What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mathematics - Adjunct Instructor (Ongoing) position at Sacred Heart University?
As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University's nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent's College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges–2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools–2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre.
The Department of Mathematics at Sacred Heart University invites applicants for adjunct instructors. Adjunct instructors typically teach one or two courses per semester, mainly courses at the level of Precalculus and below.
Requirements:
An earned Master's degree in mathematics or a closely related field is required. Teaching experience is preferred, but not required.
The successful candidate will actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a safe space where all may thrive and succeed.
Application Instructions:
Only electronic submissions will be considered.
Our review of applications will be ongoing based on the needs of the department.
Qualified candidates are requested to submit: a cover letter, resume, and a statement describing teaching philosophy. Official transcripts and letter of recommendation will be required upon official offer of employment. Please provide accurate referee contact information when prompted.
Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.