Instructor, Math (9 Month)

State of South Carolina; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan options

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Spartanburg Community College seeks a capable mathematics instructor to teach diverse student cohorts, develop and revise courses, and promote the college mission. The role includes advising, participating in college activities, and contributing to community service across campuses or online formats.

Requirements include a Master’s in mathematics (or a Master’s with 18 graduate hours in math), and teaching or advising experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in mathematics or a master's with at least 18 graduate semester hours in mathematics.
• Experience teaching at secondary or post-secondary level is preferred.
• Post-secondary academic advising experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach mathematics courses to diverse students using effective strategies.
• Develop, revise, and maintain course materials and programs.
• Advise students and participate in college/community activities and committees.

Skills

Experience in math instruction

Student advising experience

Instructional strategies

Education

Master's in mathematics

Master's with 18 grad hours in mathematics

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Teach mathematics courses to a diverse student body using effective teaching strategies; develop, revise, and maintain course materials; recommend/design new courses and/or programs; maintain office hours; participate in appropriate professional development opportunities; participate in college and community activities, promote the mission of the College; develop/implement retention strategies; assist in graduate placement; attend graduation ceremony; assist with student advising and registration; serve on college committees; promote institutional goals; assist department chair with administrative responsibilities. Teaching may be on any of the campuses, by distance and/or traditional learning formats, and may be days, nights, weekends or a combination.

Teaching Performance

The ability to present course materials through appropriate instructional strategies to facilitate the learning process.

Instructional Development

The development, revision, and maintenance of courses and curriculum through course objectives, outlines, and appropriate materials.

Instructional Management

The effective use of required office hours, exhibition of effective classroom management and control, and timely and accurately submitted reports.

Student Advisement

The participation of the faculty member, when applicable, in assisting students in personal and professional development.

College and/Or Community Services

Participation in College activities and the promotion of the College through public service.

Professional Development

The participation of the faculty member in activities designed to develop professional skills so as to maintain and improve proficiency in his/her present position.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Master's degree in mathematics, or a master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in mathematics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching at secondary or post-secondary level and post-secondary academic advising experience.
• Teaching experience in statistics.

Additional Comments

The instructor should be open to the possibility of using alternate methods of delivery (online, synchronous, flex, etc.) in presenting course materials. The instructor may be asked to teach day, evening, or weekend classes at any of the College's locations. Professional conferences may require overnight travel. Professional, collegial and ethical conduct, decisions and relationships are expected at all times.

Spartanburg Community College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.