Instructor of Mathematics-Durham

Instructor (NS)
About Us

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) a constituent of the University of North Carolina System, is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer our Residential high school program in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors, our Online supplementary honors program, and individual virtual daytime Connect courses in partnership with local high schools, all tuition free.

Our wide array of summer offerings for rising fifth- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980. For more information visit ncssm.edu

. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr.

CLOSING DATE:
Tuesday, September 29, 2026

The position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date listed.

POSITION TYPE: 10-month Permanent, EHRA Faculty, FLSA Exempt, 1.0 FTE

ANTICIPATED

START DATE:

January 2027

NCSSM and the Academics Programs Division foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research.

This position is a full-time, ten-month appointment in the Department of Mathematics at the NCSSM-Durham campus, with full benefits through the state of North Carolina. The position reports to the Durham Chair of Mathematics and is responsible for providing instruction for assigned courses.

• Plan and develop an instructional program that helps students assimilate specific course content and skills;
• Develop and communicate to students clear course objectives and goals;
• Participate in discipline and multi-section course meetings;
• Create a syllabus and other required administrative documents;
• Take attendance and enforce the attendance policy;
• Grade and provide feedback to students in a timely manner, and submit grade reports on time with sufficient comments when required;
• Communicate with parents and support team when necessary;
• Hold at least three office hours per week and hold tutorial sessions as outlined by the department;
• Structure and manage an environment conducive to learning;
• Model for students responsibility to self and others;
• Follow the school's mission, policies, and procedures;
• Engage in both January terms by proposing and teaching approved January-Term courses;
• Participate in foundational duties for all faculty including required meetings, academic advising, event participation (at least two Saturdays per year), professional development and outreach, written appraisals/evaluations, and involvement in the NCSSM community;
• Serve on departmental, faculty, and school-wide standing committees;
• Write recommendations for up to 15 students each year, as requested;
• Participate in professional development and personal intellectual growth activities;
• Participate in one or more of the following professional duties:

• Provide information, service, and expertise to other schools and organizations;
• Assist students on special projects, independent and individual study, and seminar-based studies;
• Participate in…