Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Mathematics Education

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT); San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate and dedicated part-time faculty member to teach undergraduate mathematics courses. This role requires a strong mathematical background and the ability to engage a diverse student population through inclusive teaching methods. The ideal candidate will have experience in both high school and college-level teaching, demonstrating a commitment to student learning. Join a vibrant academic community in the heart of Silicon Valley, where your contributions can make a significant impact on the next generation of mathematicians. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mathematics or related field is required.
• Experience teaching college-level mathematics courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate mathematics and supervise student teachers.
• Organize classes within the Canvas Learning Management System.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Inclusive Teaching Strategies

Mathematical Expertise

Education

MS or MA in Mathematics

California Single Subject Teaching Credential

Tools

Canvas Learning Management System

Job description

• Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer 1

Locations

Northern California

Categories

Appointment Type

• Temporary 1

Bargaining Unit

Job Search Category/Discipline

• Faculty - Mathematics/Statistics 1

Time Basis

• Part Time 1

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Apply now Job no: 527968
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer
Location: San José
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Mathematics/Statistics, Temporary, Part Time

Department Summary

The department of Mathematics and Statistics at SJSU has 4 undergraduate programs and 3 graduate programs. In addition, we also train students who are pursuing a single subject credential in Mathematics.

Brief Description of Duties

• Candidate must teach undergraduate mathematics and mathematics education courses and supervise student teachers. We are seeking outstanding faculty who can teach in a variety of high impact pedagogical approaches and who have very strong mathematical backgrounds and abilities.
• Candidate must demonstrate awareness and experience understanding the needs of a student population of great diversity – in age, cultural background, ethnicity, primary language and academic preparation – through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies and advisement.
• Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a student population of great diversity–including age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation–through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies and advisement.
• Faculty shall organize all their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
• All classes must be offered and meet as scheduled throughout the entire semester or term, in the mode assigned and listed in the schedule of classes (i.e., asynchronous, synchronous, bichronous, in-person, or hybrid).

Required Qualifications

• An MS or MA in mathematics (or applied mathematics or statistics) is required.
• A California single subject teaching credential in Mathematics is required.
• Local high school teaching experience.
• Experience teaching college math courses.
• Working knowledge of the requirements involved in student teaching required for the credential program.
• Expertise in CalTPA, the Teaching Performance Assessment required by student teachers in the credential program.
• Evidence of good oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to student learning and team performance are required.
• Applicants should demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained in cross-cultural study, training, teaching and other comparable experience.

Compensation

Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. To learn more about range placement, please see University Policy S21-2.

Range salaries above are the anticipated monthly salary rate of full-time AY faculty--part-time rates are prorated. There are 6 monthly payments per semester (full-time AY annual salary = rate x 12). See the Faculty Salary Schedule for more information.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• CV
• List of at least three (3) or as many as five (5) references
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Expertise, including professional experience, courses you are qualified to teach

This serves to create a pool of applicants for Math Education lecturer pool positions. We review applications on a rolling basis as teaching positions become available. This is a continuing open position.

Employment Conditions

Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as assigned and required based on their role (e.g., preventing discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, health and safety). Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, the faculty member in this position will be subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). Individuals designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and to complete Clery Act training as determined by the University Clery Director. Questions regarding CSA designation and training can be sent to the Clery Director at [e-mail].

Conditional Offer

The work for this faculty position is located in the State of California and requires commuting to the campus. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Offers of employment are conditional, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees.

San José State University: Silicon Valley's Public University

Located in the heart of Silicon Valley—one of the most innovative and diverse regions in the world—San José State enrolls more than 36,000 students — many are historically underserved, and around 45% are first-generation and 38% are Pell-recipients. SJSU is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander (AANAPISI) Serving Institution. The university’s commitment to social justice extends from its vibrant, inclusive campus to an international network of over 275,000 alumni. As such, San José State is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty so our disciplines, students, and community can benefit from different and divergent cultural and identity perspectives.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff as well as University programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Note that all San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at [e-mail].

Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at [e-mail].

Advertised: May 15, 2023 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled