Instructor - Mathematics (9-month Term)

Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR)

Chattanooga (TN)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 51,000

Full time

33 hours ago

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Job summary

Chattanooga State Community College is seeking a nine-month Mathematics Faculty member to teach freshman and sophomore level courses under the supervision of the Dean of Math and Sciences and the Department Head of Mathematics. Courses may be scheduled during the day or evening and delivered in-person, online asynchronous, or virtual synchronous at multiple locations including off-campus sites.

The faculty member will manage the LMS, evaluate students, monitor progress, assign grades, maintain

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Mathematics or Statistics from a regionally accredited institution.
Preferred qualifications include teaching Mathematics courses at the college or high school level.

Responsibilities

Teach freshman and sophomore level mathematics courses as scheduled during day or evening, in various formats (online asynchronous, on-ground, virtual synchronous).
Utilize LMS and online tools (ALEKS, MyLab Math, MyOpenMath) to assign grades and monitor progress.
Maintain attendance and grade records; counsel and advise students on academic goals and career planning.
Provide out-of-class academic assistance and maintain office hours; participate in college-wide committee work and service to the college and community.

Education

Master’s degree in Mathematics or Statistics

Job description

We have an opening fora 9-month Mathematics Faculty (term) positionat ourChattanooga Statecampus!

Our Purpose:

We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.

Our Values

We cultivate an inclusive environment.

We Care About The Well-being Of Each Other.

We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.

We collaborate to build a better future.

Our Mission:

We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Dean of Math and Sciences and the Department Head of Mathematics, the full-time faculty member has as their chief duty the instruction of freshman and sophomore level mathematics courses. Mathematics faculty teach classes that are scheduled during the day or evening, taught in a variety of formats (online asynchronous, on-ground, and virtual synchronous) and at several different locations, including off-campus sites and local high schools. The faculty member is expected to facilitate the classroom instructional process, evaluate students, monitor and communicate progress to students and to the appropriate college staff members, utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) and appropriate online educational systems (ALEKS, MyLab Math, MyOpenMath, etc.), assign mid-term and final grades, maintain attendance and grade records, counsel and advise students regarding academic preparation and career goals, work to retain students, maintain required classroom, office, student, and Math Center hours, and provide out-of-class academic assistance to students.

Essential Functions

Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation

Course And Curriculum Development

Serve as a member of the Mathematics Department within the Math and Sciences Division for the Teaching Excellence strategic theme of the College’s Strategic Plan. In this role, the faculty member is responsible for the following:

Assist in the selection of texts, supplemental documents, supplies, and other learning resources, including Open Educational Resources (OER); develop supplemental instructional materials; use current technology in preparation, creation, and delivery of instruction
Create and revise courses and/or curricula as needed; maintain updated course syllabi

Professional Growth

Remain current within the field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas and technologies
Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials
Attend scheduled college, divisional, and departmental professional development and in-service activities, and participate in the annual faculty evaluation process

Service To Students

Respect the rights of students and access to educational opportunities
Assist in recruitment, selection, orientation, and evaluation of potential students
Assist in formal and informal placement activities for employment and/or transfer to four-year institutions
Support student activities

Service To The College And Community

Assist in the recruitment and selection of college personnel as assigned
Participate in accreditation, assessment, and performance funding processes
Support and participate in college/division/department committees, organizations, and/or task force groups to make recommendations in the College’s decision-making processes
Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues
Strengthen relationships between the college and the community through community outreach activities
Attend required college, division, and department meetings

Academic Advising

Support the Academic Advising Center
Stay current with the relevant Tennessee Transfer Pathways
Participate in regular reviews of relevant Tennessee Transfer Pathways
Assist with college-wide advising as needed

Holistic Student Support

Familiarity with holistic support for students outside the classroom. These supports include Admissions and Records, Enrollment Service Center, High School Programs, Recruiting and Orientation, Career Services, Student Support Center, Tutoring Services, Student Conduct, Student Life, Multicultural and International Services, Adult Student Services, and the Center for Access and Disability Services
Ensure that services and activities promote accessibility
Structure student experiences to ensure relevance in academic, student life, and co-curricular activities
Promote, support, and participate in student recruitment and retention efforts

Fiscal Stewardship

Supports the responsible fiscal stewardship of the funds allocated to the Mathematics Department within the Math and Sciences Division

Organizational Culture

Embraces and promotes the College's goals related to organizational culture and community and supports the Math and Sciences Division’s efforts to utilize best practices to provide fair-minded services and support for students, faculty, and staff
Maintains an office environment that is open, inviting, and professional

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

An earned Master’s degree in Mathematics or Statistics from a regionally accredited institution or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Mathematics or Statistics.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching Mathematics courses in the department including Learning Support, Number Concepts for Teachers, Geometry Concepts for Teachers, College Algebra, Precalculus Algebra, Precalculus Trigonometry, Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Differential Equations. Preference for candidates with previous community college or high school teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Work Characteristics

Maintains a comprehensive grasp on the particular area(s) of academic study
Exhibits a commitment to promoting academic excellence in students
Demonstrates a high level of self-discipline and self-motivation
Exudes a positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition toward others
Demonstrates punctuality and is detailed-oriented with a demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences in verbal and written form