Assistant Professor of Mathematics

The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.

Position Description Summary/Purpose

Full-time faculty members at Goodwin University are responsible for maintaining the highest academic standards in their particular disciplines. They teach fifteen credit hours per semester, 3 semesters per year. Faculty advise students; serve on university committees; develop and maintain curriculum; stay current in their disciplines; stay current with pedagogy and teaching methodology; participate in on and off-campus staff development activities; fulfill administrative responsibilities relevant to their positions; participate in university, professional, and community service; and engage in scholarly work related to teaching and learning.

This position is slated to start Fall 2026.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities

• Teach all classes according to an approved course syllabus.
• Ensure that each course contains essential curricular components, has appropriate content and pedagogy, and maintains alignment with the course learning outcomes.
• Ensure that assigned classes are held as scheduled and support excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Assess student academic achievement and demonstrate modification of teaching techniques in accordance with assessment feedback and inclusive learning design principles.
• Submit reports in an accurate and timely manner, including attendance, grades, progress surveys, and other related documentation.
• Attend content area meetings and participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of content area goals and curriculum review based on student learning outcomes.
• Initiate discussions and make recommendations to the Director of Mathematics concerning the improvement of teaching, curriculum, and processes related to improving student outcomes.
• Attend professional development activities to remain informed of current trends and innovative approaches to instruction.
• Serve on and provide information to university committees as needed and requested.
• Conducts all work in a safe manner, and all work safety practices are followed.

Other Functions

• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Director of Mathematics and the Dean
• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill

• Demonstrated commitment to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work in an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.
• Demonstrated professional attitude, philosophy, compassion, and commitment that promotes student growth and learning.
• Ability to work collegially in a team environment.
• Ability to exercise individual initiative, independent action, and sound judgment.
• Ability to develop and deliver curriculum and instruction grounded in the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL; CAST, 2024)
• Ability to analyze, synthesize and interpret student learning outcome data to improve teaching and learning

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Minimum master’s degree in mathematics
• Minimum two years of experience teaching statistics, calculus, and mathematics to undergraduates
• Demonstrated skill in teaching in a traditional college classroom and in an on-line environment.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices in teaching statistics, calculus, and mathematics to undergraduates
• Demonstrated ability to use web-based applications and learning management software.
• Demonstrated dedication to excellence in teaching and a commitment to high academic and professional standards.

Special Requirements:

• Availability to teach on-ground classes in the day and the evening.

Full-Time Employee Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employees, spouse & dependents
• PTO program

Applicants please submit a resume/CV AND a letter of interest (cover letter)