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Instructor, Music Occupations (Part-Time)
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Position Number: 5791803
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Music

Instructor, Music Occupations (Part-Time)

Salary: $40.00 - $70.00 Hourly
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2024-05065
Closing: 11/30/2024
Location: Multi-Campus, WI
Division: Creative Arts, Design & Media Pathway

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.

Develops and teaches concepts and strategies for a variety of music courses. May require teaching courses at MATC campuses, business, community, and other sites, and online during the day, evening, and/or weekend. Related duties include participation in department and advisory meetings, department and college functions, course and curriculum development in both traditional and non-traditional formats, online courses, staff development, conduct open labs (if/when necessary), student advising, student outcome assessment and quality review assessment and implementation, student organization involvement, recruitment and retention of students, and other duties as assigned**. Required to keep current with the latest trends and technologies in the discipline.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Delivery Prepare and deliver engaging instruction in accordance with established curriculum guidelines.

Classroom/Laboratory Management Manage classroom/laboratory environments to ensure a conducive learning atmosphere.

Curriculum Development Develop, monitor, and revise curriculum to maintain course effectiveness and relevance.

Resource Management Manage equipment, supplies, and materials necessary for instructional activities.

Student Assessment Assess student performance and provide constructive feedback to support their academic growth.

Student Advising Advises students on academic matters and provides guidance to support their educational journey.

Collaboration: Collaborate with advisory committees, colleagues, and industry partners to enhance program effectiveness.

Meeting Participation Attend departmental and institutional meetings to contribute to academic planning and decision-making.

Promotion and Recruitment Promote educational programs, participate in student recruitment efforts, and support initiatives to retain students.

Student Support Support student organizations and activities to enrich their educational experience.

Industry Engagement Develop and maintain relationships with business and industry partners to facilitate student opportunities and program growth.

Evaluation and Professional Development Complete program evaluations, engage in continuous professional development, and stay current in the field.

Additional Duties Perform other related duties as assigned to support the overall mission and objectives of the institution.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:
Option 1: Bachelor's degree or higher in a Music-related field such as Music Performance, Music Education, Music Theory, Music Composition, Music Conducting, Music Business, Music Industry, or Music Recording/Production.
Option 2: Associate degree in a Music-related field with at least 3 years (6,000 hours) of related occupational experience.

Occupational Experience: Two years full-time (4,000 hours) in a Music-related occupation, such as performing, conducting, studio teaching, editing, transcribing, composing, arranging, recording, mixing, mastering, music retail, or music/audio production.
Additional Requirement One of the following must be met:

One year of experience within the last five years.
Two years of teaching Music-related coursework at the post-secondary level within the last five years.
(One year of teaching is equivalent to two semesters full-time or four semesters part-time.)

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, and Assessment of Student Learning Professional Contributions

Essential Technology Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook), Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system, and 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

This position is a part-time faculty pool position. Assignments and schedule will depend on course availability.

Application Materials: Transcripts for all degrees earned from an accredited institution showing the degree awarded/conferred date. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

A complete application entails providing thorough details, including personal information, educational background, and comprehensive work experience. This should include specific job positions held, duties performed, dates of employment, and any relevant licenses or certifications. Additionally, candidates may be required to attach copies of licenses, transcripts or certifications. It's crucial to ensure all aspects of the application are thoroughly completed.

Interview As part of the interview process, selected candidates are required to prepare and present a 5-10 minute interactive theory lesson and simulated teaching demonstration which may be conducted in-person or online.

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

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/matc/jobs/4705381/instructor-music-occupations-part-time