Adjunct Lecturer - Mathematics

Benedictine University; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 1,929,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Mental Health Support

EAP

Job summary

Benedictine University in Lisle, IL is seeking adjunct lecturers to teach 1-3 introductory mathematics courses each semester, including College Algebra and Calculus topics, with most classes in-person on campus.

Responsibilities include designing and delivering lectures and assignments, evaluating student work, and meeting with the department chair as needed; requires a Master’s in Mathematics or Math Education, with PhD preferred; 1-3 years teaching at undergraduate level preferred.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education required (or Masters with 18+ graduate coursework in mathematics).
• 1-3 years of undergraduate teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in assigned mathematics courses with lectures, homework, and in-class work.
• Answer emails and meet with students for help.
• Evaluate student work in a timely fashion.
• Communicate with Department Chair and course coordinator as needed.

Skills

Teaching

Mathematics instruction

Course design

Student support

Education

Master's in Mathematics

PhD preferred

Job description

Adjunct Lecturer - Mathematics

Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by theCatholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees whowill contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shapelives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth,welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.

Department: Mathematical and Computational Sciences

Rate: $1400 per contact hour (with a terminal degree) and $1200 per contact hour (without a terminal degree). This compensation is per contact hour and is subject to change based on class size.

Brief overview ofduties:Benedictine University is seekingexperienced and academically qualified adjunct instructors to teach 1-3introductory level mathematics lecture courses in Lisle, IL each semester.Common course offerings include College Algebra, College Trigonometry,Mathematics for Everyday Life, Mathematics for Elementary Teachers, andBusiness Calculus, with Calculus Statistics, and Discrete Mathematics offeredon an as-needed basis.

Most course offerings are in-person at our Lisle, IL campus, though occasional teaching opportunities may be available online. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach in-person at our Lisle, IL campus.

Essential job responsibilities:

• 1. Instruct students in assigned mathematics courses, including designing and delivering lecture materials, homework assignments, and in-class work.
• 2. Answer e-mails and meet with students as needed for help.
• 3. Evaluate student work in a timely fashion.
• 4. Communicate regularly with Department Chair and course coordinator as needed.

Required Qualifications:

Education: A Master’s Degree in Mathematics orMathematics Education (or a Master’s degree with at least 18 hours ofgraduate-only coursework in mathematics) is required. A Ph.D. in Mathematics orMathematics Education is preferred.

Experience: 1-3 years of teaching experience at the undergraduate level is preferred.

Candidates who are offered an adjunct faculty position at Benedictine University must present their Official Transcripts and Curriculum Vitae (CV) in order to be considered for the position.These items must be presented to Human Resources before the position starts.

Physical Requirements

Whileperforming the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talkor hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands totouch, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
This position requires the ability tooccasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
Use of computer screen, phone andcustomer service.
May require bending, or sitting for longperiods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include closevision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception andability to adjust focus.
The following of campus specificguidelines for pandemic protocols is required.

Training

As a University employee you arerequired to complete all University-specific and/or OSHA related training tofulfill your job duties. Specific training will be conducted online or inperson. Employees must complete all trainings required by BenedictineUniversity.

Part-Time Employee Benefits Package

We are pleased to offer the following benefits to support your health, well‑being, and professional growth. Please note that benefits are subject to change:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) : Paid Leave in accordance with State Law where applicable (IL – Paid Leave Act and AZ – Earned Paid Sick Time).
• Retirement Plans : Save for your future with our retirement Supplemental Retirement Savings.
• Mental Health Support : Access to counseling and resources for mental well‑being.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) : Confidential support for personal or work‑related challenges.

Benedictine University does not discriminate in its admissions or educationalpolicies, programs or activities; scholarship and loan programs; athletic andother University administered programs or employment practices on the basis ofrace, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability,military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any othercharacteristic protected by applicable law. The laws applicable to BenedictineUniversity include constitutional and statutory protections of the University'srights as a religiously sponsored institution. This policy of equalemployment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practicesincluding, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training andcompensation.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verifyidentity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete therequired employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Thefollowing of campus specific guidelines for pandemic protocols are required.

Benedictine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.