Instructor of Mathematics-Durham

State of North Carolina•Durham, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is a full-time, ten-month appointment in the Department of Mathematics at the NCSSM-Durham campus, with full benefits through the state of North Carolina. The position reports to the Durham Chair of Mathematics and is responsible for providing instruction for assigned courses. NCSSM and the Academics Programs Division foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research.

Requirements

A Master’s degree in a related field and previous teaching experience in mathematics at the Precalculus level or above is required.
Experience teaching courses in Calculus, Data Science, or other advanced mathematics coursework
Experience in using educational technology
Commitment to designing new curriculum
Willingness to participate in residential school programs including social, recreational, and advisory responsibilities at times other than usual school hours.

Responsibilities

Plan and develop an instructional program that helps students assimilate specific course content and skills
Develop and communicate to students clear course objectives and goals
Participate in discipline and multi-section course meetings
Create a syllabus and other required administrative documents
Take attendance and enforce the attendance policy
Grade and provide feedback to students in a timely manner, and submit grade reports on time with sufficient comments when required
Communicate with parents and support team when necessary
Hold at least three office hours per week and hold tutorial sessions as outlined by the department
Structure and manage an environment conducive to learning
Model for students responsibility to self and others
Follow the school’s mission, policies, and procedures
Engage in both January terms by proposing and teaching approved January Term courses
Participate in foundational duties for all faculty including required meetings, academic advising, event participation (at least two Saturdays per year), professional development and outreach, written appraisals/evaluations, and involvement in the NCSSM community
Serve on departmental, faculty, and school-wide standing committees
Write recommendations for up to 15 students each year, as requested
Participate in professional development and personal intellectual growth activities
Provide information, service, and expertise to other schools and organizations
Assist students on special projects, independent and individual study, and seminar-based studies
Participate in the admissions process by recruiting, selecting, and advising prospective students
Participate in NCSSM alumni activities
Provide assistance for school-sponsored programs and extracurricular activities