Developmental Math Non Tenure Track Faculty Gallatin College (Applicant Pool)

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Announcement Number FAC - VA - 24053

For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Sarah Maki
(406) 994-6234
sarah.maki1@montana.edu


Classification Title Instructor

Working Title Developmental Math Non-Tenure Track Faculty - Gallatin College (Applicant Pool)

Brief Position Overview
Gallatin College seeks non-tenure track faculty for Developmental Math.


Faculty Tenure Track No

Faculty Rank Non-Tenure Track

Position Number 4A6792

Department Gallatin College

Division Gallatin College

Appointment Type Non-Tenure Track (Pooled)

Contract Term Semester

Semester Fall & Spring

If other, specify From date

If other, specify End date

Union Affiliation Contact HR for Determination

FTE Dependent on work load units.



Benefits Eligible Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - 406-994-3651)

Salary $1,300 per credit

Contract Type LOA

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type Open




Position Details




General Statement
Gallatin College seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions.

The department or program search committees or hiring authority will review and evaluate the submitted application materials.

Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the non-tenure track faculty hiring pool.

Gallatin College values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment.

Gallatin College recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.


Duties and Responsibilities
Gallatin College seeks course instructors to teach on the MSU Bozeman Campus in the areas of Basic Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, and a wide range of Algebra courses from Prealgebra up to and including College Algebra.

+ Provide an active learning environment four to five days per week in a face-to-face classroom environment.

+ Attend weekly coordination meetings.

+ Maintain a minimum of four office hours per week on the Bozeman campus

+ Provide assistance to students in a drop-in help lab at least one hour per week



Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Qualifications vary based on course assignments:


+ For Developmental Math courses: a bachelor’s degree in the discipline

+ For core level coursework (Contemporary Mathematics and College Algebra): Master’s degree required in Mathematics or a related academic field

+ Demonstrated experience working with and engaging diverse students and colleagues within and outside the department



Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

+ For Developmental Math courses: a master’s degree in the discipline

+ Prior teaching experience

+ Experience in developmental education

+ Understanding of the Two-year College Mission

+ Demonstrated commitment to student, faculty, and staff diversity



The Successful Candidate Will

+ Work professionally and effectively with diverse individuals.

+ Possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

+ Have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Gallatin College Montana State University.

+ Be aware of the needs of at-risk students both inside and outside of the classroom by constantly monitoring student progress, providing feedback to both students and advisors, as well as connecting students to university resources as appropriate.

+ Have an appreciation of diverse constituencies and add intellectual diversity to the department.



Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
The position for which you have applied MAY BE a Union position.

Union affiliation is determined by job duties and the collective bargaining unit.



* Faculty – Gallatin College – Any position more than .5 FTE MAY BE eligible for benefits as outlined in the policies of the Montana Two-Year College Faculty Association ( MTYCFA (http://mus.edu/hr/cba/collbarg.asp) ), Montana State University, the Montana University System or the AFMSU Non Tenure Track Collective Bargaining Agreements (http://mus.edu/hr/cba/collbarg.asp) .

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job.

Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.


Physical Demands
Normal classroom environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.


The Program
Developmental courses are designed to develop students’ skills to ensure success in subsequent courses.

High quality instruction, small class sizes, and out-of-class support are hallmarks of the Developmental Education program.


The Department
To enhance educational opportunity, Gallatin College offers developmental coursework, transfer degrees and workforce certificates.

High quality instruction, small class sizes, and out-of-class academic support are hallmarks of Gallatin College MSU .


The College
Gallatin College MSU is Southwest Montana’s two-year college, offering associate degrees and one- and two- year professional certificates.

Gallatin College complements the four-year programs at Montana State University and ensures access to workforce development that promotes a vibrant local economy.





Posting Detail Information




Number of Vacancies Multiple

Desired Start Date Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled.

Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.



Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:
Applications will be accepted and screened for the duration of this pool.


Special Instructions

Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled.

Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.

Appointments may be on a part-time basis and vary in duration, a couple weeks, a semester or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department or program.

Salary is dependent on the number of courses taught and duration.




EEO Statement
Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment.

MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html.



In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/affirmative_action_plan.html.



MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/policy/discrimination/index.html.

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