Instructor, Surgical Technician (Full-Time)

Salary: $59,420.00 - $82,821.00 Annually
Location : 700 W State Street, Milwaukee, WI
Job Type: Full-Time - School Year
Job Number: 2026-05659
Division: Healthcare Pathway
Department: Surgical Technologist (512)
Opening Date: 05/27/2026
Closing Date: 6/11/2026 10:00 PM Central
Supplemental Information: See Below.
Application Requirements: All applicants internal and external must complete a thorough online application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please submit copies of transcripts from an accredited institution for all conferred degrees obtained to be considered. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Official transcripts will be required if a candidate is selected for the position.


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

Under the supervision of the Dean or designee, to teach classroom, laboratory and clinical courses in Surgical Technology program to associate degree level students. Related duties include development and teaching of all surgical technology program courses. Duties also include ordering supplies and equipment maintenance, conducting and supervising clinical learning experiences, evaluating student achievement, assisting in the development of curriculum, helping to formulate departmental policy and procedures, evaluating program effectiveness, developing strategies to enhance student achievement, participation in divisional and departmental activities, developing a program budget and other duties as assigned.

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 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.
• Professional self-starter with team motivated abilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Educational Requirements:

Must meet the following:

1. A minimum of a Bachelor's degree or higher in any field is required.
2. Must have graduated from an accredited Surgical Technology program which meets the requirements of the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Preferred : Associate's Degree in applied science preferred.

Occupational Requirements:

Must have a minimum of two (2) years full-time (4,000 hours) of work experience as an occupational Surgical Technologist. In addition, one of the following must be met:

1. At least two (2) years of work experience must have occurred within the last five (5) years.


OR

2. Two (2) years of teaching Surgical Technology course work at the post-secondary level within the last five (5) years.
(One (1) year of teaching experience is equivalent two (2) semesters full-time or four (4) semesters part-time - per State of Wisconsin Legislature Administrative Code TCS3 3. 04)
Industry Certification Required:


Must hold current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) and/or current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist/Certified Surgical First Assistant (CST/CSFA) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
Additional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques.
• Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards (if applicable).
• Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds.
• Teaching - Must embrace and demonstrate the MATC Career Essentials and Standards of Teaching Excellence 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 (GroupWise, Outlook, Gmail...)
• Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
• Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

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 (i.e. social networking applications).
• (Optional) Distance Learning Instruction - Experience with on-line, two-way video, ITV, and other methods of distance learning instruction.

Healthcare Pathway Pre-employment Requirements:

Must satisfactorily complete health screen requirements for the Healthcare Pathway, which include a criminal background check, drug test, and verification of immunizations.
Supplemental Information
Start Date: This position supports the Healthcare Pathway and is available to start in the fall semester- August 10, 2026.


Hours: This position is full-time. Full-time faculty are assigned a minimum workload of 32 hours per week. Course load and schedule will depend on course availability. Work schedule could include in person, online, hybrid, daytime, evening, and weekend teaching assignments. All work must be conducted in the state of Wisconsin.

Salary: Full-time faculty salary position is determined based on the individual's education and years of relevant experience and is assigned to the appropriate salary class and step in accordance with the applicable salary schedule. Compensation is prorated based on start date.

Application Materials & Requirements: Please follow these steps.

1. Complete the Employment Application in its Entirety

You must provide thorough and detailed information for all sections of the application form. An incomplete application will not be considered.

2. Attach All Required Documents (At Time of Application)

• Cover Letter
• Resume

2. Attach All Required Documents (At Time of Application)

You must upload copies of all required credentials with your application (pdf format is ideal).

• Proof of Education: Unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned from an accredited institution. The transcripts must show the degree awarded and the date it was conferred.
• Proof of Credentials: Copies of any professional licenses and/or certifications required by the position.

3. Please note: a resume is not an acceptable alternative to a fully completed application.

?? A Note for Applicants with Foreign Credentials

Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents prior to applying at Milwaukee Area Technical College and must be attached to the online job application. A detailed course by course, foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course work is used to meet any credential requirement, even if the foreign course work has been accepted by a college or university in the United States

3. Requirements Prior to Start Date (If Hired)

If an offer of employment is made and accepted, you will be required to provide the following documents before your first day:

• Official Transcripts
• Completed Verification of Employment Form if applicable (if applicable).

Interview: As part of the interview process, selected candidates are required to prepare and present an interactive theory lesson and simulated teaching demonstration lasting 10 minutes of the overall interview time, which may be conducted in-person or virtually.

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. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email View email address on click.appcast.io.
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


Do you have an Associate's degree in Surgical Technology from an accredited program which meets the requirements of the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you hold current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) and/or current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist/Certified Surgical First Assistant (CFT/CSFA) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have either two years of work experience that has occurred within the last five years OR do you have two years of teaching surgical technology course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years.

• Yes
• No

04


How many years of full-time occupational experience do you have as a practicing Surgical Technologist in the last five years (Please note: 2 years part-time experience equals 1 year full-time experience)?

• Less than 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 6 years
• 6 or more years

05


(Current Internal Faculty Applicants ONLY)Are you past your initial faculty probationary period with MATC? This means two (2) academics semesters if you are currently a full-time faculty member OR four (4) academic semesters if you are a current part-time faculty member. (EXTERNAL APPLICANTS TYPE N/A)
06


(INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please list all positions previously and currently held at the college. (External applicants type N/A)
Required Question