Assistant Professor- Developmental Math

SUNY Ulster; Stone Ridge (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Ulster seeks a full-time Assistant Professor for Developmental Math in our STEM Department. The role involves teaching various math courses, engaging with diverse student populations, and participating in curricular development, providing an excellent opportunity to contribute to the educational community. Salary ranges from $54,000 to $67,500 annually, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition waivers

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• 2 years of college teaching experience in pre-algebra and algebra.
• Commitment to quality education for diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach developmental math courses in various modalities.
• Utilize Brightspace for course management.
• Participate in developmental mathematics meetings.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teaching

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree in mathematics or mathematics education

Tools

Brightspace learning management system

Job description

Full-time; Tenure track

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Priority Screening: March 31, 2025

Position Summary:

SUNY Ulster County Community College, a two-year branch of the State University of New York located ninety miles north of New York City in the Catskill Mountains, is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Professor for Developmental Math in our STEM Department.

This is a full-time probationary faculty appointment, starting August 18, 2025, to teach developmental and Quantway sequence mathematics for the SUNY Ulster Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Department. The assigned work year runs through spring graduation in May. The position will require an annual base teaching schedule of up to 30 contact hours.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be expected to do the following:

• Teach day or evening developmental math courses including, but not limited to, MAT097 Introduction to Algebra, MAT095 Introduction to Quantitative Reasoning, and MAT110 Quantitative Reasoning.
• Have the ability to teach in a variety of learning modalities such as face-to-face, HyFlex, or remote as necessary given the needs of the college.
• Utilize the Brightspace learning management system for all courses.
• Participate in departmental and campus-wide developmental mathematics meetings as appropriate.
• Work with the Developmental Math Coordinator and STEM Department Chair in instituting any necessary data-driven curricular changes in developmental mathematics and Quantway courses.
• Perform duties described in Board policy, the faculty collective bargaining contract, and as assigned at the Stone Ridge, Kingston, and/or other designated locations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or closely-related field.

• The equivalent of two years of pre-algebra through algebra teaching experience at the college level .

And

• Commitment to community college goals and objectives of providing quality programs and services for culturally, socio-economically, ethnically, and academically diverse students and students with disabilities; personal qualities to work effectively and with sensitivity in a multicultural environment; awareness of and commitment to the needs of non-traditional and/or re-entry students with diverse abilities and interests.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Carnegie Math Pathways Quantway quantitative reasoning courses.
• Experience with the Brightspace learning management system.
• Demonstrated ability to teach developmental mathematics at a community college, using varied teaching methods that engage students in their own learning and include learning outcomes that motivate students to develop higher-order critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of and commitment to community college teaching.

• Ability to work cooperatively in a productive team environment.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Salary :

An initial starting salary of $54,000 – 67,500 will be commensurate with education, training, and experience per academic year with an excellent benefits package. This position is contingent upon adequate funding.

Additional Information

SUNY Ulster offers a competitive benefits packageincluding medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, NYS or SUNY TIAA Retirement Plans, SUNY Perks, tuition waivers, including dependent waivers, and SUNY tuition assistance.

In addition, SUFA-covered members receive, on an annual basis: 12 sick days, 5 personal days, and holidays indicated on the SUNY Ulster Academic Calendar.

Application Process :

The position is open until filled. However, to ensure consideration, application materials should be received via email by March 31, 2025 at 4:00 pm EST to be given priority consideration. Applications received after the deadline are not guaranteed to be reviewed. SUNY Ulster reserves the right to close, continue, cancel, postpone or restart the recruitment at any time.

Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for the position:

• Resume or CV
• Cover letter which discusses your qualifications and interest in the position
• Contact information for 3 professional references
• A statement of philosophy regarding developmental mathematics teaching and the role of today’s community college

Please submit only materials requested. All documents included in your application file become the property of the College. Applicants who fail to submit all required materials will not be considered. We invite you to be part of a dedicated community of learners in an academic department that puts students first. Please go to the SUNY Ulster website for additional campus community information.

SUNY Ulster is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The college encourages applications from all qualified applicants. This position is contingent upon adequate funding.Offer and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credentials, transcripts, fingerprint check, verification of the right to work in the United States andall other required pre-employment conditions are met.

Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and who, due to a disability, require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for the position), or the interview, should notify the Human Resources Office 10 working days before the accommodation is required.

Neither the smoking of tobacco (nor other substances) nor the use of electronic vaporizers is permitted on the campus grounds.

SUNY Ulster does not reimburse applicants for travel, lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews. All interviewing costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. Internal applicants are not guaranteed an interview.

Conditions of Employment

Employment with SUNY Ulster is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements, and the Board of Trustees has approved. Offer and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, fingerprint check, verification of the right to work in the United States and all other required pre-employment conditions are met.


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