Salary: $20.96 - $26.20 Hourly
Location : Mequon, WI
Job Type: Part-Time 43 Week
Job Number: 2023-04746
Division: Retention & Completion
Department: Child Care Services
Opening Date: 01/19/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Supplemental Information: None
Application Requirements: Along with your completed application please upload a resume and copy of your unofficial educational transcripts. Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Typing "See Resume" in lieu of application completion will not be acceptable.
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 shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.
Three (3) part-time vacancies at our Mequon location.
This is 43 week academic year position which typically runs from mid- August through mid-May.
Under the leadership of Coordinator, Child Care Services, assists in the plans, organization, and operational activities of the instructional process providing general support in classroom settings for infants, toddlers and pre-school children. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment, creativity and ingenuity to analyze and to resolve problems. Day-to-day supervision is general in nature with work performed within established objectives; planning and arranging of work requires the use of a variety of procedures. Unusual situations or problems are referred to the supervisor for advice. Works closely with other professionals in a team approach.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Duties listed may vary in terms of relative importance, and others may be added or eliminated as this position develops. In addition, specific positions within this job title may have minor variations in duties.

• Monitors, plans and prepares instructional activities and provides general assistance to students in the learning situation of the child development center; plans age-appropriate curriculum, including the development of lesson plans.
• Plans and prepares curriculum and materials for learning activities as required; observes and evaluates students enrolled in the Child Development Program.
• Implements curriculum that provides for the developmental interests and abilities of the children; facilitates children's successful completion of tasks by providing support, focused attention, physical proximity, and verbal encouragement.
• Responds quickly and directly to children's needs, desires, and messages; adapts responses to children's differing styles and abilities.
• Keeps alert to signs of undue stress in children's behavior; keeps supervisor appraised of children who may be showing signs of physical, emotional, or developmental problems.
• Prepares exhibits and demonstrations for class presentations; sets up and operates record player, compact disks, VCR, and other specialized equipment related to the area of assignment.
• Keeps order in classrooms, labs, and other space assigned; maintains inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Keeps progress records, notes, inventories, and other data pertaining to the division; prepares related reports as required or assigned.
• Fosters cooperative interaction with other staff, students' parents, and student teachers.
• Participates in in-service training, workshops, and other educational activities as required or assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications
Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirements, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.
Required Education : Associate or Technical degree or 60 credits in a related field.
Preferred Education : Bachelor's degree is preferred.
Required Experience : One (1) to three (3) years of progressive experience child care teaching.
Preferred Experience : More than three (3) years of relevant experience.
Required License/Certification :

• Wisconsin Administrator's Credential - Registry Level 12- Certificate must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.
• CPR certified- Current or obtained within 3 months of hire date.
• Shaken Baby Prevention Certificate- Current or provided at the time of hire.
• Mandated Reporter Training- Current or provided at the time of hire.

Preferred License/Certification : None.
COMPETENCIES

• Cultivates innovation
• Optimizes work processes
• Ensures accountability
• Collaborates
• Interpersonal savvy
• Communicates effectively
• Instills trust
• Customer focus
• Action oriented
• Values differences
• Self-development
• Compassion

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of child development stages and best practices in teaching.
• Ability to relate to children from diverse multi-cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Working knowledge of health and safety standards as they apply to children in child care centers.
• Alertness and judgement to detect and prevent situations to possible injury or death.
• Knowledge and skilled at curriculum and lesson plan implementation.
• Effective discipline and classroom management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, staff, and the general public.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended amounts of time.
• Ability to follow and understand oral and written instructions and to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Proficient ability to use computers and software specific to position, including spreadsheets and the Internet.
• Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision and to provide a leadership role to others.
• Must meet minimum State of Wisconsin licensing requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must satisfactorily complete pre-employment requirements, which include a TB health screen and criminal background check.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs., carry, and push up to 30 lbs. and ability pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs and a ladder and maintain balance.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, see, hear and speak.
• Sitting/Standing/Walking: 40% of time spent sitting, 35% of time standing, and 25% of time walking.

MATC is an AA/EEO employer and committed to workplace diversity. Excellence through cultural diversity, we strongly encourage people of all racial/ethnic backgrounds to apply.
Supplemental Information
Start Date:
Three (3) part-time positions are now available. This is a 43 week (academic year only i.e. mid-August - mid-May) ONLY position.
Hours/Location:
Up to 19 hours weekly, in-person
Flexible hour to meet the needs of the Child Care Services area. Primarily based out of the Mequon Campus location.
Hourly Rate :
Salary is listed to the midpoint of the salary range and is based on the 2023/2024 rates and are determined by years of experience credit and internal salary equity.
Application Materials and Requirements:
Along with your completed application please upload a resume and copy of your unofficial educational transcripts. Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Typing "See Resume" in lieu of application completion will not be acceptable. Salary determination will be based on years of credited experience that is listed on the job application only so please include complete work history.
Interviews:
Selected qualified candidates will be invited to virtually interview for this position on a date to be determined.
Employee Benefits at a Glance - PART-TIME STAFF SUPPORT; employees pay a higher percentage of the premium than full-time employees.
HEALTH INSURANCE: MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types:
1- UMR High Level PPO
2- UMR Low Level PPO
Note : All medical plans include Prescription Drug benefits at no additional costs to employees.
DENTAL INSURANCE: MATC offers a traditional group dental plan through Delta Dental.
Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and orthodontics for dependents up to age 19.
GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: MATC offers group life insurance benefits through Symetra Provident Insurance with active assignment and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is $15,000. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS: If you are employed for greater than 12 months and meet the minimum hours requirement for participation in the WRS pension system, you will be notified of your eligibility. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.8%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.8% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employee's behalf.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING PLANS: MATC offers eligible employees the opportunity to participate in both Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts administered through UMR.
SICK LEAVE BENEFITS: Sick leave hours granted based on hours worked in summary from 8/15 of previous year through 8/14 of current year. The maximum hours accumulation is 640 hours.
VACATION BENEFITS: Vacation hours granted based on hours worked summary from 3/15 of previous year through 3/14 of current year (Not available for Instructors)
PAID HOLIDAYS: MATC offers paid/flex holidays based on position.
MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution and complies with all requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act.
01

Do you have an Associate or Technical degree or 60 credits in a related field?(Please attach a copy of unofficial educational transcript to application)

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of progressive work experience in child care teaching do you have?

• No experience
• Less than one (1) year
• 1 year to 3 years
• More than 3 years of experience

03

Do you have a Mandated Reporter Training certification?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a Shaken Baby Prevention Certificate?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you currently hold a Basic Life Support (CPR) certification?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have experience working with diverse populations? (Examples: AmeriCorps, Military Experience, the Peace Corps, Public Allies, Vista Volunteers of America etc.)?

• Yes
• No

07

(INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please specifically describe how your previous or current duties/experience relates to this position. (External candidates type N/A)
Required Question