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WSU's Commitment to Diversity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment by welcoming all individuals, including culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body. WSU values every individual by embracing all identities through the promotion of belonging, creativity, and uniqueness. We strive to create environments which are welcoming, inclusive, and equitable for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title
Adjunct Developmental Math Instructor
Requisition Number
A00022P
Job Summary/Basic Function
Adjunct faculty teach a maximum of eight credit hours on campus per semester, do not accrue seniority, and are employed on a semester by semester basis. Adjunct faculty are hired by the the Director of the Developmental Math Program, and they report to a full-time Developmental Math Program faculty member who serves as the lead instructor for the assigned courses.
Adjunct faculty are expected to create a student-centered, positive teaching and learning environment for students consistent with the Developmental Math Program mission and goals.
Specifically, adjunct faculty will:
Use course texts, syllabus, exams, and curriculum materials provided by and in accordance with Program standards and guidelines.
Plan and implement teaching activities and methods designed for a variety of learning styles and appropriate for Developmental Math students.
Appropriately and effectively use class periods, maintain accurate student records for grading purposes, and professionally interact with students both within and outside the classroom.
Demonstrate professional growth and development by regularly updating knowledge of both subject matter and effective teaching techniques. This can be accomplished through attendance at Program and University-sponsored workshops and through independent reading and study.
Communicate with, submit requested documents and reports to, and provide appropriate feedback to the assigned Lead Instructor and/or the Program Director.
Develop, maintain and promote a positive work environment among all part-time and full-time Program faculty.
Adhere to University and Program policies and procedures which reflect Federal, state, and local legislation that govern the educational process.
Perform other duties assigned by the Lead Instructor and/or Program Director.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
Adjunct faculty are expected to create a student-centered, positive teaching and learning environment for students consistent with the Developmental Math Program mission and goals.
Specifically, adjunct faculty will:
Use course texts, syllabus, exams, and curriculum materials provided by and in accordance with Program standards and guidelines.
Plan and implement teaching activities and methods designed for a variety of learning styles and appropriate for Developmental Math students.
Appropriately and effectively use class periods, maintain accurate student records for grading purposes, and professionally interact with students both within and outside the classroom.
Demonstrate professional growth and development by regularly updating knowledge of both subject matter and effective teaching techniques. This can be accomplished through attendance at Program and University-sponsored workshops and through independent reading and study.
Communicate with, submit requested documents and reports to, and provide appropriate feedback to the assigned Lead Instructor and/or the Program Director.
Develop, maintain and promote a positive work environment among all part-time and full-time Program faculty.
Adhere to University and Program policies and procedures which reflect Federal, state, and local legislation that govern the educational process.
Perform other duties assigned by the Lead Instructor and/or Program Director.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.
Required Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in mathematics or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Seeking applicants who have a master’s degree appropriate for a secondary education teaching position, teaching experience at the secondary or post-secondary level, and the ability to plan and implement student-centered learning strategies, including the use of technology where appropriate.
Ability to work collaboratively with peers.
Ability to exercise individual initiative and sound judgment.
Ability to work collaboratively with peers.
Ability to exercise individual initiative and sound judgment.
Background Check?
Yes
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
03/11/2024
Close Date
03/11/2025
Open Until Filled
Notes to Applicant
To apply, complete the online application, attach a resume and a cover letter.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University who have left their salaried positions within the last six months are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University who have left their salaried positions within the last six months are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
