Job Description
Position Number:
8241155
Title:
Part-time Hourly Math Instructor (Graduate Student)
Functional Title:
Part-time Hourly Math Instructor (Graduate Student)
Category Status:
16-Student Hourly, Grad
Applicant Search Category:
Student
University Authorized FTE:
50
Unit:
UGST-Acad Achv-Intensive Education Dev
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Vaccine Protocol
The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The position works closely with the Academic Achievement Programs (AAP) Math component staff to effectively provide math support to AAP students enrolled at UMD. The duties and responsibilities generally entail, but not limited to, the following:
• Teach entry-level math support classes.
• Conduct individualized instruction.
• Assist in administering and evaluating pre/post placement tests.
• Assist the AAP Math Coordinator in developing curricula for math support classes and Summer Transitional Programs (STP) math preparation courses.
• Assist in training and supervising student interns.
• Maintain records of students’ progress and attendance.
• Create, conduct and grade assessments.
Minimum Qualifications:
B.A. or B.S. in Mathematics or Mathematics Education. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in teaching entry-level undergraduate math courses.
Additional Information:
Graduating seniors and doctoral students in mathematics, math education, or engineering are also encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to the candidate with prior experience in teaching entry-level undergraduate mathematics.
To Apply: If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this position, please e-mail all of the following documents/information to pierreyanda@umd.edu by Jun 30, 2021:
· Letter of Interest
· Two letters of recommendation
· Contact information of two references.
· Latest transcript
Posting Date:
08/24/2021
Open Until Filled
Yes
Best Consideration Date
08/31/2021
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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