Lecturer of Mathematics (eCampus)

Middle Georgia State University; Macon (GA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Middle Georgia State University is seeking a full-time Lecturer of Mathematics for an online faculty position. The incumbent will teach courses in Quantitative Reasoning, Mathematical Modeling, and more, supporting a dynamic online learning environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong teaching background and a commitment to student success in mathematics education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mathematics with 18 graduate credit hours in the field.
• Three years teaching experience, including one year online.
• Familiarity with online learning platforms.

Responsibilities

• Teach four online courses each semester with specific assignments.
• Provide quality instruction and facilitate online discussions.
• Engage in student support and course design.

Skills

Online teaching

Mathematics education

Student engagement

Education

Relevant master's degree

Earned doctorate degree (preferred)

Tools

D2L Brightspace (GoVIEW)

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Job Title: Lecturer of Mathematics (eCampus)
Location: Middle GA State University
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 278831
About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Department Information

The Department of Mathematics at Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is seeking candidates for a full-time lecturer of Mathematics, with an emphasis in Quantitative Reasoning, Mathematical Modeling, College Algebra, Elementary Statistics, Precalculus and Calculus I. This position, beginning in Spring 2025, supports core education and will involve teaching online.

Job Summary

eCampus (Middle Georgia State University) seeks a dynamic, innovative full-time online faculty with a successful track record of teaching college level undergraduate Mathematics courses.

Responsibilities

The faculty member will be assigned four courses in the Fall and four courses in the Spring. The online courses are taught using D2L Brightspace (GoVIEW), and the Lecturer is responsible in providing quality online instruction/facilitation.Faculty are expected to be available for their online office hours or online chats in addition to being engaged in course instruction and discussions based on the eCampus teaching expectations (as stated in the MOU).

This position involves teaching a 5/5 course load (15 credit hours). Teaching responsibilities may include day and/or evening classes, online, and/or video-conference classes.

Required Qualifications

• A relevant master's degree is required (an earned doctorate degree is preferred) with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the field of Mathematics
• A minimum of three years of teaching experience at the undergraduate level, with at least one year of successful online teaching
• A commitment to supporting student success in an online learning environment
• Ability to convey difficult concepts online in a manner and to actively facilitate student understanding and success
• Experience with online learning and learning management systems

Required Documents to Attach

1. A current resume
2. A letter of interest including teaching philosophy
3. A curriculum vitae
4. Names and contact information of three references
5. Unofficial Academic Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 478.471.2010. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Other Information

• This is a full time online faculty position of Lecturer.
• Teaching assignments could include Quantitative Reasoning, Mathematical Modeling, College Algebra, Elementary Statistics, Precalculus and Calculus I.
• Faculty members will need routine access to a computer, either Mac or PC. Middle Georgia State University provides an institutional email account and USG eCampus will grant the access to the GoVIEW. (Learning Management System).
• Successful completion of the online eCampus Faculty certification will be required.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.