Assistant Professor- Developmental Math

SUNY Ulster STEM/ Developmental Math- Assistant Professor

Full Time; 10-Month; Starting August 2024

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Priority Screening: May 27, 2024 at 4PM EST

Position Summary

This is a full-time, tenure track faculty appointment teaching developmental mathematics for the SUNY Ulster Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Department.

Examples of Duties

The successful candidate will be expected to do the following:

• Teach developmental math courses including, but not necessarily limited to, MAT091 Pre-Algebra, MAT098 Basic Algebra, and MAT100 Intermediate Algebra as well as courses in our Quantway math sequence MAT095 Introduction to Quantitative Reasoning and MAT110 Quantitative Reasoning
• The ability to teach in a variety of learning modalities such as face-to-face, live remote, or HyFlex as necessary given the needs of the college
• Keep abreast of current research and best-practices in developmental mathematics education and instructional technologies through professional development activities
• Be a member of and participate in any campus Developmental Education committees as well as participate in campus-wide shared governance and other campus life activities
• Work closely with and other full-time faculty in mathematics to ensure that students leaving developmental courses are fully prepared for our college-level mathematics courses
• Work with the Developmental Math Coordinator and STEM Department Chair in outcome assessment and instituting any necessary data-driven curricular changes in developmental mathematics courses
• Perform duties described in Board policy, the faculty collective bargaining contract, and as assigned at the Stone Ridge, Kingston, and/or other designated locations
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or closely-related field
• Pre-algebra through algebra teaching experience at the college level
  
  

And

Commitment to community college goals and objectives of providing quality programs and services for culturally, socio-economically, ethnically, and academically diverse students and students with disabilities; personal qualities to work effectively and with sensitivity in a multicultural environment; awareness of and commitment to the needs of non-traditional and/or re-entry students with diverse abilities and interests.

Desirable Qualifications

• Academic scholarship in the area of college-level developmental mathematics
• Familiarity with Carnegie Math Pathways Quantway quantitative reasoning courses
• Demonstrated ability to teach developmental mathematics at the college level, using varied teaching methods that engage students in their own learning and include learning outcomes that motivate students to develop higher-order critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Experience with online teaching utilizing a common Learning Management System such as Blackboard, D2L, Moodle, or Canvas (SUNY Ulster is transitioning from Blackboard to D2L in 2023)
  
  

Personal and Professional Qualities

• Knowledge of and commitment to community college teaching
• Ability to work cooperatively in a productive team environment
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
  
  

Salary

An initial starting salary of $53,400 - $66,900 will be commensurate with education, training, and experience per academic year with an excellent benefits package has been allocated for this position. This position is contingent upon adequate funding.

Assignment & Anticipated Start Date

The selected candidates will participate in campus-wide events beginning the week of Monday, August 19, 2024. The assigned work year runs through spring graduation in May. The assignment will include an annual base teaching schedule of up to 30 contact hours.

Additional Information:

SUNY Ulster offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, NYS or SUNY TIAA Retirement Plans, SUNY Perks, tuition waivers, including dependent waivers, and SUNY tuition assistance.

In addition, SUFA-covered members receive, on an annual basis: 12 sick days, 5 personal days, and holidays indicated on the SUNY Ulster Academic Calendar.

Application Process:

The position is open until filled. However, to ensure consideration, application materials should be received via email by May 27, 2024 at 4:00 pm EST to be given priority consideration. Applications received after the deadline are not guaranteed to be reviewed. SUNY Ulster reserves the right to close, continue, cancel, postpone or restart the recruitment at any time.

Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for the position:

• Cover Letter/ letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae or Resume
• Copies of all undergraduate and graduate level Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
• Contact information for three references, and
• A statement of philosophy regarding teaching and the role of today’s community college
  
  

Please submit only materials requested. All documents included in your application file become the property of the College. Applicants who fail to submit all required materials will not be considered.

We invite you to be part of a dedicated community of learners in an academic department that puts students first. Please go to for additional campus community information.

SUNY Ulster is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The college encourages applications from all qualified applicants. This position is contingent upon adequate funding. Offer and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credentials, transcripts, fingerprint check, verification of the right to work in the United States and all other required pre-employment conditions are met.

Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and who, due to a disability, require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for the position), or the interview, should notify the Human Resources Office 10 working days before the accommodation is required.

Neither the smoking of tobacco (nor other substances) nor the use of electronic vaporizers is permitted on the campus grounds.

SUNY Ulster does not reimburse applicants for travel, lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews. All interviewing costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. Internal applicants are not guaranteed an interview.

Conditions of Employment

Employment with SUNY Ulster is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements, and the Board of Trustees has approved. Offer and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, fingerprint check, verification of the right to work in the United States and all other required pre-employment conditions are met.

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