Instructor, Photography (part-time) Job at Milwaukee Area Technical College in W

Overview

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. MATC supports pathways to a four-year degree and is committed to eliminating equity gaps in higher education. MATC seeks passionate individuals to join a diverse team dedicated to serving students. Learn more at www.matc.edu.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Dean of Creative, Arts, Design and Media, teach courses in the Photography program. Related duties include participation in department meetings, curriculum development, staff development, lab maintenance, student advising, and other duties as assigned.

• 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 Minimum Requirements: Must have an Associate degree in Photography, Graphic Arts, or Visual Communication.

Occupational Experience Requirements: Must have a minimum of five (5) years experience or the part-time equivalent (10,000 hours) of work experience as a Photographer in at least one of the following occupations: Photojournalist, Commercial Photographer, Portrait Photographer, Industrial Photographer, Biomedical Photographer, Audio Visual Photographer, Editorial Magazine Photographer. Must have mastery in areas including studio lighting, compositional skills, reproduction techniques, color and B/W processing, digital original photography, digital editing of still and video, and video capture with a digital SLR. In addition, one of the following must be met:

• At least one of the five years must have occurred within the last 5 years as a Photographer in the listed occupations, or
• Two years teaching Photography coursework at the post-secondary level within the last 5 years.

1. Must have a current professional quality portfolio.
2. Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly preferred.
3. Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
4. Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques.
5. Must meet WTCS instruction certification requirements.
6. Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards (if applicable).
7. Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse backgrounds.

Standards and Technology: Must embrace Standards of Teaching Excellence and MATC Career Essentials. Standards include Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success, Classroom Management, Planning/Organization, Content Mastery and Currency, Teaching Methodology, and Assessment of Student Learning. Essential technology includes email, telephone/voicemail, and Microsoft Office/Google Suite. Essential supportive technology includes experience with INFOnline or other student information systems, Blackboard or similar, technology-based instruction, and emerging technologies.

• Essential Supportive Technology: INFOnline or similar information management systems for advising, grading, schedules; Blackboard or similar; classroom technology (e.g., SMART boards, projectors); emerging technologies (e.g., social networking applications).

Supplemental Information

Hours/Location: This in-person position is a .5 FTE; hours per week vary based on course load. Location and hours depend on enrollment and department need.

Salary: Salary listed up to the midpoint; placement based on experience, internal salary equity, and background.

Application Materials & Requirements: Applicants must complete the employment application. Transcripts from accredited institutions showing degree and conferral dates are required at time of application (unofficial transcripts acceptable at time of application).

• A complete application should include detailed information about education and work experience, with job titles, duties, dates, and licenses/certifications as applicable. Copies of licenses, transcripts, or certifications may be requested.
• Foreign-issued degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency (regionally accredited institutions or equivalent). More information at NACES.

Interview: Selected candidates must prepare and present an interactive theory lesson and a 10-minute simulated teaching demonstration, in person or online.

EEO/AA: MATC is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer; we do not discriminate on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category. Reasonable accommodations will be provided. For accommodations, contact 414-297-6529 or email jobs@matc.edu. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.