Mathematics, Adana, Undergraduate School- Adjunct Faculty

University of Maryland Global Campus

3d • Onsite

About The Position

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach on-site in Turkey for the Mathematics program. UMGC is a mission-driven institution with seven core values, prioritizing 'Students First' for its 90,000 students globally. UMGC has a long-standing commitment to adult learners, recognizing their need for flexibility and options, operating as a global, 24-hour institution. The typical UMGC student is an adult learner balancing career, family, and other priorities, with a significant portion being full-time workers, parents, and minority students seeking to improve their lives and professional opportunities. UMGC is also a leading provider of higher education to the U.S. military, serving active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and their families. The Adjunct Faculty Role at UMGC involves actively engaging students, guiding them in applying their learning, providing constructive feedback, demonstrating current subject-matter expertise, and offering feedback on curriculum improvements. The Mathematics Program at UMGC offers further details via a provided link. Faculty training includes a mandatory online new faculty orientation, FacDev 122.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Mathematics or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Professional experience in Mathematics or related field
• Resume/ Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial transcripts for all conferred graduate degrees with conferral date (or credential evaluations)
• Must have and be able to maintain their own legal status in the country in which they apply to teach.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
• Cover letter highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning.
• Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations.
• Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments.
• Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program.
• Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date. NOTE: Adjuncts are only eligible for State of Maryland benefits. Adjuncts are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates. Adjuncts would be responsible for the total cost if enrolled.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.

What This Job Offers

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