What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty, Mathematics position at Shawnee State University?
Location
940 Second St. Portsmouth, OH 45662, OH
Job Type
Part-Time
Job Number
POS-035
Division
Academic and Student Affairs
Department
ASA-CAS-Mathematics
Opening Date
06/08/2026
Job Description Summary
The Department of Mathematical Sciences invites applicants for part-time teaching positions for both face-to-face and online classes such as developmental algebra, college algebra, trigonometry, calculus and statistics.
Minimum Qualifications
(EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND EXPERIENCE)
- Master’s degree in the respective or related area
- Possess excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with students with a wide range of mathematical skills and backgrounds
- Ability to use technology in teaching
- Ability to use collaborative learning techniques and student-centered methods of instruction
- Ability to work in a multiethnic/multicultural environment
- Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes evening and weekend assignments – daytime availability a plus (in some cases, may be required)
Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. All applicants must complete the online application at Shawnee.edu.
Upload a cover letter to Human Resources specifically addressing how your qualifications meet the posted qualifications, and indicating if you can teach online only, in-person only or either online or in-person. Also include your resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcript indicating highest degree attained.
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT REFERENCE SECTION: Include only the name and phone number of your Professional References - DO NOT INCLUDE their email address. If you prefer, you may skip this section entirely and provide your reference information in the Applicant Documents area of the application.
Adjunct faculty at SSU are eligible for tuition waivers (Tuition Waiver for Adjunct Faculty Policy ) and enjoy professional development opportunities, office space, and limited mileage reimbursement. They and their family (children 14 years and up) also have free access to the Rhodes Athletic Facility.
Employment with the University is dependent upon BOT budget approval for the current fiscal year. Background check is required prior to hire. Official transcripts are required and must be submitted prior to hire to Dr. Phil Blau, Chair of the Department of Mathematics, 940 2nd Street, Portsmouth, OH 45662.
Note to Applicants: This is an open posting maintained and updated every semester based upon the enrollment needs of the Department, and as such, are filled on an as-needed/ongoing basis every semester.
SSU seeks individuals who share our commitment to students as our first priority.
Shawnee State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against any individual because of race, color, genetic information, religion, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status or military status.