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Nevada State College
  • Position Number: 1582476
  • Location: Henderson, NV
  • Position Type: Communications - Media & Communication Studies


Part-Time Instructor - Math/Statistics

Job Description
Nevada State College (NSC) invites applications for part-time instructors to teach in-person sections of various Mathematics or Statistics courses including courses at the remedial level. We seek faculty who are enthusiastic about teaching.

Applications will be considered on an as needed basis determined by course availability. Department chairs will contact applicants when a position in their area becomes available.

Adjunct faculty members are compensated at the rate of $1,000 per credit hour. Courses range from 1-5 credits.

About Nevada State College:
Founded in 2002, NSC is a four-year public college located on a developing 512-acre campus in the foothills of Henderson, Nevada (adjacent to Las Vegas). Our faculty and staff members enjoy the rare opportunity to mold the college as it continues to grow into a cornerstone of higher education in Southern Nevada. NSC emphasizes high-quality instruction, exemplary student support, evidence-based practices, and innovation as a means to more efficient, effective outcomes in all departments across campus.

NSC serves approximately 4,900 students who are highly diverse and largely underserveda majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students. We seek applicants who are passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our young institution.

Core Responsibilities
  • Design course materials (syllabus, lectures, assignments, exams, etc.) Teach an in-person section.
  • Utilize training sessions/materials to master the use of Canvas, NSC's learning management system.
  • Maintain regular communication with students, adjunct coordinator, and department chair.
  • Teaching, mentoring, and advising students.
  • There is potential for collaboration with other faculty.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in mathematics or related field.
  • Evidence of a strong commitment to teaching, educational excellence, and mentoring undergraduate students.
  • Effective interpersonal, communication, and technology skills.
  • Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of due diligence background check and verification of credentials.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. in mathematics or related field.
  • Demonstrated commitment to active learning and innovative teaching.
  • Previous college teaching experience.

Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Applicants
NSC employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the Find Jobs process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at NSC and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site.

Exempt
Yes

Full-Time Equivalent
16.8%

Required Attachment(s)
Please upload the following documents:
  • Detailed resume/CV listing relevant qualifications and experience;
  • Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State College;
  • Names and contact information of three references, at least one of whom can speak to your teaching ability (you will be notified before references are contacted).

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Posting Close Date
06/17/2019

Note to Applicant
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Nevada State College does not currently sponsor Visas, all applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.


To apply, visit https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NSC-external/job/NSC---Henderson/Part-Time-Instructor---Math-Statistics_R0114836





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