Adjunct Faculty - Mathematics

We have an opening for Adjunct Faculty – Mathematics at Chattanooga State! 

Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.
Our Values:
We cultivate an inclusive environment.
We care about the well-being of each other.
We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.

We collaborate to build a better future.

Our Mission - We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations.  Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future. 

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Department Head and/or Lead Faculty, Adjunct Faculty have as their chief duty the instruction of assigned college-level and/or learning support classes. Adjunct faculty teach classes that are scheduled during the day or evening, taught in a variety of formats, and at several different locations, including off-campus sites and local high schools. Responsibilities include: conducting classes using appropriate instructional practices, maintaining records of attendance, evaluating student performance on assignments, monitoring and communicating progress to students and the appropriate college employees, assigning midterm grades and final grades, completing mandatory training as needed, and performing other duties as assigned. Beyond teaching responsibilities, Adjunct Faculty are also obligated to comply with and support college policies as outlined in the Strategic Plan, the College Catalog, the Adjunct Faculty Handbook, and the Employment Agreement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation
- Demonstrate teaching excellence by using evidence-based instructional practices that foster student learning
- Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials
- Remain current within the field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas, and technologies

- Respect the rights of students and access to educational opportunities

Holistic Student Support
- Familiarity with holistic support for students outside the classroom. These supports include Admissions and Records, Enrollment Service Center, High School Programs, Recruiting and Orientation, Career Services, Student Support Center, Tutoring Services, Student Conduct, Student Life, Multicultural and International Services, Adult Student Services, and the Center for Access and Disability Services.
- Ensure that services and activities promote accessibility and reflect equity-minded practices.

Organizational Culture and Inclusive Practices
- Embraces and promotes the College’s goals related to organizational culture and belongingness.
- Support the Math and Science Division’s efforts to utilize best practices in providing equity-minded services and support for students, faculty, and staff.

Position Requirements:
An earned Master’s degree in Mathematics or Statistics from a regionally accredited institution or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Mathematics or Statistics.

Preferred Qualifications:
• College Teaching Experience and/or K12 Teaching Experience

• Experience with alternative delivery instructional modes – hybrid, online, virtual

• Available to teach in-person at Chattanooga State main campus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Maintains a comprehensive grasp of the particular area(s) of academic study.

• Exhibits a commitment to promoting academic excellence in students.

• Demonstrates a high level of self-discipline and self-motivation.

• Exudes a positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition toward others.

• Demonstrates punctuality and is detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks.

• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences in verbal and written form.

• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, equity-minded principles and practices related to supporting students.

**All applicant submissions must include a cover letter, CV/Resume, and Unofficial Transcript attachments**