Adjunct Instructor, Transitional Mathematics

Job Responsibilities

Teach Introductory College Mathematics (MAT 100), Elementary Algebra (MAT 101 or MAT 152) or Elementary Algebra II (MAT 102 or MAT 153) courses to a diverse student body, including Early College students. Teaching varying schedules at various locations and formats. The adjunct instructor will follow the established syllabus, using multiple instructional methods that emphasize student success and retention, assessing learning, utilizing the college’s learning management system for grading and various instructional purposes, and participating in the department’s continuous improvement process.

Minimum And Additional Requirements Baccalaureate degree in mathematics, secondary mathematics education, statistics, or a related baccalaureate degree in engineering, computer science, natural sciences, natural sciences education, or other approved area (with substantial mathematics coursework) and demonstrated competence in the teaching discipline.

Preferred Qualifications Traditional classroom and online teaching experience preferred. Master’s degree in any discipline with nine to twelve graduate semester hours in mathematics, mathematics education, statistics, engineering, computer science, natural sciences, natural sciences education, or related discipline. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations representing a wide range of abilities, ages, nationalities, and cultures. Teaching experience at a two-year college and/or teaching experience in adult education. Experience teaching with instructional technology, knowledge of and demonstrated ability to implement innovative teaching strategies.

Additional Comments

The hours adjunct faculty work are dependent upon the times the courses are offered. Spartanburg Community College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

Benefits For State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.