Adjunct Faculty, Mathematics (Fall 2025)

Dominican University; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Dominican University is seeking adjunct faculty in mathematics to teach various introductory courses. Responsibilities include preparing course materials, grading assignments, and meeting with students. The position is part-time and contingent upon enrollment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mathematics or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory level mathematics courses.
• Hold weekly office hours for students.
• Administer evaluations and submit required paperwork.

Education

Master’s degree in Mathematics or a related field

Job description

Position Available: August 2025

FLSA Status: Exempt (salary)

Job Status: Part-time Faculty (non-tenure track)

Position Summary:

Dominican University invites applications for adjunct faculty in mathematics. Responsibilities include teaching introductory level course(s) and holding an office hour each week.

Instructors are sought on a rolling basis in anticipation of future program needs. There is no start date or deadline for applications; candidates may be contacted regarding their interest in future opportunities as they arise. Adjunct Faculty appointments are per semester and contingent upon enrollment.

Instructors are sought for the following courses:

Math 090: Basic Skills in Mathematics: The fundamental operations with integers, rational numbers, and real numbers; basic algebra. This course is a developmental course and will not count toward the semester hours required for graduation.

Math 120: Intermediate Algebra: Polynomial and rational expressions; solving linear, quadratic, and rational equations; applications; graphing techniques; and systems of linear equations.

Math 130: College Algebra: Expressions and equations; inequalities; graphing techniques; functions: linear, quadratic, power, absolute value, exponential, and logarithmic; applications.

Math 211: Principles of Statistics: Design of experiments, numerical and graphical data description, discrete and continuous probability, expected value and variance of a random variable, probability distributions, estimation, and statistical hypothesis testing.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Mathematics or a related field.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in teaching introductory mathematics courses.
  
  
  

Responsibilities:

Adjunct faculty are responsible for the following:

• Adhere to the university policies, procedures, and university calendar with respect to reporting information to university offices.
• Administer student evaluation and timely and accurately submitting the required paperwork related to instruction, including grades and course evaluations.
• Grade weekly assignments, respond to student emails and phone calls promptly, and provide feedback in a timely manner.
• Prepare course materials, including writing test questions and delivering assignments appropriate to the subject matter.
• Meet with students and host office hours.
• Adhere to the goals and objectives of the course, as guided by the Department Chair.
  
  
  

To Apply:

Dominican University will accept applications for this position until it is filled. Please submit a (1) cover letter, (2) CV/resume, including a list of references, and (3) a one to two-page teaching philosophy statement.

Official transcripts will be required of finalists; submission instructions will be provided to applicants as necessary.

Physical Demands

• Ability to spend moderate durations of the workday standing or walking around
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times
  
  
  

Salary and FLSA Status

• Salary: $1,000 - $3,500. The actual pay is determined based on credentials, experience, course level, and credit hours.
• FLSA Status: Exempt, Part-Time
  
  
  

Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.

About Dominican University

Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.

Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.

Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.

Expectations for all Dominican Employees

To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a supportive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.

Institutional Statement

Dominican University is committed to fostering a supportive academic community that provides access and opportunity for all our students.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal and state employment regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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