Adjunct Professor of Mathematics

Biblical Principles and Expectations: Adjunct faculty help to further Malone’s mission to provide students with an education based on biblical faith in order to develop men and women in intellectual maturity, wisdom, and Christian faith who are committed to serving the Church, community, and world. 

I. University Overview

Affiliated with the Evangelical Friends-Eastern Region denomination, Malone strives to provide an education that produces graduates with a love of truth and a vibrant, mature faith. Our intent is that students attain the wisdom, knowledge, and skills necessary to serve, engage, and transform the communities in which they live and work. To this end, we provide the curricular and co-curricular context in which to pursue the following educational goals:

• Understand and critically engage those bodies of knowledge and cultural influences that have shaped the world;
• Understand the biblical, historical, and theological foundations of the Christian faith;
• Think critically and creatively and communicate effectively in multiple contexts;
• Attain expertise in at least one profession or academic discipline and lay the foundation for meaningful work or further studies at the graduate level;
• Explore the implications of the Christian faith for all areas of living, including intellectual, spiritual, and community pursuits.

II. University Expectations

• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, all faculty must affirm Malone’s Doctrinal Statement and agree to live in keeping with Malone’s Community Agreement.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A commitment to integrating faith and learning within the academic discipline.
• Become a participant in our supportive academic community, in which we grow together in love of God and neighbor, toward the people we were created to become.

III. Job Summary

• The primary purpose of this position is to provide high-quality education while fostering student engagement, leveraging their expertise to teach, facilitate discussions, and assess student performance.

IV. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach mathematics courses in alignment with the university's mission and learning objectives
• Develop and implement effective instructional strategies that promote student engagement
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on student work
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance
• Utilize the university's learning management system (Moodle) for course management
• Maintain professionalism and adhere to university policies
• Communicate effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect, and service
• Serve as a Christian role model to students, both inside and outside the classroom
• Demonstrate experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility
• Other duties as assigned and appropriate to the subject area and program needs

V. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Verified ability to teach assigned mathematics courses, which may include College Algebra, Statistics, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus. Deliver engaging lessons, adapting to various learning styles. Professional experience in the field related to the subject being taught
• Familiarity with online and hybrid teaching modalities
• Engagement in scholarship, research, or professional development ● Strong communication and interpersonal skills

VI. Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree or significant professional experience in mathematics
• Demonstrated expertise in subject matter and commitment to student learning
• Previous teaching experience in higher education, or the capacity to teach in higher education

VII. Working Conditions / Physical Demands

• Supervision will be provided by the Program Chair/Director
• Teaching may occur in-person, online, or hybrid format depending on departmental needs

VIII. Please combine and upload the following in one .pdf or .doc file

 ● Cover Letter - Please include: 

• Why you are interested in working at Malone
• Why you are interested in this specific position
• Why you believe you are qualified for this position

 ● CV / Resume

 ● Faith Statement (750 Words or less) Please include: 

• Statement of Christian Belief in relationship to Malone's doctrinal statement
• Your personal faith commitment and formation
• Description of your personal engagement with a local congregation or faith community

 ● Four references (include name, email, and phone number for each reference)

• 3 Professional references
• 1 Pastoral/faith leader reference along with their relationship to you and church name