Adjunct Faculty - Mathematics

Adjunct Faculty - Mathematics

Location

Multiple Campuses, MD

Job Type

Adjunct Faculty

Job Number

FY27-ADJMTH

CSM Department

School of STEM and Professional Studies

CSM Division

Mathematics and Engineering Department

Opening Date

10/21/2026

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Position Summary

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM), a two-time Aspen Award-winning institution, is accepting applications for an, Adjunct Faculty Applicant Pool, in Mathematics within the Mathematics and Engineering Department.

Adjunct faculty are hired on an as-needed basis to teach courses during the day, evening, weekend, online, hybrid, laboratory, or clinical settings, depending on program needs.

Applicants remain in the applicant pool and are contacted when instructional needs arise. Placement in the applicant pool does not guarantee an immediate teaching assignment.

About the Program

This is an applicant pool for part-time faculty in Mathematics.

The Mathematics program supports transfer pathways in STEM, business, health sciences, and general education. The department offers developmental, gateway, and advanced mathematics courses across multiple campuses and Early College locations.

The primary instructional areas include:

• College Preparatory Mathematics
• General Education Mathematics
• Statistics
• STEM Mathematics courses including Precalculus, Calculus, and Linear Algebra

Early College Opportunities

The College has a significant need for passionate adjunct faculty interested in teaching in our Early College program.

Students enrolled in Early College courses are simultaneously enrolled in their local high school while earning college credit toward certificates and degrees.

Early College faculty generally teach face-to-face between approximately 8:15 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., two to four days per week.

Application Process

Applicants should submit:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire)
• Any required licenses or certifications
• Additional discipline-specific documents, if applicable

Please note: Applications remain active in the applicant pool until the posting is refreshed or closed. Adjunct Pools will typically be refreshed annually. Departments review applicant pools as instructional needs arise.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background investigations, including a criminal history, sex offender registry check, and fingerprint background check consistent with college policy.

The College of Southern Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive learning and working environment. We welcome applications from individuals who will contribute to the Colleges mission of excellence in teaching, learning, and service.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

The adjunct faculty member is responsible for the planning, preparation, presentation, assessment, and evaluation of instruction designed to promote student-centered learning.

Faculty may teach during the day, evening, weekend, online, hybrid, laboratory, clinical, or other assigned instructional locations.

Teaching Responsibilities

Faculty are expected to:

• Plan, organize, and deliver effective instruction.
• Teach assigned courses using approved curriculum and course syllabi.
• Maintain current expertise within the teaching discipline.
• Develop meaningful lessons that support student learning.
• Incorporate appropriate instructional technologies.
• Utilize teaching strategies that address diverse learning styles.
• Foster an engaging, inclusive learning environment.
• Communicate course expectations and grading policies.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Meet scheduled classes and communicate any schedule changes promptly.
• Meet individually with students as appropriate to support academic success.

Administrative Responsibilities

Faculty will:

• Submit required course syllabi and instructional materials.
• Maintain accurate attendance and academic records.
• Utilize College instructional technologies and learning management systems.
• Respond to student communications in a timely manner.
• Complete required reports and documentation.
• Participate in required meetings, orientations, and professional development.
• Follow College policies, procedures, and the Faculty Handbook.
• Communicate student concerns to appropriate College personnel when necessary.

Program Improvement

Faculty are encouraged to:

• Participate in curriculum review and assessment activities.
• Recommend instructional materials and equipment.
• Support continuous improvement of courses and programs.
• Maintain professional currency within their discipline.

Minimum Education and Training

• Masters degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or related field; OR
• Masters degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in mathematics
• A Bachelor's degree in mathematics or mathematics education may be considered as requirements to teach developmental courses only

Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required

Preferred Qualifications

• Community college teaching experience
• Online teaching experience
• Experience utilizing digital mathematical learning platforms

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Subject matter expertise.
• Commitment to student success.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Ability to teach diverse learners.
• Experience using instructional technology.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Professionalism and collaboration.

Due to the nature of the position, work hours, or funding, benefits are not offered with this position.

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Are you available to teach classes? • Face-to-face only • Online only • Either/both

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Are you available to teach during the day? • Yes • No

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Describe your experience teaching mathematics students with varying levels of preparation and the strategies you use to support student success in quantitative courses.

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Employer College of Southern Maryland

Address 8730 Mitchell Rd

La Plata, Maryland, 20646

Phone 301-934-7700

Website http://www.csmd.edu