What are the responsibilities and job description for the Math Instructor position at Northwest Iowa Community College?
DIVISION: Arts & Science/Business & Health
SUPERVISOR: Dean-Arts & Sciences/Business & Health Division
BASIC FUNCTION: Full-time, nine month contract. This position may include instructional responsibility for courses including Applied Math Topics, Elementary Algebra, Math Fundamentals, Algebra and Trigonometry, Math for Liberal Arts, and Statistics. Teaching assignments may include other course work within the broad discipline of mathematics. Courses to be taught may include instruction within the Arts and Sciences program, Career and Technical Programs, and Development programs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required – Master’s Degree appropriate to the field of instruction.
Preferred – Previous collegiate level instructional experience.
The successful applicant for this position will be required to meet the new instructor criterion as established by the Northwest Iowa Community College Quality Faculty Plan.
Copies of all academic transcripts are required. Unofficial copies are acceptable at the time of application. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment, a complete set of original transcripts will be required.
DESIRED QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS:
1. Exhibit knowledge in the areas of mathematics appropriate to higher education instruction.
2. Ability to work with wide range of students.
3. Ability to provide effective instruction in a broad spectrum of courses within the disciplines of mathematics.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Conduct effective instruction in all assigned areas, using approved course outlines.
2. Develop and maintain current course syllabi/outlines for assigned courses.
3. Notify the Division Dean, Vice President of Student & Academic Services, designee, or individual in charge as early as possible of inability to meet a class.
4. Measure and evaluate student progress and maintain accurate grade computations. Submit grade reports to Student Services according to designated timelines.
5. Attend all faculty and division meetings and serve on college committees as appropriate.
6. Schedule and meet with program advisory committee a minimum of once per year.
7. Recommend library books and films.
8. Assist in the budgeting process by identifying instructional materials and equipment.
9. Counsel, advise, and/or refer students as appropriate.
10. Maintain evidence of competency achievement (knowledge and application of knowledge) and demonstrate continuous professional development as outlined in the Quality Faculty Plan.
11. Assist in promotion and recruitment of the instructor’s respective program(s).
12. Submit requisitions for needed supplies to immediate supervisor.
13. Serve as a resource person for students and graduates regarding job opportunities.
14. Enforce all Northwest Iowa Community College student policies.
15. Participate in professional development activities.
16. Provide students written course expectations, including course objectives, attendance policy, methods of evaluation, and grading practices.
WAGE/SALARY RANGE: Depending on experience.
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Applications accepted until the position is filled; review of applications to begin immediately.
ANTICIPATED EMPLOYMENT DATE: August 2025
