Instructor, Horticulture (Part-Time)

Milwaukee Area Technical College • Charlotte, NC

86d • $40

About The Position

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 the supervision of the Dean of Community Education or designee, while located at the Mequon Campus and surrounding areas, to plan, develop and revise a program of instruction and to teach landscape-horticulture through a variety of modalities. Subject matter includes any landscape horticulture topics. Related duties include acquisition of supplies and equipment, and upkeep of laboratory facilities and equipment.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in any subject AND at least two (2) years of full-time or equivalent (4,000 hours) experience in Horticulture or a related field.
• At least one year (2,000 hours) of work experience must have occurred within the last five years OR at least two years (4,000 hours) of teaching in one or more of the areas listed above at the postsecondary level within the last five years.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Pesticide Application Certified by WDATCP (Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection)
• National Association of Landscape Professionals, NALP Certified in any of the NALP Industry Certifications
• International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist

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/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.

Benefits

• Starting hourly wage of $40 per course hour of teaching.
• Compensation for an additional 45 minutes of time for each hour of instruction to cover office hours and prep time, equivalent to $70 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree