Math Adjunct

Southwest Minnesota State University; Marshall (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Minnesota State University seeks a faculty member to mentor high school teachers delivering SMSU Math through the College Now dual credit program. You will ensure curriculum fidelity, support college-level coursework delivery, and visit partner high schools at least once per semester.

Occasionally, you may teach lower-division mathematics courses on campus, contributing to department teaching needs and student learning.

Qualifications

• Mentor high school teachers delivering SMSU Math in College Now dual credit.
• Ensure teachers understand SMSU Math curriculum and college-level coursework.
• Assist in evaluating students' progress and coordinating site visits at least once per semester.

Responsibilities

• Mentor SMSU College Now teachers to align with the Mathematics curriculum.
• Travel to high schools at least once a semester for program support.
• May teach lower-division mathematics courses on campus as needed by the department.

Skills

Mentoring

Travel to high schools

Curriculum support

Education

Master’s degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education

18 credits in graduate mathematics content courses

Graduate-level Real Analysis

Graduate-level Statistics

Job description

Primary responsibilities involve mentoring high school teachers who are providing SMSU Math courses in the College Now dual credit program. Mentoring includes ensuring teachers understand the SMSU Math curriculum and are prepared to deliver it, ensuring students are receiving college-level coursework and being evaluated appropriately, and traveling to visit the high schools at least once a semester. This position may also teach lower-division math courses on campus as needed by the department.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education with at least 18 credits in graduate mathematics content courses as evaluated by the search committee.
• Must have taken a graduate-level Real Analysis.
• Must have taken a graduate-level Statistics course.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate-level College Algebra, Trigonometry, Statistics, and Calculus I as an instructor of record

Preferred Qualifications

• High school teaching experience.
• Experience working with dual credit programs.

About

Southwest Minnesota State University is one of seven universities in the Minnesota State system. SMSU gives highest priority to excellence in teaching and preparing students to be lifelong learners through quality undergraduate teaching/advising and close student/faculty relationships. Its mission, dating back to 1967, provides access to university-level programs in liberal arts & professional studies. The University has a special commitment to the educational needs of the people in its service region reflected through its curricula, cultural programs, diversity of staff and students, cooperative relationships with the public and private sectors, and regional institutions. The 216-acre campus encompasses 24 modern, interconnected, and accessible buildings. Marshall (pop. 13,000) is the hub of a rich agricultural area and offers a variety of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The position is an opportunity to be part of a vibrant, dynamic and growing institution that is searching for exceptionally talented people.

Benefits Info

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Southwest Minnesota State University is a member of the Minnesota State system and is an equal opportunity educator and employer. SMSU is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. SMSU does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Women, diverse populations and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Affirimate Action Office, 507-537-6208. For TTY communications, contact Minnesota Relay Service at 1-800-627-3529. This vacancy notice is available in alternative format upon request.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts - Unofficial of highest degree
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2

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