Instructor, Horticulture (Part-Time) chez Milwaukee Area Technical College, WI

About the Department

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. 

Position Duties

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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

REQUIRED Minimum Educational and Occupational Experience (all listed conditions must be met)

• 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.  

• 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

• Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
• Classroom Management
• Planning/Organization
• Content Mastery and Currency
• Teaching Methodology
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Professional Contributions

• Email - Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook)
• Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
• Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google

• 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)

Other Qualifications

Start Date:  This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway and is available to start in January 2026.

.Hours:/Location   This is a part-time 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 location at our Mequon campus.

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 unless market conditions dictate otherwise.

Interviews  Selected qualified candidates will be invited to interview for this position and will be notified via email.

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 [email protected].