What are the responsibilities and job description for the Math Tenure Track Faculty (F) position at Edmonds Community College?
Position Overview
MATH TENURE TRACK FACULTY
SALARY: $85,958.16 - $87,367.71
CLOSING DATE: February 24, 2025 11:59PM PST
LOCATION: Lynnwood, Washington
DESCRIPTION: Edmonds College is seeking a Math Tenure Track Faculty member.
This position is enabled by the Our Colleges, Our Future Act of 2021 to guarantee equitable access and educational success for all, particularly for students from communities of color and low-income communities. The college seeks faculty who demonstrate enthusiasm for learning, are able to adapt to a variety of teaching situations, can employ student-centered approaches and instructional technology effectively, and work collaboratively with students, staff, and others in a campus climate that promotes cultural diversity, equity, inclusion, and student learning and success.
As a Mathematics Faculty Member, you will be responsible for teaching and providing leadership in various Mathematics courses, including, but not limited to: algebra, precalculus, calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, and statistics. In this role, you will be responsible for developing an inclusive and equitable curriculum, preparing teaching materials, developing and assessing learning outcomes to evaluate student work, assigning grades, maintaining required records, academic advising, and consulting with students. Other responsibilities include: department head duties; participating in achieving the College¿s mission and goals; upholding the College¿s values; college governance via department and division work; committee assignments; required professional development and college in-service activities (including employee orientation and college compliance training); and personal and program evaluation. The teaching assignment may include early-morning, late-afternoon, evening, weekend, or online classes.
This is a tenure-track position reporting to the Dean of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and has an anticipated start date in September 2025 (an earlier start day may be possible depending on availability); and will have a 9-month service period.
Please see the ¿Application Procedures and Required Documents¿ section below for application information. Applications received by February 24, 2025 11:59PM PST will receive priority consideration.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Expertise in the field
Cultural Competency
Commitment to Equitable Access and Educational Success
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Graduate degree in mathematics (or equivalent); OR Bachelor¿s degree in mathematics AND a Master¿s degree in a closely related discipline that includes upper division and/or graduate-level mathematics coursework completed by the end of June 2025.
- Graduate degrees in mathematics education must show evidence of sufficient pure/applied mathematics coursework at the upper-division and/or graduate levels.
- At least one year of successful, documented teaching experience in the field of mathematics at the undergraduate level, with preference given to candidates with two or more years teaching at the two-year college level.
- Excellent speaking, writing, listening, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to foster and support a teaching, learning, and working environment that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion.
PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:
COMPENSATION:
The salary is based on the current faculty salary schedule; placement is based on education. The current range is $85,958.16 - $87,367.71 annually for a 172-day appointment, with contractually guided increases to $104,266.14 annually. The college provides an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, life insurance, and a retirement plan.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire.
- Criminal background check. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant¿s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- For education and degrees completed outside of the United States, an independent evaluation approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) is needed before the hiring process will be completed.
- All new positions are contingent upon funding.
- At this time, Edmonds College does not sponsor H1-B Visas.
- Complete, sign, and submit Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct
APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
- Thorough responses to supplemental questions.
- Current résumé or Curriculum Vitae.
- Names and contact information for three professional references.
- Unofficial Transcript(s) - Scan and attach them to your online application (required for both relevant undergraduate and graduate degrees).
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS - REQUIRED:
The following questions are designed to assess your job-related experience and qualifications. Note that as part of the screening process, your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. Please answer both questions completely yet succinctly (500 words or less for both questions). Responses such as "see resume" or "see application" may be considered insufficient.
1. Describe how your background and experience reflect your commitment to inclusivity for
all students from a variety of diverse backgrounds and levels of preparedness. Please
provide an example demonstrating how you effectively worked with students, staff, or
colleagues with diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and abilities to support learning.
2. Why do you think so many students struggle with college-level math and what approaches have you used to help students successfully master the course outcomes and feel more confident in their math ability?
Important, if this posting is on an external website other than www.edmonds.edu/hr or Edmonds College Job Opportunities please follow one of these links to apply. Applying via an external webpage will not enter our application system.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE:
Established in 1967, Edmonds College is a public, four-year, state college. It focuses on academic excellence, student success, and community engagement, which reflect the three aspects of its mission: Teaching | Learning | Community. It serves about 20,000 students annually, including more than 1,000 international students from more than 60 countries. The college offers nearly 70 associate degrees and 60 professional certificates in about 30 programs of study. Its highest enrolled programs are the Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degrees, Paralegal, Allied Health (pre-nursing degree), Business/Accounting, Construction Management, and Culinary Arts. The college is located in the center of the growing south Snohomish County communities of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, Mill Creek, Mukilteo, and Woodway. For more information, visit www.edmonds.edu.
EEO/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
The college provides equal opportunity in education and in employment per state and federal law. The college prohibits discrimination against any person due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), disability, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For questions about our nondiscrimination policy or gender equality and athletic teams, call our Title IX Compliance Officer 425.640.1814.
JEANNE CLERY STATEMENT:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of Edmonds College¿s commitment to safety and security on campus, the College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Edmonds College¿s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.edmonds.edu/student-services/campus-safety-and-emergency-preparedness/clery-act/default.html.
Salary : $85,958 - $87,368