Mathematics Adjunct Assistant Professor Pool

Los Rios Community College District; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in California is seeking a part-time adjunct faculty member for mathematics courses. Selected candidates are responsible for teaching assigned classes and assessing student outcomes while promoting inclusivity within the classroom. Applicants must have a Master's degree in Mathematics or a related field and must demonstrate sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and learning styles. This position offers flexibility, with the potential for teaching across various courses in Mathematics.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mathematics or related field required.
• Understanding of diverse backgrounds of community college students.
• Ability to foster an inclusive educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes and help students master course content.
• Assess student learning outcomes and maintain professional conduct.
• Participate in curriculum development and faculty governance.

Skills

Teaching

Student assessment

Course content mastery

Professional development

Use of current technology

Education

Master's in mathematics or applied mathematics or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or related field + Master's in Statistics, Physics, or Mathematics Education

Job description

Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part‑time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. Adjunct positions are filled as needed through ongoing recruitment. Applicants are contacted and hired year‑round for assignments based on college needs. This pool is open continuously and refreshed every two years in May. Applicants in this pool will remain active until the pool is refreshed and will receive an email with information on how to remain in the pool.

Responsibilities

• Teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up‑to‑date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co‑curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

Position Salary Information

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupation experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may encompass teaching courses across all levels in this discipline. Specific course assignment may vary by campus. Example of courses that may be assigned depending on the needs of the department are:

• MATH 10 Developing Confidence in Math
• MATH 25 Computational Arithmetic
• MATH 32 Pre‑Algebra
• MATH 41 Algebra Readiness - Part I
• MATH 42 Algebra Readiness - Part II
• MATH 100 Elementary Algebra
• MATH 110 Elementary Geometry
• MATH 120 Intermediate Algebra
• MATH 125 Intermediate Algebra for Statistics and Liberal Arts
• MATH 129 Elementary and Intermediate Algebra
• MATH 131 Combined Algebra - Part I
• MATH 132 Combined Algebra - Part II
• MATH 133 Combined Algebra - Part III
• MATH 145 Mathematics for the Trades
• MATH 300 Introduction to Mathematical Ideas
• MATH 310 Mathematical Discovery
• MATH 311 Mathematical Concepts for Elementary School Teachers - Number Systems
• MATH 320 Symbolic Logic
• MATH 333 Introduction to College Algebra
• MATH 340 Calculus for Business and Economics
• MATH 342 Modern Business Mathematics
• MATH 355 Calculus for Biology and Medicine I
• MATH 356 Calculus for Biology and Medicine II
• MATH 372 College Algebra for Calculus
• MATH 373 Trigonometry for Calculus
• MATH 375 Pre‑Calculus
• MATH 400 Calculus I
• MATH 401 Calculus II
• MATH 402 Calculus III
• MATH 410 Introduction to Linear Algebra
• MATH 420 Differential Equations

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus:

• ARC Programs and Majors
• CRC Programs and Majors
• FLC Programs and Majors
• SCC Programs and Majors

Minimum Qualifications

• Have a master's in mathematics or applied mathematics; OR bachelor's in either of the above AND master's in statistics, physics or mathematics education; OR the equivalent*. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
• Have an equity‑minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.
• *NOTES:
  • Applicants must show evidence of the appropriate master's degree for those disciplines for which a master's degree is required.
  • Degree titles must match the stated minimum qualifications exactly (word‑for‑word). Titles with added, missing, or rearranged words will not be accepted. If your degree title does not match the minimum qualifications exactly, you must submit documentation for “equivalency” to be considered for this position (see next bullet). E.g. minimum qualification states Chemistry degree needed, and your degree title states Organic Chemistry. You will need to apply for “equivalency”. If you fail to submit this documentation and your degree title does not match, you will be disqualified.
  • Applicants applying under the “equivalent” provision must include the equivalency review request form detailing and explaining how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degree(s) listed in the minimum qualifications. Please visit our website for the form and information on the equivalency determination process.
  • If you have already been granted equivalency for this discipline, you must attach a copy of your determination form or letter. If you do not attach a copy of your determination form or letter you will be disqualified. If you have misplaced your copy please contact Human Resources for assistance.

Application Instructions

Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete and submit:

• A Los Rios Community College District Application
• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts from College/University and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see additional instructions)
• Equivalency Review Request Form or Equivalency Determination Form/Letter (if needed to meet minimum qualifications)

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS

• Applications submitted without all required documents listed above will be disqualified.
• Applications submitted with additional materials NOT requested will be disqualified.
• Only information (education, experience, etc.) listed on the application will be considered for minimum qualifications.
• Applicants indicating “see resume” on the application will not have that referenced experience considered for minimum qualifications, which may lead to the application being disqualified.
• Individuals who have completed college/university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents, even if the foreign document has been accepted by another college/university in the United States.
• Foreign transcript evaluations are ONLY accepted from AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluations, Inc.) or NACES (The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) agencies or evaluators. For additional information on foreign transcript evaluations click here.
• ONLY copies of transcripts from a US College/University or Foreign Transcript Evaluation will be accepted. DO NOT include any foreign transcripts.
• Graduate advising documents, certificate of degrees, diplomas, and grade reports will not be accepted as transcripts.