How to Get a Job as a Math Adjunct at a Community College
Whether you are an aspiring full-time professor or someone who already has a career but would like to make a little extra cash, teaching part time as a math adjunct professor is an opportunity to gain experience and make some money. An adjunct professor is hired on a semester contract to teach a class. This contract could be renewed each semester. Adjuncts do not work enough hours to earn benefits, but they are also not required to take part in administrative work or research.
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Develop your qualifications for the job. Most community colleges require that adjunct teachers have at least a master's degree in the program that they are applying to teach. If you have a bachelor's degree and strong work experience, you may also be considered.
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Research available positions at community colleges in your area. Many colleges will post job openings on their website. Sites like higheredjobs.com also focus on positions available at colleges; schools may use these types of sites to attract qualified candidates You can also call math departments to see if they are planning to hire a math adjunct.
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Contact the schools that you are interested in applying to by sending them a letter of intent and your resume. Update your resume to effectively describe what makes you a good candidate for this job.
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Follow up your resume with further contact with the school. Confirm that they received your information, and send a email or a note thanking them for taking the time to look through your qualifications.
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Interview with the school, if requested. Even though you will not be a full-time member of the staff, it is important to know if you will be a good fit. Take a tour, get to know some of the other professors and learn what exactly they will expect from you. Ideally, both sides will think it is a good fit and you will be given a job offer.
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