Technical Math and Applied Science Instructor

Overview:

State Fair Community College has an opening on the Sedalia campus for a full-time technical math and applied science instructor. This individual will be responsible for teaching courses that may include technical math, applied science, and construction statics and strengths. This position requires a commitment to student success, instructional excellence, and continuous improvement in course design and delivery. The ideal candidate will bring industry experience, innovative use of active teaching strategies, ability to connect with technical education students, and a commitment to student engagement and growth. This position is open to all individuals who meet the qualifications outlined below. Most importantly, we are looking for someone who demonstrates both enthusiasm for the subject and a passion for teaching.

Essential Duties / Knowledge & Skills:

• Develop and deliver engaging course content that aligns with program objectives and outcomes.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to support student growth and learning.

• Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy and sensitivity to students with diverse learning needs, coupled with a commitment to innovative teaching methods that improve comprehension and reduce anxiety in math and science learning.
• Collaborate with other faculty members to ensure that the content covered meets the needs of technical education programs.
• Design hands-on learning activities that encourage problem-solving and critical thinking that is student-centered through various modalities, including in-person, online, and hybrid formats.

• Actively support student success by identifying students who are struggling or need additional assistance, communicating concerns as appropriate, and motivating students who are performing well.
• Willingness to assume instructional-related responsibilities and leadership roles beyond the classroom such as mentoring adjuncts, serving as lead instructor, and serving on committees.

• Maintain accurate records of student grades and progress ensuring confidentiality of student records. Comply with college assessment practices by evaluating and reporting student learning through defined college processes.
• Maintain regular availability for student assistance during class time, host weekly student support hours outside of class time and consistent with college policies, and be available Monday-Friday during contracted business hours.

• Represent the technical education programs at community events, career fairs, and other outreach and recruitment activities to promote the program and engage with potential students.
• Comply with all College and Program policies while maintaining professional conduct.
• Other duties as deemed necessary for the function of the college.

The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Applied Science, Engineering, Physics or a closely related quantitative field, with a minimum of 18 semester hours in mathematics, physics, or other directly related quantitative coursework from a regionally accredited institution.

Preference is given to those with teaching or training experience and industry experience. Desired applicants should demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, a passion for education, an understanding of the community college population, a commitment to the mission and vision of SFCC, and a concern for rigorous academic standards, retention and outcomes assessment, and the mastery of active learning techniques in the classroom.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Applied Science, Engineering, Physics or a closely related quantitative field, with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in mathematics, physics, or other directly related quantitative coursework from a regionally accredited institution.
• Prior community college teaching experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of career and technical education pathways
• Familiarity with industry-aligned curriculum, competency-based education, or contextualized math/science instruction
• Experience with online and hybrid instruction, including the use of learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard).
• Experience in curriculum development and instructional design.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in engineering, manufacturing, or technical education.
• Demonstrated ability to create engaging and interactive instructional materials.
• Experience using technology to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.

• Completed applications will include cover letter, resume, three contact references, and unofficial transcripts (official transcripts must be requested upon hire). Employment will require a criminal background check at college expense. Preference is given to Missouri residents.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FOR FY26

(July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026

General Information
Coverage begins on the first day of the month following the start of employment. (e.g.: If employment begins Feb 1, coverage starts Mar 1). All premiums are paid monthly.

Health Insurance
Base medical insurance is 100% paid by SFCC for employees.

• 
  SFCC contributes $11/month to Plan 11 - HSA.

**SFCC contributes $134/month to Plan 13 - HSA.

• SFCC provides life insurance equivalent to the employee’s annual salary (rounded up to the nearest $1,000). Example: $44,432 rounds to $45,000.
• Additional life insurance may be purchased for the employee, spouse, and eligible children (rates based on age).

• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Supplemental Term Life Insurance
• Legal Services Plan
• Identity and Fraud Protection Services

Retirement plan eligibility depends on employment classification (Salaried or Hourly):

• SFCC matches 100%
• No Social Security withheld
• Medicare only is withheld

• Employee contribution: 6.86% of gross pay, plus monthly employer-paid insurance costs
• SFCC matches 100%
• Medicare and Social Security are withheld

• 4 hours per pay period: 0–5 years
• 5 hours per pay period: 6–15 years
• 6 hours per pay period: 16 years
• Maximum accrual cap: 160 hours
• Faculty are not eligible for vacation due to built-in contractual time off but have access to 2 personal days/year.

• 5 hours per pay period for all employees
• Maximum accrual cap: 1,040 hours

• Electronic application required each semester

CMU Tuition Waiver:

• Spouse only: 50% waiver on graduate tuition (excludes books, fees, supplies)
• Electronic application required each Academic year

• 20’ x 30’ garden plots available free of charge
• Plots are prepared and water is provided
• Typically available March–October

• Payroll is processed semi-monthly (24 times per year)
• Hourly employees are paid one pay period in arrears
• All full-time, exempt offers must meet SFCC Board of Trustees approval