Math Specialist; part-time

Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) invites applications for a part-time Math Specialist to join Raider Center for Academic Success (RCAS) team! Under the direction of the Director of Math Support, the Math Specialist's job is to promote student academic success by providing students of all abilities, cultures and socio-economic levels opportunities to improve their math skills to include but not limited to algebra, precalculus, and Calculus 1 while improving test taking and note taking skills.

This includes helping students develop critical thinking, master learning challenges, master math concepts, and grow an understanding of MSOE's academic culture and expectations in accordance with MSOE's established policies and procedures. The Math Specialist will promote student academic success through respect, openness, collaboration with staff and faculty, and a student-centered approach.

This is a part-time position working 5-10 hours per week during the academic year.

At MSOE, your work has a direct and lasting impact. Our faculty and staff are united by a commitment to academic excellence, student success, and industry-connected learning. Join a community where your ideas, expertise, and dedication help students thrive, strengthen the communities we serve, and make MSOE an exceptional place to learn, work, and grow. Learn more about MSOE's awards and recognitions here and our recent 2026 Top Workplace Award
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• Provide professional tutoring and drop-in math assistance when appropriate
• Create a culture of inclusiveness, engagement and participation for all peer tutors and students to encourage the attainment of desired goals
• Develop and nurture relationships with all peer tutors, students and academic faculty in order to engage the university community in a student centered, data driven approach to student academic success
• Continuously seek ways to improve and redefine the Math Drop-In experience within the Raider Center for Academic Success to address the evolving and changing needs of the MSOE student population
• Expand and enhance the reach and impact of academic support services through cooperative, collaborative efforts with other RCAS team members, MSOE faculty and staff
• Incorporate the latest student development theory and best practices in math instruction with a student-centered approach that is uniquely MSOE and that aligns with the stated university mission and goals
• Serve as a mentor/advisor to students in all aspects of their college life to ensure that each student has the opportunity to transition, grow and thrive within MSOE's educational environment

• Effectively engage peer tutors in a planning process to develop an annual plan of action to foster the attainment of department goals and objectives
• Work in conjunction with Student Affairs, Counseling Services and Academic Departments to build and encourage strategic relationships to offer academic support to students that may be academically at-risk
• Create resources for tutors, students, and faculty
• Be able and willing to develop a thorough understanding of all MSOE academic programs
• Have an understanding and appreciation of the overall functions of the university

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Master's Degree required in a related field
• Minimum 1 year of teaching and/or tutoring Experience

• Demonstrated experience in serving in a leadership role and influencing others to achieve a common goal
• Knowledge and skills in learning theory, critical thinking theory, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus I
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before others. Ability to effectively communicate in both written and oral form.
• Able to handle several complex tasks simultaneously

MSOE is the university of choice for those seeking an inclusive community of experiential learners driven to solve the complex challenges of today and tomorrow. We are united by our six values - collaboration, excellence, inclusion, innovation, integrity and stewardship - which represent the core of our campus culture. MSOE has embarked on an ambitious strategic plan,
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