Instructor, Welding (Part-Time)

Milwaukee Area Technical College; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,104 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) invites applications for a part-time Welding Instructor to teach in the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway. Courses are scheduled on MATC campuses in Wisconsin and may include evenings or weekends; employment is fully in-person and hours vary with enrollment.

Starting pay is $40 per course hour, with an additional 45 minutes per hour for office and prep time, equating to about $70 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have an associate degree or higher in a related field.
• 10 years welding experience (20,000 hours) required.
• State approved registered apprenticeship in welding trades preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and teaches welding concepts and shop practices.
• Plan and teach activities in the welding curriculum; may include evenings/weekends.
• Prepare and deliver instruction; manage classroom and lab.
• Develop curriculum; oversee equipment and supplies.
• Advise students on academic issues; evaluate performance.
• Promote the program; engage with industry partners.

Education

Associate's degree or higher in related field

10 years welding experience

Registered apprenticeship in steamfitter/boilermaker/sheet metal/millwright/machine repair/ironworker

Tools

Oxy-fuel welding

Shielded metal arc welding

Gas tungsten arc welding

Flux-core arc welding

Gas metal arc welding

Blueprint reading

Welding inspection

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

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.

• 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/department evaluation.
• Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assess student performance.
• Advise students on academic issues.
• Collaborate with advisory committee in program/department area.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Promote the education/training program/department, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to promote educational opportunities at MATC.
• Support student organizations and activities.
• Develop relationships with business and industry.
• Complete program/department evaluation and follow‑up.
• Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in field.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

• Associate's degree or higher in a related field
• 10 years (20,000 hours) of Welding experience
• 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
• At least two (2) total years of teaching Welding (see above) coursework at the post‑secondary level within the last five years. (One (1) year of teaching experience equivalent to two (2) semesters full‑time or 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 (CWI)
• 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:

• 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 voicemail 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

Start Date: This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway and is available to start in the Fall 2025 academic semester; 16‑week courses start mid‑August.

Job Details: This is a part‑time pool position and will require teaching courses at MATC campuses. Must have availability to begin teaching on site no later than 4:30 pm during the week. Hours and location are based on enrollment and departmental need each semester. Modality is fully in‑person. Employees will conduct all work hours in the state of Wisconsin, performing work outside the state is strictly prohibited.

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 interview virtually for the first round of interviews for this position. Interviews take place during normal weekday hours.

Applications: Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Mandatory documentation must include diplomas, degrees, certifications, apprenticeships, and licenses earned. These documents are required to initially assess and validate qualifications.

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].