Job Description

The Department of Academic Foundations within the UAF Community and Technical College (CTC) is seeking passionate and dedicated adjunct instructors to join our team. We take pride in fostering an inclusive, student-centered environment that emphasizes collaboration and academic excellence. If you are enthusiastic about teaching and have a solid mathematics background, this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' academic success. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply today!

The Adjunct for Math position focuses on teaching developmental math courses, with the potential to also teach math study skills. In addition to instructing in key math concepts, the role may include teaching math study skills courses that focus on improving students’ learning strategies and overall academic performance. As an instructor, you will play a crucial role in fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where students can gain confidence in their mathematical abilities and succeed academically. You will work closely with students who need additional guidance in math, helping them build the skills necessary to achieve their educational goals.

To thrive in this position, you should bring a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success. Candidates should be capable of working independently and as part of a team, with the ability to use technology effectively in the classroom. Strong communication skills and the ability to create a supportive learning environment for students are key. Experience teaching developmental math and proficiency with online learning platforms will help ensure your success in helping students build their foundational math skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in mathematics or a related field, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher in mathematics coursework.

• Experience using educational technology, such as Canvas and ALEKS, is required.

• At least one year of teaching experience in developmental-level math (which may include high school instruction).

Position Details:

This position is located in Fairbanks, Alaska. This is a part-time, adjunct instructor position. Minimum salaries are set by the Collective Bargaining Agreement with United Academic - Adjuncts, AAUP-AFT/AFL-CIO. Salaries may vary based on education and experience.

To be considered, please attach the following required documents to your application:

• Resume
• Cover letter which describes how you are a good fit for our team
• Contact information for three (3) professional references

This is a pooled position, which means that the position remains open over the entire academic year. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as additional adjunct instructors are needed. 

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This is an at-will, union represented adjunct position, and may be canceled based upon the needs of the university.

This position is represented by United Academic - Adjuncts, AAUP-AFT/AFL-CIO.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual:  .

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Kellsey Huizenga, UAF CTC HR Coordinator, at  kehuizenga@alaska.edu or 907-455-2814.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

* Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online:  . Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or  police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or  uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu . 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online:  . Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or  uaf-orca@alaska.edu .

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online:  . Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing  uas.clery@alaska.edu .

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Part time, Immediate start, Visa sponsorship,

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