Math Specialist (part-time)

Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE); Milwaukee (WI); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 34 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) invites applications for a part-time Math Specialist to join Raider Center for Academic Success (RCAS). Under the direction of the Director of Math Support, the Math Specialist will promote student academic success by helping students improve math skills from algebra to Calculus 1 and enhance test taking and note taking skills.

This position supports inclusiveness, collaboration with staff and faculty, and a student-centered approach, with MSOE's commitment

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of teaching and/or tutoring experience.

Responsabilités

• Provide professional tutoring and drop-in math assistance when appropriate.
• Create a culture of inclusiveness, engagement and participation for all peer tutors and students to encourage attainment of desired goals.
• Develop and nurture relationships with peer tutors, students and academic faculty to engage the university community in a student-centered, data-driven approach to student academic success.
• Continuously seek ways to improve and redefine the Math Drop-In experience within the Raider Center for Academic Success to address evolving needs.
• Expand and enhance the reach and impact of academic support services through collaboration with RCAS team, MSOE faculty and staff.
• Incorporate learning theory and best practices in math instruction with a student-centered MSOE-aligned approach.
• Serve as a mentor/advisor to students to help them transition, grow and thrive within MSOE.

Connaissances

Leadership

Learning theory

Critical thinking

Pre-Calculus

Calculus I

Written communication

Oral communication

Multitasking

Formation

Master's degree

Description du poste

Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) invites applications for a part-time Math Specialist to join Raider Center for Academic Success (RCAS) team! Under the direction of the Director of Math Support, the Math Specialist's job is to promote student academic success by providing students of all abilities, cultures and socio-economic levels opportunities to improve their math skills to include but not limited to algebra, precalculus, and Calculus 1 while improving test taking and note taking skills. This includes helping students develop critical thinking, master learning challenges, master math concepts, and grow an understanding of MSOE's academic culture and expectations in accordance with MSOE's established policies and procedures. The Math Specialist will promote student academic success through respect, openness, collaboration with staff and faculty, and a student-centered approach.

This is a part-time position working 5-10 hours per week during the academic year.

At MSOE, your work has a direct and lasting impact. Our faculty and staff are united by a commitment to academic excellence, student success, and industry-connected learning. Join a community where your ideas, expertise, and dedication help students thrive, strengthen the communities we serve, and make MSOE an exceptional place to learn, work, and grow. Learn more about MSOE's awards and recognitions here and our recent 2026 Top Workplace Award.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide professional tutoring and drop-in math assistance when appropriate
• Create a culture of inclusiveness, engagement and participation for all peer tutors and students to encourage the attainment of desired goals
• Develop and nurture relationships with all peer tutors, students and academic faculty in order to engage the university community in a student centered, data driven approach to student academic success
• Continuously seek ways to improve and redefine the Math Drop-In experience within the Raider Center for Academic Success to address the evolving and changing needs of the MSOE student population
• Expand and enhance the reach and impact of academic support services through cooperative, collaborative efforts with other RCAS team members, MSOE faculty and staff
• Incorporate the latest student development theory and best practices in math instruction with a student-centered approach that is uniquely MSOE and that aligns with the stated university mission and goals
• Serve as a mentor/advisor to students in all aspects of their college life to ensure that each student has the opportunity to transition, grow and thrive within MSOE's educational environment

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively engage peer tutors in a planning process to develop an annual plan of action to foster the attainment of department goals and objectives
• Work in conjunction with Student Affairs, Counseling Services and Academic Departments to build and encourage strategic relationships to offer academic support to students that may be academically at-risk
• Create resources for tutors, students, and faculty
• Be able and willing to develop a thorough understanding of all MSOE academic programs
• Have an understanding and appreciation of the overall functions of the university

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required in a related field
• Minimum 1 year of teaching and/or tutoring Experience

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience in serving in a leadership role and influencing others to achieve a common goal
• Knowledge and skills in learning theory, critical thinking theory, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus I
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before others. Ability to effectively communicate in both written and oral form.
• Able to handle several complex tasks simultaneously

Our Mission

MSOE is the university of choice for those seeking an inclusive community of experiential learners driven to solve the complex challenges of today and tomorrow. We are united by our six values - collaboration, excellence, inclusion, innovation, integrity and stewardship - which represent the core of our campus culture. MSOE has embarked on an ambitious strategic plan, Extraordinary Together, that propels the institution forward. At MSOE, we are dedicated to promoting an academic environment marked by an unwavering respect for every individual.

Who We Are Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) is an academic institution intrinsically tied to the real world - a confluence of industry knowledge, work ethic and an enduring desire to know more. The university offers Bachelor's and Master's degrees in engineering, computer science, machine learning, user experience, construction management, actuarial science, business and nursing. With about 3,000 students, faculty and staff, MSOE is large enough for big opportunities and small enough for personal attention.

A Small University Dedicated to Achieving Big Things MSOE is a supportive environment where everyone is valued. Our method of learning by doing is our distinction: it is how we teach, how we learn and how we serve. MSOE's top priority is serving our students. By joining our community, you are building the leaders of tomorrow.

Why Join MSOE?

At MSOE, we invest in our employees' professional and personal growth. MSOE offers competitive, fully comprehensive benefit plans to part-time employees including:

• The ability to contribute to a retirement plan on the 1st day of employment
• Access to our state-of-the-art fitness center and museum
• Located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, MSOE is just blocks away from the beautiful lakefront, the theater district, museums, sports and music venues, parks and shopping.
• To view more detailed information about MSOE, please visit www.msoe.edu/hr.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

It is the policy of MSOE to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, marital status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all jobs at the University and to all the terms, benefits, and conditions of employment/enrollment.

Job Code: 222