Mathematics Instructor - Tenure Track

Position Details

Req ID:

req13378

Position Title:

Mathematics Instructor - Tenure Track

Position Type:

Faculty

Position Number:

FF9980

OSU Campus:

Oklahoma City

Department:

Mathematics

Location Address:

900 N. Portland Ave
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73107
United States

Hiring Supervisor:

Amy Monks Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding):

0.00 - 0.00, Commensurate with education and experience

Work Schedule:

varies, may include some, evenings and weekends

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Job Description:
To develop in each student the skills of critical thinkingand to help students learn the subject matter presented to them in order forthat student to become a positive member of the community.

Essential Job Functions:

Teach a minimum fifteen (15) credit hours for non-laboratory classes or equivalent service.This will include concurrent instruction taught at area high schools and may include evening instruction.Maintain student and course records with updates on the learning management system.Maintain and file current course outlines, objectives, and grading procedures for all courses.Advise and assist students in selecting appropriate academic courses.Post and keep office hours as per institutional guidelines.May serve as lead instructor.Implement the institutionally recommended strategies for retention.Implement the assessment model.Serve on special projects and committees.Assist in the designing/revising of courses and curricula.Exhibit innovative and adaptive instructional methods.Complete all mandatory training and participate in RPT recommended level of professional development each year.Fulfill all faculty requirements as noted in the Faculty Handbook.Perform other duties as assigned.

The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be required to be performed in the position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or included as a logical assignment related to the position.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Resume and cover letter are required for full consideration.Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Master’s degree in Mathematics or related area, or master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Mathematics required

Training/Experience:

Must be qualified to teach and provide leadership in an academic discipline and/or degree program.Minimum of one year of college-level teaching experience.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities Required:

Teaching Competence – Must be able to create lesson plans, content, presentations, ancillary materials, and assignments to effectively transform information to knowledge for students; have the ability to assess student learning and progress.
Communication skills – Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with clear, grammatically correct English and prepare complex reports on deadline; requires interaction with supervisors, colleagues, students, alumni, advisory committee members, and the public, using tact, discretion, and independent judgment.
Computer skills – Must be demonstrably proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.), as well as email, internet, and learning management systems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities imposed by frequent deadlines, peak workloads, and public/student contact.Strong interpersonal skills and sensitivity to a multicultural environment in an effort to work and communicate effectively with all students, faculty, staff and community partners.High degree of initiative to work independently and also collaborate in a team environment.Demonstrated knowledge of office technologies including but not limited to: office computers, fax machines, scanners, internet, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).Passion for assisting customers and representing the OSU-OKC and OSU brand with positivity and professionalism.Demonstrated history of ethical and professional behavior.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in Learning ManagementSystems such as D2L, Blackboard, or Canvas

Other Performance Measures:

Successful performance of the job requires creativity,initiative, and effective problem solving. Must work constructively withfaculty, staff, and university officials to accomplish essential job functions.An incumbent must use tact and diplomacy. Following school dress standards, proper attendance or leave policies,and other work-habits concerns are required.

WorkingConditions:

Must be able to work flexible hours to include some nights and weekends.Work will be performed in an office environment with a significant amount of public contact, in person, by telephone, via email, and various communication platforms.

Physical Requirements:

Duties require extended periods of sitting, talking, and listening.Duties require extensive use of computers, telephone, and other office equipment.Requires possible lifting of up to 25 lbs. (If an object weights more than 45 lbs., OSU-Oklahoma City requires this to be a two-person lift).

The work environment and physical demands described herein are representative of those required of an employee to be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

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Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations,OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.