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University of Detroit Mercy

Adjunct Instructor - Mathematics

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What they do

A Math Teacher teaches mathematics in elementary to secondary schools. Elementary school teachers focus on basic arithmetic, with some basic algebra in middle school, graduating to geometry, algebra and eventually calculus in high school.

$66,036 / year median in Michigan

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Employee Classification PT Adjunct Faculty (in-person) Position Summary The University of Detroit Mercy College of Engineering & Science invites applications for multiple part-time adjunct instructor positions in Mathematics. Courses may include College Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus 1, Calculus 2. The successful candidate will be an effective and enthusiastic teacher at the undergraduate level with commitment to supporting a diverse population of undergraduate students. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (1) Implement effective evidence-based teaching strategies that foster active student learning while creating an inclusive, equitable, respectful, supportive, and welcoming learning environment for all students. (2) Be committed to engaging a variety of strategies to support student success. Be available to provide support and assistance to students outside of class. Treat each student respectfully and supportively. (3) Provide students a course syllabus consistent with University and Department guidelines that provides clear expectations to students, particularly regarding grading and course policies. (4) Review University/College policies and guideline with Asst. Dean and Chair and adhere to these. (5) Bring any incidents of Academic Integrity to the attention of the Asst. Dean. (6) Grade and return written work to students in a timely manner. Maintain appropriate records of students' assessments. Submit mid-term and final grades by the scheduled deadlines. (7) Refer at-risk students to Asst. Dean and appropriate University support services. (8) Notify the Asst. Dean and Chair as soon as possible if by an unavoidable circumstance you are unable to meet scheduled class session. (9) All other duties as assigned. Requirements Minimum Qualifications A minimum of a master's degree in a relevant discipline is required. Preferred Qualifications Experience in the scholarship of Mathematics Education. Special Instructions to Applicants Materials should include a curriculum vitae or resume, a one-page statement of vision and strategies for supporting diverse student learning in mathematics. Review of applications begins immediately and continues as needed. Additional Information The small classes and close collegial relationships make teaching in Detroit Mercy's College of Engineering and Sciences both exciting and rewarding. The faculty forms a vibrant community of teaching scholars with a strong focus on professional and academic mentorship of students both formally and informally, both in class and out of class. The US News and World Report ranked Detroit Mercy in the top tier in the Midwest and first in Michigan in the category of Masters Comprehensive Universities.
Compensation:
Commensurate with experience

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance