Director of College Algebra
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- East Carolina University
- Location
- Greenville
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- Full Time
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- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Director of College Algebra
Position Number :MATHCLGALG-23
Vacancy Open to :ECU Employees
Department :AAH Math
Department Homepage :www.ecu.edu/math
Advertising Department :MATHEMATICS, DEPT OF
Division :Academic Affairs
Classification Title :Director of College Algebra
Working Title :Director of College Algebra
Number of Vacancies :1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) :0.0
Full Time or Part Time :Full Time
Salary Range:Commensurate With Qualifications
Position Location (City) :Greenville
Position Type:Faculty (Teaching)
Job Category :Faculty (Teaching)
Primary Function of Organizational Unit :The Department of Mathematics (www.ecu.edu/cs-cas/math) is one of the sixteen departments of the Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences at East Carolina University and offers the BA, BS, and MA degrees in mathematics. Faculty in the department hold doctoral degrees from top universities and engage in research and publication. East Carolina University (www.ecu.edu) is a member of the 17-campus University of North Carolina System, is classified as a Doctoral/Research-Intensive University, and enrolls around 28,000 students with over 5,500 pursuing graduate and professional degrees. ECU is located in Greenville, NC (pop. 95,000, with a metropolitan population of over 170,000), which lies 90 miles east of Raleigh and 80 miles from the Atlantic coast. A thriving small city and regional center for education, health, and the arts, Greenville is a great place to live, work, play, and visit. It has a cost of living more than 10 percent below the national average and boasts a vibrant uptown district with restaurants, breweries, and shopping. Greenville hosts a variety of festivals throughout the year and offers numerous recreational opportunities, including access to the Tar River, over nine miles of greenways, nearly 30 parks and recreational facilities, and a growing arts scene. ECU values diversity and seeks to create an inclusive environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff, and administration. The Department of Mathematics also embraces ECU’s values around diversity and inclusion. As a department, we serve a wide range of students—from those fulfilling their general education requirements to graduate students in mathematics—and are committed to helping all of them reach their mathematical goals. To achieve this, the department administers and staffs several physical spaces, including a large College Algebra computer lab, to provide assistance to students. Our department is an active participant in the system-wide Math Pathways initiative (https://www.utdanacenter.org/our-work/higher-education/dana-center-mathematics-pathways) and is incorporating Learning Assistants into the classroom. ECU Department of Mathematics also provides the leadership and administrative home for North Carolina’s Early Mathematics Placement Testing Center (https://sites.ecu.edu/ncempt/).
Job Duties :East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, invites applications for an anticipated position as Director of College Algebra in the Department of Mathematics, contingent upon funding, beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024. This is a 12-month position with possibility of renewal. The Director of College Algebra will play a critical role in hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising the staff who support these students in large sections. The Director of College Algebra is also responsible for the assessment of the course and plays a central role in the ongoing Math Pathways initiative. The role of Director of College Algebra facilitates the creation and use of a common syllabus, online HW/testing system across all sections, and addresses any other student and institutional needs and concerns. This includes revising/updating the course as needed to ensure students are prepared for subsequent math courses. Finally, the Director coordinates with others in the department and university to ensure students are being properly placed into College Algebra. The combination of all of these duties warrants a 2-course release per term. Professional service is expected.
Minimum Education/Experience :A Master’s degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or related field, is required.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation :NA
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education :College teaching experience is preferred. We desire the successful candidate to have a demonstrated record of effective teaching of mathematics.
Special Instructions to Applicant :INTERNAL POSTING: Open only to applicants currently employed by East Carolina University. Screening will begin April 12, 2023. At www.jobs.ecu.edu, applicants must complete a candidate profile, submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for two or three current references. After the application is submitted, two or three official letters of reference, which should address teaching, qualifications, and management skills, will be requested; references will receive an email invitation from PeopleAdmin. Official transcripts required at the time of hire and can be sent to: Dr. Chris Jantzen, Chair, Department of Mathematics, harding@ecu.edu .
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date :03/28/2023
Open Until Filled:No
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.:04/11/2023
Initial Screening Begins :04/12/2023
Rank Level:Not Applicable
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting :https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/60614
AA/EOE :East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information :If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.
Organization
ECU offers a challenging academic environment and an energetic campus life. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. One of the perks of working at ECU is that you can take up to 9 credit hours of classes per year at no cost to you. There is also a textbook loan program in place available to permanent ECU staff and faculty, or their eligible dependent children or spouse. ECU also offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and generous leave time.
Scholarship. Discovery. Service. Leadership.
Here, those values are more than just buzzwords. They indicate the wealth of opportunity that ECU students experience while engaging in the rigorous pursuit of knowledge. They define the many ways in which students innovate and forge new paths. They encompass the life lessons our students learn while serving others and improving communities. They emphasize the encouragement our students receive to stand up and lead the way into a brighter tomorrow. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/whyecu.cfm
To be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation, East Carolina University:
- Uses innovative learning strategies and delivery methods to maximize access;
- Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society;
- Develops tomorrow's leaders to serve and inspire positive change;
- Discovers new knowledge and innovations to support a thriving future for eastern North Carolina and beyond;
- Transforms health care, promotes wellness, and reduces health disparities; and
- Improves quality of life through cultural enrichment, academics, the arts, and athletics.
http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/chancellor/mission-and-vision.cfm
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