Instructor, Gifted Math

State University of New York at Buffalo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in New York is seeking a part-time experienced mathematics teacher for an afterschool math class serving grades 7-12. Responsibilities include preparing and teaching classes, communicating with students and parents, and attending staff meetings. Ideal candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education and possess New York State teacher certification.

Qualifications

• Experience managing classroom dynamics and supporting diverse student needs.
• Proven ability to communicate with parents and staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach 5 hours of class time per week.
• Attend staff meetings and post grades in a timely manner.
• Provide feedback to students and assist with missed work.

Skills

Differentiating instruction

Communicating effectively

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education

New York State teacher’s certification for 7–12 mathematics

Job description

Overview

The University at Buffalo Gifted Math Program is looking for a part-time experienced mathematics teacher for an afterschool math class at a grade level in the range 7–12. Classes are on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00–6:30 p.m. or from 6:30–9:00 p.m. They run from September through April. The Gifted Math Program serves 7th–12th graders throughout Western New York who enter this program through rigorous testing.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and teaching for 5 hours of class time per week.
• Differentiating instruction for a diverse group of students.
• Communicating with students, parents, and GMP staff by responding in a timely way to emails and phone calls.
• Attending staff meetings.
• Posting grades and assignments on UB Learns in a timely way or supervising an instructional assistant in doing this.
• Helping with student individual needs through feedback, calls home, and conferencing.
• Helping students who are absent due to illness or mandatory school activities obtain missing work.

About Western New York

Western New York is an ideal place to live and work. Buffalo, called “The City of Good Neighbors,” offers outstanding public schools and affordable housing. Buffalo is a diverse cultural center with excellent theater, museums and music as well as sports teams.

About the University at Buffalo

The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

UB is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at [e-mail] or by phone at 716-645-2266.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education
• New York State teacher’s certification for 7–12 mathematics

Where to Apply

Interested candidates must apply through UB Jobs. Hiring is contingent on course availability, funding and course enrollment.

Additional Information

Is a background check required for this posting? Yes. A selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment for non-internal applicants.

Contact Information

Contact’s Name: Administrator, Gifted Math Program
Contact’s Email: [not provided in original text]
Contact’s Phone: [phone]

Posting Details

Posting Dates: Posted 05/30/2024; Date to be filled 08/12/2024. Number of References Required: 2.