Mathematics Instructor

Job Description

Help students unlock their potential through the power of mathematics.
As an Adjunct Mathematics Instructor at Indian River State College, you'll join a team dedicated to expanding educational opportunities, supporting student success, and empowering learners through high-quality instruction. Your expertise will help students build the foundation for achievement in a wide range of academic and professional pathways.

About Us

Indian River State College is a leading public institution on Florida’s Treasure Coast, serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are committed to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, offering associate and bachelor’s degrees, workforce training, and continuing education programs that meet the needs of our region.

At The River, we believe every student’s and every employee’s story matters. We value the diverse perspectives, experiences, and talents that come together across our campuses, creating a learning environment and workplace that is supportive, inclusive, and inspiring.

With flexible learning options online, on campus, and hybrid, we meet students where they are and prepare them for real-world success. Programs like the Promise Program expand access by providing eligible students with tuition-free opportunities, ensuring every learner has the chance to thrive.

Why Join The River

When you join Indian River State College, you become part of a collaborative and mission-driven community where your work makes a meaningful impact. Here, your role is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to shape futures, support student success, and contribute to a college that is changing lives every day.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparing, instructing and grading all class coursework;
• Assigning final grades;
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours to meet with students.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

• Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution in the specific teaching discipline, or a Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum of eighteen (18) graduate hours in the specific teaching discipline.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written;
• Proven teaching skills with the ability to convey basic concepts and theories in a practical and comprehensible way;
• Ability to recognize and to respond to students from culturally diverse backgrounds as well as the willingness to make students active partners in the teaching/learning process;
• Computer literacy and experience using computers in classroom with a willingness to apply technology and innovative approaches to the teaching of specific discipline.

PREFERRED:

• A Doctorate from a regionally accredited institution in the teaching discipline;
• Two to five years teaching experience in a post-secondary institution;
• All instructors must meet the appropriate credentialing requirements for the Southern Association for Colleges and Schools (SACS).

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Instructing assigned classes; grading all quizzes, tests, and written assignments;
2. Assigning final grades and delivering grades and grade justification sheets;
3. Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours to meet with students;
4. Maintaining a safe and effective classroom environment;
5. Participating in department, division, and general adjunct faculty meetings;
6. Completing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires an ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time and to present oral lectures/demonstrations, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds.  Some lifting of computer and electronic equipment may be required.  It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary.  IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

Classification

Adjunct

Supervisory

No

FLSA Exempt

Yes

Employment Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Compensation and Application Deadline

Credit rate $690.00 - $775.00 | Open until filled | Commensurate with Degree/Experience Level