Faculty-Mathematics

This position will involve teaching a wide range of mathematics courses including, but not limited to, developmental, survey of mathematics, algebra, calculus, and differential equations.  Additionally, 20% of the full-time load could involve assignment to the Mathematics Tutoring Lab.   Must be willing to teach at multiple sites in the three county (Lehigh, Carbon, and Schuylkill) region.  The faculty position is part of the School of Mathematics and Science and reports directly to the dean of academic services.

LCCC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates.

LCCC Internal candidates must apply within 15 days of posting.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript through our online application system at www.lccc.edu/jobs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Recommends changes to the instructional programs and curricula as required.
• Keeps and submits appropriate academic records.
• Maintains instructional effectiveness by ongoing self-evaluation and incorporating current developments in instructional and learning strategies.
• Teaches courses in accordance with the master course outline and within the schedule of classes.
• Assists librarians in keeping the college collections and services current.
• Assists the college in keeping technology, facilities, and equipment current.
• Plans with the assistance of the dean, associate academic dean, or director to insure availability of supplies, textbooks, and classroom equipment requisite to the successful teaching of assigned classes.
• Maintains regular office hours, as approved by the dean, associate academic dean, or director for consultation with students.
• Serves as faculty advisor to student organizations (voluntary).
• Assists in the advising of students in their program of study.
• Recruits students for programs of study.
• Participates in academic audits and assessments.
• Assists in preparation of budgets for submission to the dean, associate academic dean, or director.
• Assists in preparation of academic schedules for submission to the dean, associate academic dean, or director.
• Serves on college committees and advisory boards.
• Where appropriate, makes recommendations to the dean, associate academic dean, or director on staffing courses.
• Works with dean, associate academic dean, or director and fellow faculty including adjuncts to maintain academic standards and integrity.
• Works with new faculty in the area.
• Actively participates in faculty development activities.
• In addition to college-sponsored development activities, maintains professional development and stays current in his/her field of study.
• Works with counselors, advisors, and other college staff in responding to student needs.
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings.
• Discharges those additional duties normally and customarily associated with college faculty.
• Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Qualifications:

Required

Education

• Master’s degree or beyond in statistics, applied mathematics, or mathematics or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Foreign degrees – must provide a US equivalency report of your degree credentials with your transcript, if not, your resume will not be accepted.

Certifications

• Act 153 Clearances (Act 34 PA Criminal Background, Act 151 PA Child Abuse History, Act 114 FBI Clearance Fingerprinting)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Familiarity with mission of a comprehensive community college.
• Must possess a high level of the following work skills and behaviors: teamwork/cooperation, initiative, customer service, and commitment to continuous professional growth in skills and knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in higher education.
• Experience in the development of curriculum and course materials.
• Experience with tutoring students in a wide variety of mathematic areas.
• Proficiency in the use of current technological tools and methods of technology-assisted instruction.
• Experience with content statistics.
• Bi-lingual, with an emphasis on languages commonly spoken by LCCC students.