Adjunct Associate Professor Mathematics

San Joaquin Delta College; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Professor specializing in Mathematics and Statistics to teach classes and support students. The candidate must demonstrate knowledge in equity-minded practices to promote diverse learning environments.

This role includes conducting classes, advising students, evaluating progress, and maintaining student records. Master’s in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics is required, and experience in innovative teaching methods is desirable.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics; OR Bachelor’s and Master’s in Statistics, Physics, or Mathematics Education.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching strategies.
• Experience teaching in various settings including online and large lectures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and organize classes to meet educational requirements.
• Advise and assist students in achieving course objectives.
• Select instructional materials that support equity-minded education.
• Maintain necessary records of student progress.

Skills

Sensitivity to diversity

Ability to adapt teaching strategies

Experience teaching Mathematics

Innovative teaching techniques

Education

Master’s in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics

Bachelor’s in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics

Master’s in Statistics or Physics or Mathematics Education

Job description

Description

Under the general supervision of the assigned TrAC Dean, the Professor will teach classes primarily in the Mathematics and Statistics discipline(s). The successful candidate will provide evidence of knowledge and understanding of the racial, socioeconomic, and academic diversity within community college populations; the candidate also will show knowledge and understanding of how these factors relate to the need for equity-minded and culturally-responsive practices in the community college setting.

Responsibilities and Duties

Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Conduct and organize classes at the instructional level to meet the educational requirements stated in the course description and the course information outlines.
2. Advise and assist students in achieving stated course objectives and student learning outcomes.
3. Evaluate the progress of each student; connect students to appropriate campus-support services.
4. Select textbooks, audiovisual, and other instructional materials that support the learning environment and are reflective of the college's mission of equity-minded education.
5. Maintain currency in your field.
6. Maintain necessary records of student enrollment, attendance, progress, and grades; prepare and submit required reports to the administration.
7. Report to management any condition that might jeopardize the health or safety of students or the public.
8. Be familiar with and act in accordance with the Education Code and San Joaquin Delta Community College District policies and procedures.
9. Plan and complete approved professional development flex activities each semester/year.
10. Perform other necessary duties as specified in the faculty contract and outlined in Board Policy.
11. Instruct courses in Mathematics and Statistics in accordance with credit course outlines approved by the Board of Trustees.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s in mathematics or applied mathematics. OR Bachelor’s in either of the above. AND Master’s in statistics, physics, or mathematics education OR the equivalent.

* Note: Applicants applying under the “equivalent” provision must attach details and explain how their academic preparation is the equivalent of the degrees listed above.

Desirable Qualifications

• Demonstrated sensitivity to race, ethnicity, color, religious creed, sex, gender expression, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior contact with the criminal legal system, or any other basis prohibited by law.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching strategies and techniques to different student abilities, learning styles, cultures, and groups mentioned above.
• Demonstrated experience teaching in a variety of settings, including but not limited to online, dual enrollment, and large lectures. A willingness to develop and utilize instructional materials, including lectures and labs for multiple modalities.
• Ability to use innovative and creative teaching techniques (lecture and labs) and equipment such as multimedia hardware, current applications, learning management systems, and online instructional strategies.
• Experience in teaching postsecondary courses in Mathematics.