Instructor of Mathematics
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Florida Polytechnic University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-equivalent Instructor of Mathematics, beginning August 2027.
Every Florida Poly student takes mathematics, and calculus is the gateway to every engineering, computing, and science degree we offer. This role puts you at the center of that gateway. You will teach in a coordinated program where instructors share common assessments and course materials, and you will help shape how the sequence is taught.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities
Teach Precalculus, Calculus I, II, and III, and Introductory Statistics, with opportunities to teach other courses in the curriculum
Collaborate with colleagues in coordinated, multi-section courses, and coordinate a large multi-section course when assigned
Maintain current course sites in Canvas and complete course-related administrative work on schedule
Teach sections scheduled across the full day, which may include 8:00 a.m. and evening sections
Contribute to department and University service
Minimum qualifications
Master's or doctoral degree in mathematics, statistics, or a closely related field, with at least 18 graduate credit hours in mathematics or statistics
Experience teaching college-level mathematics as the instructor of record
Evidence of effective college-level teaching
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Preferred qualifications
Experience teaching in or coordinating multi-section mathematics courses
Use of active learning or other evidence-based teaching practices
Experience developing course materials, common assessments, or instructional resources
Experience supporting students who arrive with a wide range of mathematical preparation
About the department :
The Department of Applied Mathematics is a collegial group of 21 full-time faculty members across all academic ranks. We have a reputation for high-quality instruction and are strongly student focused. Faculty engage in innovative and modern pedagogies while working together in highly coordinated courses. In addition, department members conduct research in everything from educational studies through abstract mathematics to cutting-edge applied applications. It is a vibrant and welcoming department with a strong commitment to advancing Florida Poly’s mission.
Application note
The teaching statement (one to two pages) should describe your approach to teaching foundational mathematics and include evidence of effectiveness, such as student evaluations, examples of instructional practice, or evidence of student learning. Experience with active learning, instructional technology, or coordinated courses is welcome. A research statement is not required.
Key dates
Start date: August 2027
Full consideration: applications received by January 11, 2027. Review continues until the positions are filled.
How to apply
Apply through the Florida Polytechnic University Careers website. Upload each document below as a PDF in the Resume/CV field before continuing; once an application is submitted, it cannot be changed. Applications missing any of these documents will not be reviewed and the application will be dismissed as incomplete.
Cover letter naming the position and rank you are applying for and explaining how your experience fits the role and Florida Poly's mission
Curriculum vitae with at least three professional references contact information
Teaching statement (up to two pages) describing your approach to teaching and evidence of its effectiveness
Unofficial transcripts for all graduate degrees. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Degrees earned outside the United States require an equivalency evaluation from a certified credential evaluation service, submitted with the application
Compensation : Commensurate with experience and rank.
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