Instructor, Nail Technician (Part-time)

Milwaukee Area Technical College; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution dedicated to transforming lives and communities through education. This role offers the opportunity to teach and inspire future nail technicians in a supportive environment. With a focus on equity and excellence, you will develop curriculum, manage classrooms, and engage with students to foster their success. Enjoy a flexible part-time schedule while making a meaningful impact in your community. If you are passionate about education and committed to student success, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a licensed nail technician or instructor.
• State of Wisconsin Manicuring Instructor Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver instruction for nail technician courses.
• Manage classroom/laboratory and assess student performance.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Student Assessment

Communication Skills

Professional Development

Education

Associate Degree or Higher

Occupational Experience Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Blackboard

Online Information Management Systems

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. MATC's diverse team members - 42% of whom are employees of color--work with a purpose to serve the students who make us one of the most diverse two-year institutions in the Midwest. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we shared and committed to eliminating equity gaps in higher education for both students and employees. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who share 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 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

Educational requirements
Associate degree or higher in any field or educational equivalency*.
* Educational Equivalency: Occupational experience combined with education and training totaling seven years or 14,000 hours.
Occupational experience
Must have a minimum of 5 years of full time or equivalent (10,000 hours) experience as a licensed nail technician (manicurist) or manicurist instructor.
In addition, one of the following must be met:

• At least 3 years of related work experience in the last 5 years, or
• Two years of teaching nail technician coursework at the post-secondary level within the last 5 years at an accredited school of Cosmetology or Nail Technology

License & certification:

• State of Wisconsin Manicuring Instructor Certificate or State of Wisconsin Cosmetology Instructor Certificate.
• Must have a valid State of Wisconsin Cosmetologist or Manicurist license.
  

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 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 .5 FTE the number of hours worked per week will vary based on course load. Work is conducted during scheduled course hours.

Application Materials:

Unofficial Transcripts

Salary

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.

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 [e-mail]. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.