The University of Central Arkansas visiting faculty is responsible for teaching, research and service. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. The position is non-tenure track and a one year appointment.

The candidate will teach six courses during the fall semester and two courses during the spring semester. All developmental mathematics courses in the Department of Student Transitions are offered in a corequisite model in which the developmental course is paired with a college credit course. As such, the candidate may be responsible for teaching both developmental and credit-bearing freshman level mathematics courses. The candidate may also have the opportunity to teach a student success course offered by the department. Additional duties include using online course management software, integrating technology in the classroom, and performing department and university service.

The Department of Student Transitions is an academic department which assists at-risk students to make a successful transition to college-level courses and to college life. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the research and practice of student-centered teaching, a willingness to employ creative teaching strategies, excellent interpersonal skills, and an ability to collaborate effectively with a team of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to the educational success of all our students.

The formal education of a Master’s degree in mathematics is required.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching under-prepared, at-risk students at a two- or four- year institution of higher education. The candidate should have exceptional oral and written communication skills and a strong record of demonstrated potential for effective teaching.

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000, of which more than 15% are graduate students. The university offers more than 90 undergraduate and 60 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. The undergraduate student body consistently scores above the national average on the ACT exam. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities. UCA seeks to attract students and employees that are dedicated to building a culture of diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity.

Posting Detail Information

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.