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Kansas Employer Assistant Educator, Math and Statistics in Wichita, Kansas
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Department:Department of Mathematics, Statistics & Physics
Campus Location:Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus
Hire Type:Full Time
Pay:Salary range begins at \$50,000 and is commensurate with education and experience
Work Schedule:TBD per semester based on teaching assignments.
Export Compliance Requirement:No export control requirement.
Job Summary
Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels using various instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, and fully online). To foster applied learning into the course design and engage with industry and local business community applied projects. To advance knowledge through scholarly activities (e.g., active involvement in committees, student mentorship, recruitment and retention initiative, outreach activities, etc.)
Essential Functions
Meet expectations for teaching and service, as set forth by the department and college.
Job Duties
This position will teach an average of 12 credit hours per fall and spring semester, ranging from College Algebra through Calculus, Discrete Mathematics, and Elementary Statistics. Other responsibilities will be to participate in the growth of quality instruction within the department by acting as a mentor to Graduate Teaching Assistants and serving on appropriate departmental committees.
Required Education and Experience:
- Graduate level degree or higher in direct or closely related field
- 1+ years of mathematics and/or statistics instruction at a 4 year university
- Evidence of successful teaching
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong commitment to excellence in teaching.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Commitment to diverse populations.
- Willingness to accommodate a variety of learning styles and strategies in instructional delivery and learning activities, including online and blended learning, flexible teaching methods, and applied learning approaches.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in the Mathematical Sciences
- Experience working with course curriculum committees and participating in teaching reform.
- Mathematical technology/computer literacy
- Ability to teach via alternative delivery systems.
Additional Information:
To apply for this position, please complete the Faculty Profile including the names and contact information for three (3) references and upload the following:\ 1. Cover Letter\ 2. Curriculum Vitae\ 3. Teaching Philosophy\ 4. Statement describing your experiences working with students from diverse backgrounds (upload as Other Document)
In addition, please arrange to have three (3) letters of recommendation be sent on your behalf to Dr. Stephen Brady at<stephen.brady@wichita.edu>
Physical Requirements:
Ability to remain in a stationary position Frequent 60-90%; Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators Frequent 60-90%