Instructor of Mathematics-Durham

North Carolina School Of Science & Mathematics

Job Location:

Durham, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

North Carolina School of Science Math

Division

VC for Academic Programs

Job Classification Title

Instructor (NS)

Position Number

Grade

FLATRATE

About Us

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) a constituent of the University of North Carolina System is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer our Residential high school program in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors our Online supplementary honors program and individual virtual daytime Connect courses in partnership with local high schools all tuition free. Our wide array of summer offerings for rising fifth- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. Specializing in science technology engineering and math and embracing the fine arts and humanities NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980. For more information visit . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex gender identity or expression age sexual orientation genetic information status as an individual with a disability or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact us at .

Description of Work

**The position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date listed.

POSITION TYPE: 10-month Permanent EHRA Faculty FLSA Exempt 1.0 FTE

ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 2026

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

Description of Duties:
This position is a full-time ten-month appointment in the Department of Mathematics at the NCSSM-Durham campus with full benefits through the state of North Carolina. The position reports to the Durham 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 schools 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.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

HIRING SALARY RANGE: Salary commensurate with education and experience.

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.

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.

Please visit NCSSM Employee Benefits for more information.

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 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 .

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Education and Experience:

A Masters degree in a related field and previous teaching experience in mathematics at the Precalculus level or above is required.

If the selected candidate is currently pursuing their degree they will be required to provide proof of degree conferral by the hire date.

For a complete and competitive application we strongly recommend attaching a cover letter CV and statement of teaching philosophy to your online application before submission.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Tracy Lynn Fullgraf

Email:

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AgencyNorth Carolina School of Science MathDivisionVC for Academic ProgramsJob Classification TitleInstructor (NS)Position NumberGradeFLATRATEAbout UsNorth Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) a constituent of the University of North Carolina System is a world-class public high school...