The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.

The Cosumnes River College’s Mathematics Department is dedicated to providing a rigorous, supportive, and diverse academic experience. We emphasize challenging lecture courses, where instructors work closely with students to help them reach their goals while adhering to the department’s standards of excellence in mathematics education. We constantly strive to improve the quality of our instruction and are eager to add faculty members who are dedicated to both mathematics and teaching.

The department maintains a focus on: 

• Understanding the diverse backgrounds, learning styles and challenges of community college students. 
• Innovative teaching that encourages critical thinking, student success, and lifelong learning. 
• Exploring and providing alternative pathways to support students in non- STEM majors. 
• Promoting academic integrity in our students and ourselves.
• Promoting a collaborative working environment. 
• Embracing alternative and innovative approaches to bolster student success without sacrificing rigor or mathematical theory. 
• Service to the department, college, and community.

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching courses in all levels of Mathematics offered at the college in:    

• Calculus (for biology/pre-med students, business, or engineering)
• College Algebra 
• Differential Equations 
• Liberal Arts Mathematics 
• Linear Algebra
• Pre-calculus 
• Statistics 
• Trigonometry

• ARC Programs and Majors
• CRC Programs and Majors
• FLC Programs and Majors
• SCC Programs and Majors

1. Have a master’s degree in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics; OR bachelor’s in either of the above AND master’s in Statistics, Physics, or Mathematics Education; OR the equivalent*. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire. 
2. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

• If your degree title differs from the minimum qualifications listed above, you are requested to apply under the “equivalent” provision.
• Applicants applying under the “equivalent” provision must attach details and explain how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degrees/minimum qualifications listed above. Please visit our website for a sample letter and information on the equivalency determination process.
• If you have already been granted equivalency for this discipline, you must attach a copy of your determination form or letter. 

Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete and submit:

1. A Los Rios Community College District Application
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae 
3. Letter of Interest 
4. Unofficial Transcripts from College/University

• Applications submitted without all required documents, listed above, will be disqualified.
• Applicants indicating “see resume” on the application will not have that referenced experience considered for minimum qualifications, which may lead to the application being disqualified.
• Only information (education, experience, etc.) listed on the application will be considered for minimum qualifications.
• Applicants, including current Los Rios Community College District employees, are required to provide official transcripts, if required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Applicants are required to submit official transcripts within 60 days of the time of hire.
• Graduate advising documents and grade reports will not be accepted as official transcripts. 
• Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents. 
• A foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course work is used to meet minimum qualifications and/or salary placement even if the foreign transcript has been accepted by a college or university in the United States. 
• Foreign transcript evaluations are ONLY accepted from AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluations, Inc.) or NACES (The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) agencies or evaluators. For additional information on foreign transcript evaluations click here.