Category:: Faculty Full-time
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Department:: Math & Computer Science
Locations:: North Branch, NJ
Posted:: Dec 6, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time
Ref. No.:: F#5-25
Position ID:: 183737

About Raritan Valley Community College:

Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students.

The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.

Job Description:

Raritan Valley Community College strives to prepare students for the challenges of the ever-changing global community. Interested applicants should be innovative and entrepreneurial individuals that understand the demands of a global workforce with an emphasis on creative thinking and effective communication.

The Department of Math & Computer Science at Raritan Valley Community College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Instructor/Assistant Professor of General Mathematics for the 2025-2026 academic year. Qualified candidates will teach courses as assigned, including Precalculus through Calculus III, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, and Statistics.

Essential Duties:

Teach a variety of math courses as assigned including Precalculus through Calculus III, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, and Statistics.

Develop and teach courses using multiple modalities and at a variety of times in response to institutional and student needs.

Utilize the College's learning management system to post syllabi, grades, and learning materials and support instruction in all classes.

Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction through regular assessment and the utilization of innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.

Assess courses and programs following departmental and college-wide guidelines.

Work with the K-12 Partnerships office to develop pathways to college for local high school students.

Participate in student advising, and provide access to students through posted student hours, electronic communication and other appropriate methods.

Work collaboratively in a diverse learning institution while actively engaging in initiatives to close the equity gap and remove barriers to success; promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom.

Regularly evaluate courses to ensure that learning outcomes and assessments are appropriate and effective.

Regularly evaluate students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives, and inform them in a timely manner of their progress.

Pursue trainings, certifications, and other professional development opportunities to stay current in the Mathematics field and relevant pedagogical advancements.

Participate in college/departmental professional development activities.

Serve on departmental and College-wide committees. Participate in and contribute to the academic and administrative operations and policy-making of the college through committees and other bodies established for such purposes.

Assist with departmental strategic planning and outcomes assessment

Develop and use a syllabus for each course within college and department guidelines.

Review, evaluate, redesign, and recommend instructional materials as needed.

Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and community members.

Adhere to College policies and procedures.

Requirements:

A minimum of a Master's degree in Mathematics/Statistics or Mathematics/Statistics Education is required. Master's degrees in certain mathematics-related disciplines may also be considered.

Minimum of two years teaching experience

Ability to teach a wide range of courses including Precalculus through Calculus III, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, and Statistics.

Demonstrated professional development related to mathematics and/or pedagogy.

Ability to teach day and evening classes.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience using technology in the delivery of course content.

Online and/or Hybrid teaching experience.

Prior Community College teaching experience.

Application Instructions:

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

RVCC's starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. We also offer an attractive benefits package.

For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter, resume and transcripts online, by clicking the "apply now" button. There will be a first review date of February 7, 2025.

We regret that we are unable to respond to each and every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly.