview for this position. Information regarding the second round of interviews will be provided to selected candidates.

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 email [e-mail].