Job Description Responsibilities: • Create a strong visual impression in-store, aligning with the IKEA brand. • Construct and prepare in-store media to showcase product ranges and maintain the IKEA visual identity. • Minimize environmental impact by efficiently using resources, maximizing recycling and reuse of materials. To achieve these goals, you will work closely with colleagues to ensure a cohesive and engaging customer experience that reflects our brand's values. You will also have opportunities to develop your skills and expertise in areas such as visual merchandising and sustainability. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and contributing to a more sustainable future, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at IKEA.
See More Details >>Position Summary Mid-State Technical College is establishing a pool of qualified, part-time instructor candidates to transform lives by teaching in the Carpenter Apprenticeship program. The part-time instructor pool is used to select part-time instructors that most closely meet the needs for particular courses and assignments. Part-Time instructors are hired on a per course basis. This position is part-time meeting two days per month during the academic semester at the Wisconsin Rapids campus. Work hours may vary from a traditional daytime schedule and can include both day and evening classes. Courses may be taught in both a classroom setting and/or a general lab setting. This pool will close in mid 2024. If you are not contacted by this time and you are still interested in employment with Mid-State, you are welcome to apply for future employment postings. Duties & Responsibilities Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction of assigned courses using a variety of teaching methods to facilitate the learning of students. Depending on program/discipline, courses may be taught in the classroom, lab/shop, outdoor locations, clinical sites, and/or online and may include day and/or evening classes. Responsible for the development, updating, revision, and maintenance of program/discipline curriculum and instructional materials. Responsible for classroom management including maintaining accurate student attendance and grade reports as well as maintaining a clean, organized environment with an emphasis on safety. Responsible for the assessment, documentation, and enhancement of student learning by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting attainment of learning outcomes; and related records maintenance. Establish and maintain positive, professional, and collaborative relationships with internal and external partners including co-workers, employers, area high schools, and professional organizations. Maintain professional/technical knowledge and skills including currency in assigned discipline, required occupational certification/licensing, and instructional technology/delivery methods. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Completion of Journey-Level Carpentry Apprenticeship and a minimum of two years (4,000 hours) of recent related occupational experience OR Bachelor's Degree with two years of verifiable related occupational experience OR seven years (14,000 hours) of verifiable related occupational experience. 2 years (4,000 hours) of recent, related occupational experience outside the field of education. Prior teaching experience preferred, but not required. Must be able to demonstrate good organizational skills, positive interpersonal skills, and excellent communication skills in educating adult learners. Must embrace Mid-State's "core values" of student centeredness, commitment, accountability, respect, integrity, and exceptional service. Compensation & Benefits Compensation is dependent upon experience and qualifications. There are no benefits associated with this position. How To Apply To be considered for future adjunct opportunities, you must complete an online application. You should have the following information available when completing an application: • Contact information (addresses, phone numbers) • Employment History • Education • Electronic copy of resume and/or transcripts Application materials submitted via mail, fax, email, or in-person will not be considered. Incomplete applications or applications noting "See Resume" will not be considered. Equal Opportunity Mid-State Technical College, an equal opportunity employer and educator, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or other applicable legislated categories, in its services, employment programs, and/or its educational programs and activities, including but not limited to admission, treatment, and access. Mid-State Technical College provides reasonable accommodations to assist persons with disabilities to access or participate in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: VP-Human Resources, 32nd Street N, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494, Phone: 715-422-5325. Optimize Your Online Application Experience Below you will find a few technical tips to help ensure a positive and successful online application experience: • Be sure to fill in each field in the application. You will receive an error message at the time of submission and your application will not be submitted if each required field is not filled in. • Avoid clicking the back, forward, or refresh buttons while applying. Doing so will interfere with the submission and may result in data loss. • Clear your browser's temporary files/cache and cookies prior to beginning the application. • Disable pop-up blockers. • Do not bookmark or favorite the application. Navigate to the careers site each time you wish to access your saved/submitted application. • Your application session will remain open for 24 hours assuming you do not close your browser. To ensure submission, complete the application process within that time frame. • The following browsers are currently supported: Internet Explorer 9, 10, 11 Firefox Google Chrome Safari • The following operating systems are currently supported: Windows 7 and 8, both 32-bit and 64-bit, as well as Mac OS 10.6 and greater. If you experience issues in submitting your online application, please contact Human Resources at 715.422.5351.
See More Details >>Salary: $59,420.00 - $76,971.00 Annually Location : Multi-Campus, WI Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 2025-05202 Division: Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation Pathway Department: Aeronautics (402) Opening Date: 03/28/2025 Closing Date: Continuous Application Requirements: All applicants internal and external must complete a thorough online application. Salary determination will be based on years of credited experience that is listed on the job application only so please include complete work history. Proof of completed apprenticeship is required at the time of application. In addition, please attach an updated a cover letter. 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. 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 . Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities Develops and teaches concepts and strategies for a variety of courses. May require teaching courses at MATC campuses, business, community, 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 discipline. • 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 advisory committee in 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 field. • Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Educational Requirements: • Must have one of the following: • Completion of a carpentry or woodworking registered apprenticeship OR • Technical diploma in carpentry, cabinet making, or woodworking OR • at least 60 completed college credits Occupational Experience: • Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of full-time or equivalent (14,000 hours) experience as a carpenter, cabinet maker, or woodworker. • In addition, at least one of the following must be met: • At least one (1) year of work experience must have occurred within the last five (5) years OR • Two years of teaching carpentry course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years (one year of teaching experience is equivalent to (2) semesters full-time or four (4) 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 • 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 Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway and is available to start as soon as possible in the current semester (April/May 2025) or in the fall semester (August 2025). There are no Carpentry classes during the summer. HoursThis is a full-time faculty positionand will require teaching courses at MATC campuses in-person during the day, evening, and/or weekend. Hours and location are based on enrollment and departmental need. Modality: In-Person in Milwaukee. WI. Employees will conduct all work hours in the State of Wisconsin, performing work outside the state is strictly prohibited. Application Materials: (Anything required to determine credentialing) • Resume • Unofficial Transcripts Salary: Salary is listed to the midpoint of the salary range and is based on the 2024/2025 rates and are determined by years of experience credit and internal salary equity. InterviewsSelected candidates will be invited to virtually interview for this position and will be notified after the posting closes. Information regarding the second round of interviews will be provided to selected candidates. 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. Health Insurance • MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types: • Low Deductible PPO • High Deductible PPO • Upon selection, the coverage begins the first of the month following start date. You will have 30 days from your start date to enroll. • MATC contributes a generous percentage towards medical insurance premium. • Both medical plans include prescription drug coverage at no additional cost to employees. • Employees are offered an option to enroll in a Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with the selection of the Low Deductible PPO plan. • Employees are offered an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) with the selection of the High Deductible PPO plan with employer contributions. Dental Insurance • MATC offers a group dental plan through Delta Dental. • Upon selection, the dental insurance plan coverage begins the first of the month following start date. • Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and has an orthodontic benefit for dependents up to age 19. Vision Insurance • MATC offers a group vision plan through Superior Vision..Upon selection, the vision insurance plan coverage begins the first of the month following start date. • Plan covers eye exam, frames, lenses and contact lenses. Group Life Insurance • MATC offers group term life insurance benefits through Madison National Life Insurance Company effective the first of the month of start date and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is based upon the employee's annual earnings rounded to the higher $1,000.00. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death. • Supplemental Life Insurance is also available at group rates for employees, spouses, and dependents to purchase. Long-Term Disability • MATC offers long-term disability insurance through Madison National Life Company after 30 days of employment and is fully paid for by the College. Benefits provided are equal to 66 2/3% of base monthly earnings. Flexible Spending Accounts • MATC offers two types of Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): • Health Care FSA • Dependent Care FSA • This type of benefit allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars per calendar year for a variety of medical, dental, and vision expenses (for a Health Care FSA) and for day care expenses for children under 13 or family members that are dependent on you for more than half their support (for a Dependent Care FSA) up to a maximum amount. Retirement Savings • Regular full-time employees of MATC who are hired for greater than 12 months become members of the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)'s pension system as of day one of employment. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.9%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.9% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employee's behalf. Contribution rates are subject to change annually as set by the State. • In addition to the WRS pension account, employees may enroll in other optional retirement savings plan such as a 403(b) account or a 457 account on a pre-tax or post-tax basis. Sick Leave • MATC offers employees a generous sick leave plan per year. • Each employee may accumulate up to 165 days of full sick leave with an unlimited accumulation of half pay sick leave. Vacation • MATC offers a vacation policy to employees for the purpose of rest and relaxation. • Vacation is earned at a generous rate each year of employment. (Not available for Instructors) Paid & Flexible (Floating) Holidays • MATC offers 12 paid holidays for non-Faculty positions and 7 paid holidays for Faculty positions. • MATC provides two flexible (floating) holidays per employee per year. (Not available for Instructors). Tuition Benefits: • Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement and waiver after completing probationary period. • Amount allowed per fiscal year is 18 credits at MATC or $1,400 at other accredited institutions. 01 Which of the following do you possess? (Please upload documentation to support your answer at time of submission.) • Carpentry, cabinet making, or woodworking registered apprenticeship completion certification • Technical diploma in carpentry or woodworking • 60 college credits • None of the above 02 How many years of full-time occupational experience do you have in carpentry, cabinet making, or woodworking? Please note that 2 years of part-time experience equals 1 year of full-time experience. • Less than 2 years • 2 to 4 years • 5 to 6 years • 7 or more years 03 Are you available to begin teaching during the spring semester (April or May 2025 start)? If so, please list days and hours of availability for teaching. If not, write n/a. 04 (INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please list all positions previously and currently held at the college. (External applicants type N/A) Required Question
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a carpenter in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $1,511 in the construction sector. In Wisconsin Rapids, WI, carpenters can expect to earn an average of $777 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $100,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and local training programs provide pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
