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Mathematics Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)
Posting Number: F01186
Location: Contra Costa College
Salary:
Description of Position:
This is a full-time tenure track, academic position in the Mathematics Department. The successful applicant will be well qualified to teach all levels of mathematics courses and to develop innovative instructional strategies for our students. The position requires teaching a full load with experience in various modalities (in-person, hybrid, synchronous, asynchronous) and may include teaching evening hours.
The student population of Contra Costa College (CCC) reflects its surrounding diverse communities. CCC is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and serves predominantly historically disadvantaged and under-represented student groups including African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, and Latinx students. CCC is situated in a socioeconomically diverse, resilient, and culturally vibrant community.
We seek candidates who embrace our community, our student population, and our central work: strengthening West County by meeting our students where they are and helping them get to where they want to be.
We seek candidates who operate with a growth mindset, a strength-based approach centered on students, and an unflinching commitment to equity, especially concerning the elimination of barriers to college access, success, and completion. The ideal candidate will be eager to help construct and maintain a culture of continuous improvement in instructional effectiveness.
Inquiries:
Contact- Amber TuAdministrative Assistant III, to VP of Equity and Instructionatu@contracosta.edu
Position Status: Tenure- Track
EEO Job Category: Faculty & Other Instructional Staff
Employee Group: Full-Time Faculty
Department: C7025-Mathematics
Duties and Responsibilities:
In addition to contractual duties, all full-time faculty are expected to participate actively in their disciplines, department activities, and the general intellectual life and governance of the college. Part of the teaching assignment may be in the evening and/or online. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. advancing equitable student learning through dedicated, exemplary instruction in accordance with established course outlines;
2. participating in the assessment of student learning outcomes for courses and programs; developing and implementing student learning outcomes assessment processes for courses and programs;
3. collaborating in the development and revision of curriculum and in program review;
4. engaging in department program improvement initiatives;
5. participating in department, division, and college committees;
6. participating in professional development activities, both departmental and college-wide;
7. maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter area and effective teaching/ learning strategies;
8. maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
9. informing students of course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance requirements;
10. preparing and grading class assignments and examinations and informing students of their academic progress;
11. maintaining attendance, scholastic, and personnel records and submitting them according to published deadlines;
12. posting and holding sufficient and regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy;
13. participating in College's shared governance processes.
Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience:
Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and faculty.
EDUCATION The applicant must possess one of the following qualifications:
• Master's in mathematics or applied mathematics
• OR Bachelor's in either of the above AND Master's in statistics, physics, or mathematics education
• OR the equivalent (If you are applying for equivalency, please attach the Master's Degree Discipline Equivalency form contained in the application packet and explain how your background is the equivalent)
• OR California Community College Credential to teach Mathematics.
Desirable Qualifications:
● Experience teaching a wide range of mathematics courses, using various modes of instruction, at the community college level, or related experience.● Experience developing and revising mathematics materials and curriculum, and awareness of effects of AB1705 on curriculum.● Ability to meaningfully connect with students and build an inclusive, equitable, culturally responsive classroom environment that supports students' intellectual growth.● Ability and willingness to adapt teaching style to meet the evolving needs of students.● Ability and willingness to innovate, including integrating new technology and teaching methodologies, to enhance student learning outcomes.● Demonstrates enthusiasm, approachability, and the ability to build rapport with students and colleagues.
Ideal candidates will possess extraordinary interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, a passion for teaching, and the ability to effectively communicate with students to help them achieve their educational goals.
Job Open Date: 11/17/2024
Job Close Date: 12/27/2024
Open Until Filled: No
Employment Begins: August 2025
# of Months: 10
To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/5873417
The Contra Costa Community College District does not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, sex, or sexual orientation. This prohibition against unlawful discrimination extends to any person who is perceived to have any of the above characteristics or who is associated with someone who has, or who is perceived to have, any of those characteristics.
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