Adjunct, Math

Located in sunny Miami, Florida, St. Thomas University is a private, non-profit university that offers 39 undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate degrees. 

The Mathematics Department invites applications from individuals with a commitment to excellence in teaching students from diverse backgrounds.

We are currently seeking Adjunct Instructors to teach a variety of undergraduate courses for the Fall 2026 semester, including College Algebra, Pre-Calculus & Trigonometry, Calculus and Statistics. Teaching assignments are for daytime and evening classes, in person at the Miami Gardens campus.

Essential Functions/Duties: 

General Education mathematics courses are coordinated across sections, with all instructors following a common syllabus, pacing, learning outcomes, and assessment structure. Adjunct faculty are expected to:

•    Prepare course materials and deliver engaging instruction
•    Promote student engagement and active participation in class
•    Teach effectively in an iPad-supported classroom environment, integrating digital resources and annotation tools where appropriate
•    Monitor attendance and student progress
•    Maintain accurate records and submit grades in a timely manner
•    Use departmental courseware and technology platforms (including ALEKS 360 for General Education mathematics courses beginning Fall 2026)
•    Support a collaborative and student-centered learning environment

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree or higher in Mathematics, Statistics, or closely related field with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Mathematics is required.

Catholic Identity

St. Thomas University is a Catholic university sponsored by the Archdiocese of Miami committed to academic and professional success guided by its Catholic identity. All employees are therefore expected to respect the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and support the University’s religious mission. All employees hereby acknowledge their familiarity and support of the religious affiliation, mission and values of St. Thomas University.

Equal Employment Opportunity

St. Thomas University is an equal opportunity employer that promotes a diverse and inclusive organization. It is the policy of the University to fill each vacancy with the candidate who represents the best fit for the position and to promote and transfer employees from within whenever possible and practical. Employment decisions are made on the basis of the candidate’s personal capabilities, qualifications, and ability to assist the University in fulfilling its mission without discrimination. With regard to the latter, the University’s program of recruiting employees for mission aims to inform prospective employees of the University’s mission and to help them and hiring personnel determine how they will support and contribute to the University’s mission.

E-Verify

St. Thomas University is an E-Verify® Employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that allows an employer, using information reported on an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to determine the eligibility of that employee to work in the United States. STU will utilize E-Verify® to verify employment eligibility for all newly hired employees.

Job Type: 

• Part-time

Schedule:

• Varies according to teaching assignment

Education:

• Master’s degree or higher in Mathematics, Statistics, or closely related field with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Mathematics is required.

Experience:

• Prior higher education teaching experience preferred.
• Strong classroom technology competency required (Canvas, ALEKS 360, Pearson MyMathLab, and iPad-based instruction preferred)

Work Location: 

• In person

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Resume
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Send all application materials to:
Dean Jeffery Plunkett and Program Chair Dr. Diana Woodward

dwoodward@stu.edu
 jplunkett@STU.EDU

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The Math Department has a need for an adjunct instructor for Spring 2026  (start date January 12). 

Preference will be given to candidates who have a Master's or PhD in Statistics, or who have experience teaching introductory college-level statistics courses.