Math Instructor

LCTCS; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical insurance options

Flexible Benefits Plan

Sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Louisiana Delta Community College seeks a Math Instructor to join the Academic Affairs team in Monroe, LA. This is a 9-month, unclassified faculty position with a salary of $50,000–$53,000.

The successful candidate will teach a base load of 15 credit hours per semester, develop curricula, participate in assessment, and support student recruitment and college-wide initiatives, including service on committees and data-driven planning.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in mathematics or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• 18 graduate semester hours in mathematics.
• Three years of college-level teaching experience.
• Familiarity with BANNER and CANVAS; basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Teach a base load of 15 academic credit hours for the Spring and Fall semesters.
• Plan, develop, and use effective teaching methods and materials for diverse learners.
• Classes may be day, afternoon, evening, and/or weekends.
• Maintain regular office hours, grade records, and course assessment data.
• Respond to requests for information in a timely manner and attend faculty meetings.
• Assist in assessment and placement of students and participate in program development.
• Support student recruitment, placement, advisement, and college committees.

Education

Master's degree in mathematics or related field

18 graduate semester hours in mathematics

Three years of college-level teaching experience

Job description

Math Instructor Job no: 495789
Closes:
Work Type: Faculty Full-Time
Locations: Monroe, LA
Categories: Academic Affairs

College: Louisiana Delta Community College

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: Math& Sciences

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month

Salary: $50,000-$53,000

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching

• Teach a base load of 15 academic credit hours for the Spring and Fall semesters
• Plans, develops, and uses effective teaching methods and materials which assist students in meeting course objectives, are appropriate for students with diverse educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles, and engage the students in learning.
• Classes may be day, afternoon, evening, and/or weekends
• Maintain regular office hours, grade records, course assessment data
• Respond to requests for information in a timely manner
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings
• Design and develop curriculum within state guidelines
• Assist in assessment and placement of students in appropriate classes
• Participate in student recruitment, placement, and advisement and serve on college committees
• Facilitate data collection and analysis timelines to support academic planning, instructional program evaluation, and seek continuous improvement
• Identify student learning outcomes: develop processes and tools for assessment; incorporate results to modify instruction and materials in coordination with colleagues; embrace technology and expand teaching into the virtual online classroom

Professional Development

• Maintains high standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodologies through professional development activities.
• Reviews, evaluates, reflects, and revises program curricula and teaching methods through a self-evaluation process of self- reflection.
• Meets or exceeds professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, requirements of business/industry, and higher education, as appropriate to the discipline.

Service

• Actively participates in college meetings and/or committees, task forces, and councils
• Participates in college-related activities such as registration, community education, recruitment of students, student retention, and faculty selection
• Participates in college activities for students/student organizations to aid in retention
• Demonstrates and abides by the LDCC Standards of Practice and foster mutual respect among program faculty and students
• Participates in business and community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission and values of the college
• Participates in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards
• Participates in setting departmental goals, in developing college budgets that support the goals, and in planning for achieving those goals.
• Promotes and maintains departmental affiliation agreements and other partnerships
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education

The minimum qualification for the position is a Master's degree in mathematics or a related field from a regionally accredited institution with 18 graduate semester hours in mathematics. Three years of successful college-level teaching experience and knowledge of BANNER and CANVAS is preferred. The candidate must possess basic computer literacy skills, demonstrate the ability to use varied teaching techniques and instructional methods to accommodate different learning styles, and have experience in computer-assisted instruction. Abilities to design, develop, and evaluate instructional programs and curricula in the field of mathematics is a must. The abilities to provide good customer service, multi-task, and work in a fast-paced team environment is a must. Effective communication skills, the ability to work cooperatively with other faculty and staff, and a willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations are also required. A successful candidate must be service-oriented, promote excellence, and embrace a commitment to professionalism. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of Louisiana Delta Community College and demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of students, faculty, and staff from a variety of backgrounds.

Benefits

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, Louisiana Delta Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Louisiana Delta Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Louisiana Delta Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.