Mathematics Adjunct Instructor

Salem College; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem College is seeking a Mathematics adjunct instructor for the Spring 2027 semester. The role teaches up to two Mathematics courses, develops syllabi and CMS content, and evaluates student work. The adjunct will hold at least two weekly office hours, maintain attendance and grades, and communicate with students via the Salem College email.

Participation in math program faculty meetings is expected. Qualified candidates hold a Master’s degree or higher in Mathematics or a related field, with

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Mathematics or related discipline
• At least 18 graduate-level course hours in mathematics or related disciplines
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Sensitivity to community needs and needs of students

Responsibilities

• Teaches one or two courses in the Mathematics program
• Develops course materials (syllabi, homework, CMS content)
• Evaluates and grades student work and exams
• Holds minimum two office hours per week
• Maintains attendance records, grades, and documentation
• Communicates with students via Salem College email
• Participates in periodic math faculty meetings

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Community awareness

Education

Master’s degree in Mathematics or related

18 graduate-level math hours

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

About Salem Academy And College

Salem Academy and College is the oldest continuously-operating educational institution for girls and women in the U.S. Since 1772, the institution has engaged in transformational change to innovate women’s education. Founded with the mission of making education accessible to all, Salem has a rich, 254-year-old history and a long-standing track record of educating students who are prepared to make a bold impact locally, nationally and globally through liberal arts education. Our graduates are committed to making the world a better, healthier and more equitable place. Salem College is the nation’s only liberal arts college exclusively dedicated to developing the next generation of health leaders.

Job Summary

The Mathematics adjunct instructor teaches up to two courses in the Mathematics program, preparing and delivering in-person learning activities designed to achieve course outcomes. Specifically, this position is needed to teach one or both of the following courses during the Spring 2027 semester: elementary functions and graphs and finite mathematics.

The adjunct will develop course materials including a syllabus, homework assignments, and content for the Course Management System (CMS). They will evaluate and grade students’ class work, online work, assignments, and examinations and hold a minimum of two regularly-scheduled office hours per week throughout the semester. They must maintain and submit student attendance records, grades, and other required documentation by specified deadlines, as well as prepare and maintain course materials within the Salem College CMS and communicate with enrolled students through a Salem email account. Additionally, they will participate in periodic meetings with one or more members of the Mathematics program faculty.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Teaches one or two courses in the Mathematics program

• Prepares and delivers in-person learning activities in order to achieve course outcomes
• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and material for Course Management System (CMS)
• Evaluates and grades students’ class work, online work, assignments, and examinations
• Holds a minimum of two regularly-scheduled office hours per week of classes throughout the semester
• Maintains and submits student attendance records, grades and other required documentation by specified deadlines
• Prepares and maintains course material on the Salem College CMS
• Communicates with enrolled students through the use of a Salem email account

Participates in periodic meetings with one or more members of the Mathematics program faculty

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Mathematics or a related discipline with at least 18 graduate-level course hours in mathematics or related disciplines
• Excellent communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills
• Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of the community

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching classes in Mathematics at the undergraduate or graduate level as instructor of record
• Experience in instructional technology
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, or equivalent

Physical Functions

While performing the responsibilities of the course instructor, the employee is required to sit for varying lengths of time; bend, reach, lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds; occasionally stand and walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel and manipulate keys on a keyboard; perform extended periods of work at a computer workstation and view a computer monitor; perceive sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and receive detailed information through oral communication; express and exchange ideas by means of spoken word; and work in a classroom setting.

Salem College is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For questions, contact Wade Mattox, Director of the Mathematics Program at [e-mail]