Mathematics - Full-Time Tenure Track Faculty
Harper College

Overview

Harper College is one of the nation's premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 30,000 students annually in Chicago's northwest suburbs. The College's academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs. In 2022, Harper also received the distinction of being recognized as a Top 25 semifinalist for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.

Harper College's Department of Mathematical Sciences seeks a full-time, tenure-track faculty member to provide instruction for a wide range of courses. The department is known nationally for its partnership with the area high school districts and its forward thinking with regards to corequisite courses and shortened math pathways for students.

Primary responsibilities are for teaching a minimum of 15 contact hours per week while maintaining a minimum of 6 office hours per week for student consultation. Participation in institutional, divisional, and departmental committees, shared governance, strategic planning, professional development, or other activities is also expected.

Educational RequirementsAt least a Master's degree in mathematics or related field with at least 18 semester hours in graduate-level mathematics.Experience RequirementsMathematics teaching experience at the secondary or collegiate level is required. The teaching requirement may be fulfilled through a program of supervised teaching as a graduate student.Application Review DateApplications are accepted until the position is filled though priority will be given to applications received on or before: December 8, 2023.

Special Notes

*You will not be able to complete the application without attaching the following documents:

• Cover letter
• CV/Resume (Does not substitute for completed application)
• Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts from Regionally accredited institutions
• A one page single-spaced statement of your teaching philosophy. In your teaching philosophy, please include how you approach classroom management, how you assess students, and how you use instructional technology.

* Official transcripts required upon hire
* Employment is contingent upon Criminal Background Check.
* Employment sponsorship is not available.

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