Instructor, Traffic Safety (Part-Time)

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

Only those who meet all of the base minimum requirements listed below will be considered.

MINIMUM Educational Requirements and Licensure Requirements to Teach Any Traffic Safety Courses:

• High School diploma/GED or higher
• Current driving record within acceptable standards of DOT (Department of Transportation) and Wisconsin DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) standard.

MINIMUM Occupational Experience to Teach the Following Courses:
General Traffic Safety Class:

• At least two (2) years (4000 hours) of occupational experience, or a comparable amount of experience and education in the area of traffic safety or a related field, such as driver education, law enforcement, fleet safety management, or experience in a safety related position with the division of motor vehicles.

Group Dynamics:  Must meet at least TWO of the following THREE requirements below: 

• Traffic Safety - At least two (2) years (4,000 hours) of occupational experience, or a comparable amount of experience and education in the area of traffic safety or a related field, such as driver education, law enforcement, fleet safety management, or experience in a safety related position with the division of motor vehicles.
• Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) At least two (2) years (4000 hours) of occupational experience or a comparable amount of experience and education in the area of AODA counseling, education, or treatment or related fields, such as Student Assistance Program director or employee assistance program director.
• Group Process - At least two (2) years (4000 hours) occupational experience in group process work or group counseling as a treatment or education professional. 

Multiple Offender:  Must meet Group Dynamics Occupation experience above plus: 

• Qualify to teach at least three (3) group dynamics courses in their entirety OR;
• Education - Bachelor's degree or higher in Guidance counseling, Psychology, Behavioral Studies or Social Work.
  1. Must meet Group Dynamics Occupation experience (see Trans 106.07) 
  2. Qualify to teach at least three (3) group dynamics courses in their entirety, OR;
  3. Bachelor's degree or higher in Guidance counseling, Psychology, Behavioral Studies or Social Work.

Minimum Industry or Vender Certification to Teach the Following Courses:
 General Traffic Safety: 

• Proof of one college semester or 45-hours in Traffic Safety or Accident Prevention studies
• Certification in General Traffic Safety is preferred at time of hire OR have completed at least 13 (thirteen) hours of observation over a three-week period. 

Group Dynamics

• Traffic Safety - Proof of one college semester or 45-hours in Traffic safety studies or accident prevention 
• AODA - Proof of 45 hours in an accredited college level course in the area of AODA education or treatment.
• Group Process - Proof of 45 hours in an accredited college level course in the area of group work methods, group counseling or group process.
• Certification in Group Dynamics is preferred at time of hire OR be able to complete 21 hours of observation in 4-6 weeks from start date.

Multiple Offender - Certification of Multiple Offender is preferred at time of hire OR be able to complete 33 hours of observation within one year of start date.

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 Self-Service or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
• Blackboard Ultra - 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 Community Education Division and is available to start during our Spring 2025 semester- mid January.

Hours:/Location: This is a part-time pool position and the number of hours and shift worked per week will vary based on course load and departmental need. This in-person teaching position will be at various campuses locations.

.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 virtually interview for this position and will be notified.

Applications:  All applicants (internal and external) must complete a thorough online application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Qualification determination will be based on years of credited experience listed on the job application only so please include complete work history. Unofficial transcripts are required at the time of application. Official transcripts will be required if a candidate is selected for the position.