Adjunct Mathematics Lecturer

umd; Maryland; On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) seeks adjunct faculty in the Mathematics Department to teach undergraduate math courses on an as-needed basis. Ideal candidates are skilled educators who foster interactive, student-centered learning; for College Algebra, availability is four Thursdays each semester from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm (University hour).

Responsibilities include delivering engaging lectures, providing timely feedback, maintaining Canvas shells, and upholding grading policies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mathematics or related field.
• Experience teaching undergraduate mathematics.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to three in-person classes (per semester) of lower-level mathematics such as Intermediate Algebra, College Algebra, Trigonometry.
• Deliver engaging lectures, lead class discussions, and conduct teaching activities.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students on progress and performance.
• Accurately calculate and submit grades on time, including midterm and final grades.
• Maintain Canvas shell for class activities and uphold grading policies.

Skills

Teaching

Education

Master's degree in Mathematics

Job description

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement: Resumes are currently being accepted for the Adjunct Faculty-Mathematics position. Adjunct Faculty will teach classes in the Department of Mathematics on an as-needed basis. The ideal candidate will be a skillful and enthusiastic educator who is committed to interactive, student-centered teaching of undergraduate mathematics. Individuals teaching College Algebra will need to be available on four Thursdays from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm (the University hour) each semester. Individuals teaching lower-level mathematics courses will need to be available on the Saturday immediately following the last day of class for the common final exam. Excellent oral and written communication skills are an essential requirement for this position.

Benefits

• Generous benefits include medical, prescription, dental, and accidental death & dismemberment.


• The medical benefits are subject to subsidy restrictions based upon number of courses taught.


• Voluntary participation in supplemental retirement accounts (SRAs) to include TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide; participation in state sponsored MetLife life insurance and/or USM sponsored MetLife life insurance plan; long term disability insurance, and the employee assistance program.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to three (3) in-person classes (per semester) of lower-level mathematics: Intermediate Algebra, Applications of College Mathematics, Topics of Mathematical Literacy, College Algebra, and Trigonometry.


• Deliver engaging lectures, lead class discussions, and conduct other teaching activities.


• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students on their progress and performance.


• Accurately calculate and submit grades for all students on time (including midterm and final grades).


• Adhere to the assignment workload, due dates, grading policies, and other general requirements for the course as prescribed in the standardized syllabus.


• Update the required Canvas shell for the class and use it for required class activities.


• Maintain weekly office hours and answer emails or other communications in a timely fashion.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk.


• May require lifting up to 25 lbs.


• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally.


• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Preferences

• A master’s degree or higher in Mathematics or a related field. Individuals with degrees outside of the United States may be subject to verification. Verification of the degree is the responsibility of the candidate.


• Availability to teach classes on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in the time frame between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm is a plus.


• Experience integrating technology into the classroom, working with students (first generation, first year, etc.), and colleagues from diverse backgrounds is highly desired.

Minimum Qualifications

The title Lecturer will ordinarily be used to designate appointments of persons who are serving in a teaching capacity for a limited time or part-time. The normal requirement is a Master's degree in the field of instruction or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in the field of instruction. Appointments to this rank are typically one to three years and are renewable.

Department

UMES-SESA-Mathematics

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Non-Regular (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$3,189 - $3,417

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunityinstitution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliationfor asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.