Mathematics Faculty

Grow Clinton; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Grow Clinton is seeking an experienced educator to teach courses and assess learning outcomes in various disciplines at Scott Community College and Muscatine Community College. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent and demonstrate a commitment to educational excellence and community values. Responsibilities also include curriculum design, evaluating student performance, and maintaining active participation in college committees and professional development activities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field or 12 graduate semester hours in a qualifying field.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and community college values.
• Ability to use varied instructional delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses per established course development model.
• Participate in curriculum design and updates.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on student performances.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Subject Matter Expertise

Curriculum Development

Student Engagement

Feedback Incorporation

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for teaching courses and assessing learning outcomes in assigned discipline. Assignments may include alternative delivery methods, evening courses, and multiple sites. Must demonstrate excellence in teaching and service. Must demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of the community college. Teaching opportunities can include classes at Scott Community College in the Quad Cities and/or Muscatine Community College in Muscatine, IA.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in a bolded field OR master's degree in any field plus 12 graduate semester hours (GSH) in the qualifying graduate fields. At least 6 of the credit hours must come from a bolded field:

• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Math Education
• Econometrics
• Economics
• Physics

Colleges may determine and document that specific courses from non-qualifying graduate fields can be used to qualify a faculty member if the course content aligns with the specific subject matter being taught.

Physical Demands

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction

• Teaches courses in accordance with outcomes identified in the established course development model. Uses effective and appropriate instructional delivery methods.
• Participates in the design of appropriate courses and programs of instruction. Utilizes appropriate process to maintain currency of curriculum and collaborates in the development and revision of curriculum as needed.
• Demonstrates satisfactory preparation and meets with classes as scheduled.
• Demonstrates rapport with students.
• Solicits and uses student feedback in all classes to improve teaching and learning practices.
• Establishes a clear and accurate syllabus for each class. Posts syllabus in CANVAS. Communicates course objectives, instructional processes, evaluation policies and methods, and attendance policies to students.
• Evaluates and records student performance and achievement on a regular basis and provides feedback to students.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate office hours to assist students and provide feedback.
• Collaborates with support services to assist student success in the classroom and meets recommended student/instructional accommodations as required.
• Monitors and communicates with students about academic progress. Collaborates with advising by monitoring student progress and referring at-risk students using early alert tools and/or other mechanisms. Maintains accurate attendance reports and delivers timely 4‑week progress grades, midterm grades, and final grades.
• Participates in outcomes assessment measurements adopted by EICC. Plans and implements learning strategies appropriate for meeting student outcomes. Analyzes results of planning and teaching and makes appropriate revisions.

Involvement with the College and EICC District

• Serves on college and district committees, work groups, and task forces.
• Attends and participates in all scheduled faculty, college, district, and advisory meetings as appropriate.
• Assists college in the recruitment and retention of students.
• Serves as an active department team member.
• Demonstrates professionalism at all times.
• Supports the EICC mission, values and belief in high expectations and high aspirations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Professional Development

• Retains professional qualifications (including academic degrees and specialized certifications and licensures) that meet or exceed those required for the position.
• Actively maintains professional development activity and records in accordance with the guidelines of the Quality Faculty Plan.
• Participates in professional meetings and workshops, as appropriate.
• Participates in college/district professional development activities.
• Remains active and current in one's professional field/discipline.
• Remains current in pedagogical best practices.

EICC Non-Discrimination Statement

It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact EICC's Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801, 563-336-5222, [e-mail] or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone]. FAX: [phone]; TDD: 800-877-8339 or Email: [e-mail]