Adjunct Faculty, Lecturer of Mathematics

Colorado Mesa University • Grand Junction, CO

3d • $600 - $850 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Colorado Mesa University seeks teaching-centered adjunct colleagues for part-time positions in mathematics and statistics. Instructors will teach lower-division undergraduate courses, including College Algebra and/or Introductory Statistics, in person at the university’s Grand Junction, Colorado, campus. They will complete required teaching tasks, maintain assigned courses in the Learning Management System (currently D2L), assess student work, assign grades, and participate in gathering assessment data and artifacts as required. The university values candidates with experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access and success for underrepresented students in higher education. Final applicants undergo background investigations, and applicants must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility.

Requirements

• M.S. or M.A. in Mathematics or Statistics, or a master’s degree in another field with 18 graduate credit hours in mathematics or statistics.
• Interest and ability to teach lower-division service courses, such as College Algebra, mathematics courses for liberal arts majors, or introductory statistics.
• Ability to effectively engage students through active learning.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to teach in-person classes on the Grand Junction campus.
• Ability to verify U.S. employment eligibility.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching undergraduate mathematics or statistics courses.
• Experience teaching at the high school or developmental education level.
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Responsibilities

• Teach lower-division undergraduate mathematics courses, such as College Algebra, Mathematical Investigations, or Probability and Statistics.
• Complete required teaching-related tasks, including maintaining assigned courses in the Learning Management System (currently D2L), assessing student work, and assigning grades.
• Participate in gathering data and artifacts for assessment purposes, as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level