PT Instructor-Mathematics

About the role

Shaw University is seeking a Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty, Mathematics. This position reports to the Department Head and involves teaching traditional and/or non-traditional college-level math courses at on-campus and/or off-campus sites on weekdays and/or weeknights and Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate acceptance and support of the University's mission and goals.
• Teach knowledge-relevant college-level math courses with a commitment to excellence in education.
• Encourage students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, increase motivation, and clarify their values.
• Engage in planning, developing, and improving curriculum offerings.
• Provide each student with a course syllabus on the first day of class that conforms to University-approved requirements.
• Teach the course according to the course syllabus, inform students of course objectives and requirements, explain the grading system and attendance policy, and provide a bibliography of suggested readings.
• Participate in orientation sessions conducted by the Department Head or Adult Degree Program Director.
• Awareness of and guidance to students regarding tutorial and support services of the Academic Support Center, including advising, tutorials, and first-year programs, and all other departmental workshops associated with student learning.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in Mathematics or a related discipline; Ph.D. preferred.
• Demonstrated success at teaching at the college level.
• Teaching experience and expertise in an additional area also offered in the assigned department are highly desired.
• Maintain the minimum credential standards of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

Qualifications

• Must possess strong oral and written presentation skills.
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellence in the organization, decision-making, problem-solving, and creating a collaborative environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Fluency in English reading, writing, and speaking.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to different teaching styles and environments.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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Contact Information

Please upload the following with your application: A current, fully complete resume or curriculum vitae, Unofficial graduate transcripts for credentialing, An application cover letter with statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, Three references. Following the Human Resources office’s receipt of a candidate’s fully completed application package for a current job opening, then an applicant can be considered for employment, with their application information submitted to the recruiting manager/selection committee for review. Any potential hire is contingent upon the FINALIST candidate’s ordering OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS of the HIGHEST GRADUATE-LEVEL DEGREE(S) awarded to be sent DIRECTLY FROM the awarding institution(s) DIRECTLY TO the Shaw University Human Resources Department at 118 E. South Street, Raleigh, NC 27601. Hand-delivered sealed transcripts will not be considered as official – they must be received directly from the awarding institution(s).

About Shaw University

Founded in 1865 by Henry Martin Tupper, Shaw University is the first historically black institution of higher education in the South and among the oldest in the nation. Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, our mission is to advance knowledge, facilitate student learning and achievement, enhance the spiritual and ethical values of its students, and transform a diverse community of learners into future global leaders. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.