Instructor, Mathematics

Instructor, Mathematics Job no: 494162 Closes: 1/31/2026 5:55:00 AM Work Type:
Faculty Full-Time Locations:
New Orleans, LA Categories:
Academic Affairs, Science and Mathematics

College: DCC

Department:
Academic Affairs

Sub department:
Science and Mathematics

Type of Appointment:
Unclassified - Faculty 9 month

• 50% - Maintain performance standards and pursue goals, objectives, and activities that promote the Mission of the College.
• Each faculty member will be evaluated annually by students, supervisors, and possibly by peers.
• Participate in professional development activities that enhance the faculty member's effectiveness.
• Attend and provide meaningful instruction for all class sessions during the semester. Be punctual in class attendance and provide instruction for the complete class period.
• Make appropriate arrangements for necessary absences according to College policies.
• Make adequate preparation for the instructional process to ensure that course content is presented in a professional manner, with adequate opportunity for students to engage in dialogue about the material, and such that the learning process is facilitated for students with varying learning styles.
• Create a learning environment in which all students are treated equitably and with respect.
• Collaborate with departmental (college-wide) colleagues in the selection of library resources, software, and textbooks and in the development of master course syllabi.
• Develop and distribute within the first week of the semester course syllabi that are in accordance with approved master syllabi and which describe in detail the requirements of the course, attendance policy, assessment strategies, grading system, appropriate safety procedures, classroom management policies, and other information as appropriate.
• Develop and administer final examinations to students during the scheduled exam periods and in accordance with College policies.
• Use a variety of assessment strategies throughout the semester to maximize student success, including assessment of program outcomes.
• Participate in assessment of non-traditional learning for credit. Maintain accurate attendance, progress, and evaluation records in an acceptable gradebook format and file these grade books (or a copy) with the division office at the end of each semester.
• Monitor the enrollment of students in classes by directing students who are not officially enrolled to their division office or the Registrar's Office to correct enrollment problems and by restricting attendance to officially enrolled students.
• Adhere to all timelines established by the College, particularly with respect to the submission of grade rosters, reporting non-attendance of students, withdrawing students from classes for excessive absences, and by responding to records inquiries and other communications about students in a timely manner.
• Instruct students in the safe and proper use of equipment and supplies and in procedures for proper housekeeping and storage of materials.
• Maximize the use of advanced technology, including the use of computers and related strategies, in the classroom as appropriate.
• Provide classroom instruction in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, College and federal harassment policies, and other legal requirements.
• Obey and enforce College policies that prohibit the use of foodstuffs in the classroom, smoking within College buildings, drugs on campus, and the destruction and misuse of all College property.
• Serve as academic advisor and participate in recruitment and retention activities for students in programs within the division.
• Participate in training sessions that familiarize the faculty member with the Student Information System.
• Perform registration assignments as scheduled by supervisor.
• Participate in committee activities within the division and at the campus and College levels.
• Assist students with information about job opportunities in the discipline or program, with certification or licensure information, and with information about articulated programs and coursework at secondary and postsecondary institutions. Serve as a resource to students in the…