Mathematics Instructor

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Nebraska; On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) in Newark, NJ, is seeking a part-time Program Instructor (Hourly) for Mathematics for Middle and/or High School under the NJ GEAR UP/College Bound program. The role supports year-round instructional activities, including academic year sessions and summer sessions, with classes typically held Monday–Thursday and occasional Saturdays.

The instructor will deliver grade-level math instruction, integrate reading and writing elements, and help students develop

Qualifications

• Certification in mathematics required.
• Experience working with minority and disadvantaged students preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be waived at the university's discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide grade-level mathematics instruction that prepares students for success in high school and college.
• Integrate reading and writing skills into mathematics instruction.
• Assist students in developing communication, study, time management, and test-taking skills.
• Help students build confidence in mathematics while strengthening problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Prepare students for state-mandated assessments (PARCC, PSAT, SAT, ACT) through development of mathematical skills.
• Attend all required staff development and training sessions.
• Submit typed lesson plans in a timely manner.
• Assist in developing and implementing the NJ GEAR UP/College Bound curriculum aligned with the New Jersey Common Core Standards.

Skills

Mathematics instruction

Reading integration

Student support

Assessment preparation

Lesson planning

Education

Mathematics certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Program Instructor (Hourly) – Mathematics for Middle and/or High School demonstrates an overall commitment to the policies and procedures of the New Jersey GEAR UP/College Bound program. This position supports students through academic instruction during year-round programming, including the Academic Year (fall and spring) and Summer Sessions (July through mid-August). This requisition represents four to six instructor positions, depending on program needs and available hours. During the Academic Year, classes are held Monday through Thursday (with occasional Fridays) from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and/or 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., with 20 Saturday sessions from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. School-day schedules may be adjusted based on participating schools. Summer Sessions are currently held for up to six weeks, Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with occasional Saturday events.

Title

Mathematics Instructor

Department

NJ Gear UP/College Bound

Reports To

Dir NJ Gear UP/College Bound

Position Summary

The Program Instructor (Hourly) – Mathematics for Middle and/or High School demonstrates an overall commitment to the policies and procedures of the New Jersey GEAR UP/College Bound program. This position supports students through academic instruction during year-round programming, including the Academic Year (fall and spring) and Summer Sessions (July through mid-August). This requisition represents four to six instructor positions, depending on program needs and available hours. During the Academic Year, classes are held Monday through Thursday (with occasional Fridays) from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and/or 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., with 20 Saturday sessions from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. School-day schedules may be adjusted based on participating schools. Summer Sessions are currently held for up to six weeks, Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with occasional Saturday events.

Essential Functions

• Provide grade-level mathematics instruction that prepares students for success in high school and college.
• Integrate reading and writing skills into mathematics instruction.
• Assist students in developing communication, study, time management, and test-taking skills.
• Help students build confidence in mathematics while strengthening problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Prepare students for state-mandated assessments, including PARCC, PSAT, SAT, and ACT (or their successor assessments), through the development of mathematical skills.
• Attend all required staff development and training sessions.
• Submit typed lesson plans in a timely manner.
• Assist in developing and implementing the New Jersey GEAR UP/College Bound curriculum aligned with the New Jersey Common Core Standards.
• Create a positive learning environment that encourages student engagement, self-motivation, and academic achievement.
• Maintain accurate academic records and student files.
• Assist with the administration, design, and evaluation of standardized diagnostic and placement assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Prerequisite Qualifications

• Certification in the core subject area of Mathematics.
• Experience working with minority and disadvantaged students is preferred.
• At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be waived where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience that specifically prepares the candidate for success in the position.

Compensation

$40/hour

At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Range

Hourly Employees

NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, or other items.

Flsa

Non-Exempt

Time Type

Part time

Pay Rate

Hourly

Additional Information

As an EEO employer NJIT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.

Employment at NJIT is subject to the provisions of New Jersey First Act which mandates new employees, who are not NJ residents, to establish primary residence in New Jersey within one year of their appointment to certain positions. The law does not apply to any individual employed at NJIT on a temporary or per semester basis as a visiting or adjunct professor, teacher, lecturer, researcher or administrator.

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