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CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Instructor
WORKING TITLE: Instructor of Mathematics-Morganton
DEPARTMENT: Mathematics
POSITION LOCATION: Morganton, NC
POSITION NUMBER: 65033836
CLOSING DATE: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 11:59pm
POSITION TYPE: EHRA Faculty, 10-month, FLSA Exempt, 1.0 FTE
HIRING SALARY RANGE: Hiring salary will be determined based on education, experience, equity, budget, and market considerations.

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

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

General duties:
? 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 the admissions process by recruiting, selecting, and advising prospective
students;
? Participate in NCSSM alumni activities;
? Provide assistance for school-sponsored programs and extracurricular activities.

Team NCSSM Benefits:
NCSSM has been named the #1 Public High School in America for 2025 and 2026. Join our winning team!

NCSSM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and work-life balance of our employees. Highlights include generous vacation and sick leave; 12 annual holidays; paid parental, family medical, and community service leave; and flexible work schedules where applicable. Leave is earned monthly and pro-rated for part-time employees and those working less than 12 months. Employees also enjoy access to the State Health Plan, multiple retirement options (including TSERS and ORP), supplemental retirement savings plans, tuition waiver benefits across the UNC System, and free access to on-site facilities like a gym, library, and cafeteria. Additional perks include life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and membership eligibility with the State Employees Credit Union.

Supplemental and Contact Information:
Please complete your application in full. All required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form in its entirety. “See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume” will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. NCSSM participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Please note: Only one application is accepted per candidate for each specific job posting.

If you have questions, please email careers@ncssm.edu.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Competitive candidates will have experience teaching courses in Calculus, Data Science, or other
advanced mathematics coursework; experience in using educational technology; commitment to
designing new curriculum; and a willingness to participate in residential school programs including
social, recreational, and advisory responsibilities at times other than usual school hours.

Education and Experience:
A Master’s degree in a related field and previous teaching experience in mathematics at the Precalculus level or above required.

Please ensure that you attach a cover letter, CV, and statement of teaching philosophy to the online application before submitting.

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