Adjunct Math Instructor - Massasoit Community College

Massasoit Community College • Brockton, MA

88d • $1,397

About The Position

Adjunct faculty in the mathematics (math) department play a major role in instruction, working with the full-time faculty to deliver mathematics instruction to students. Using department course outcomes, and recommendations from the dean's office and the mathematics department chair, adjunct faculty develop and deliver course content using high quality pedagogical techniques to ensure maximum student success and learning.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in mathematics, mathematics education, or related field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with and understanding of the community college environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience teaching developmental co-requisite courses (linked developmental and college-level courses)
• Capable of maintaining academic standards with empathy and honesty
• Knowledge of and experience using effective pedagogical strategies
• Experience and training in online instruction

Responsibilities

• Prepare course syllabi that meet all contractual requirements.
• Schedule classes to meet for the allotted time on every scheduled meeting day during the semester.
• Employ effective instructional strategies that promote student learning.
• Use appropriate assessment tools to accurately measure student understanding.
• Monitor email communications from students and the college and respond in a timely manner.
• Provide availability outside of class to meet with and assist students.
• Meet all deadlines for submission of grades, student participation reports, student grievance responses and other administrative documentation.
• Manage a level of flexibility that holds students accountable and recognizes the challenging work/school/life balance lead by many students at Massasoit.
• Ensure appropriate training in laboratory safety for laboratory classes.
• Follow divisional policies to maintain security of laboratory spaces, chemicals and equipment.
• Work collaboratively with divisional staff.
• Provide feedback on student progress to advisement and counseling.
• Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree