Adjunct Assistant/Associate/Professor (Open Rank): Math Mentor, USC Mathematics Instructional Added Authorization (MIAA)

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 107,000; Part time

Job summary

USC Rossier School of Education seeks a Math Mentor for the Mathematics Instructional Added Authorization (MIAA) program. This two‑semester adjunct appointment involves 16 weeks per semester, supporting teacher candidates in mathematics pedagogy and equity, with online collaboration and mentorship across coursework.

The role requires a minimum of five years’ full‑time K–12 math teaching, CA credential or equivalent, and strong leadership in math education.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of full‑time K–12 mathematics teaching experience.
• Strong background in mathematics content and pedagogy across elementary and middle school grades.
• Demonstrated mathematics leadership experience in a school or district setting.
• Experience mentoring teachers, supporting adult learners, coaching educators, and supervising fieldwork.
• California Clear Credential in Foundational Mathematics or Single Subject Mathematics with English Learner Authorization.
• Experience using online platforms (Zoom and LMS).
• Strong written and oral communication skills and commitment to educational equity.
• Preferred: terminal degree such as PhD or EdD in education or mathematics education.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to teacher candidates in the MIAA program.
• Mentor candidates across coursework and fieldwork; guide analysis of student work and instructional decisions.
• Collaborate with faculty and program staff to promote candidate success.
• Engage candidates through online platforms (Zoom, LMS) and maintain regular communication.

Skills

K-12 math teaching

Mathematics leadership

Mentoring teachers

Online platforms

Equity in math

Communication skills

Education

California Clear Credential

EL Authorization

Job description

The mission of the USC Rossier School of Education is to prepare leaders to achieve educational equity through practice, research and policy. We work to improve learning opportunities and outcomes in urban settings and to address disparities that affect historically marginalized groups. We teach our students to value and respect the cultural context of the communities in which they work and to interrogate the systems of power that shape policies and practices. Through innovative thinking and research, we strive to solve the most in‑tractable educational problems.

Adjunct Faculty: USC reserves the “Adjunct Faculty” appointment for faculty teaching less than full‑time at USC, who are employed full‑time in a primary profession or career else‑where. Adjunct faculty may teach one class each semester (summer, fall and spring).

The Math Mentor in the USC Mathematics Instructional Added Authorization (MIAA) program provides instructional and candidate support as a knowledgeable practitioner in mathematics teaching and learning. This is a two‑semester appointment consisting of 16 weeks of work in each semester. The Math Mentor works closely with teacher candidates across MIAA coursework to support their development of mathematics content knowledge, pedagogical content knowledge, and equitable instructional practices. The selected mentor will engage with candidates through online platforms, including Zoom and the Learning Management System; provide guidance on assignments and fieldwork‑related learning; and support candidates in analyzing student work, reflecting on instructional decisions, and connecting course concepts to classroom practice. The Math Mentor will maintain regular communication with candidates and collaborate with faculty and program staff to promote candidate success and continuous program improvement. Required Qualifications Candidates must have: A minimum of five years of successful full‑time K–12 mathematics teaching experience in diverse school settings. A strong background in mathematics content and mathematics pedagogy across elementary and middle school grades, including number concepts, algebraic reasoning, rational‑number and proportional reasoning, geometric reasoning, and probability, data analysis, and statistics. Demonstrated mathematics leadership experience in a school or district setting, such as service as a Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA), instructional coach, mathematics specialist, teacher leader, department chair, curriculum lead, program lead, or administrator. Experience mentoring teachers, supporting adult learners, coaching educators, facilitating professional learning, supervising fieldwork, and/or supporting teacher candidates in mathematics teaching and learning. A California Clear Credential in Foundational Mathematics or Single Subject Mathematics with English Learner Authorization, or an equivalent credential. Current knowledge of California’s adopted P–12 mathematics content standards, frameworks, and accountability systems. Demonstrated skill in supporting candidates’ analysis of student work and student thinking; planning of responsive and equitable mathematics instruction; and reflection on instructional decisions. Experience using online learning platforms, including Zoom and a Learning Management System. Strong written and oral communication skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse candidates, school communities, faculty, and program partners. A demonstrated commitment to advancing educational equity in mathematics teaching and learning. Preferred Qualifications An earned terminal degree, such as a PhD or EdD, in education, mathematics education, curriculum and instruction, or a closely related field.

Salary range is $4800 to $6200 for 80 hours over 16 weeks.

When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.