Employment Opportunity

EO No: 2016-068



Position: Mathematics Instructor
Salary:

$16,131.00-$17,819.00PA       

Benefits:

Position is eligible for housing and transportation benefits”                                                  

                                                     

Opening Date: August 10, 2016   
Closing Date: September 9, 2016
Location:

National Campus/Mathematics & Science
P.O. Box 159
Kolonia, Pohnpei FM  96941

 

 

Mission Statement:

The College of Micronesia-FSM is a learner-centered institution of higher education that is committed to the success of the Federated States of Micronesia by providing academic, career and technical educational programs characterized by continuous improvement and best practices.

Core Values:

Duties:

Teaching 12 to 15 contact hours per semester with one to four preparations in mathematics and/or developmental mathematics courses. Teaching classes in accordance with the goals and objectives of the course as described in the course outline. Maintaining accurate records of student attendance and student learning outcomes/grades, in accordance with COM-FSM regulations. Submitting records to Chairperson after the end of the semester/session. Keeping at least 5 office hours per week. Participating in one standing committee; may be asked to participate in adhoc committees. Advising students. Participating in special College functions such as graduation. Participating in Division activities.  This includes meetings, curriculum development and developing procedures for improving current classes. Participating in assessment activities. Participating in professional development. Attending to additional needs of the College or the community as agreed upon by the faculty member in consultation with their supervisor. Adhering to the policies and procedures of the College of Micronesia-FSM.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in mathematics or equivalent field from a US accredited college and two years of full-time experience teaching at the post-secondary level. Foreign credentials must be equated to meet US standards using World Education Services at http://www.wes.org. Knowledge of and experience with establishment and assessment of student learning outcomes, formative assessment and related matters. Knowledge of curriculum development. Ability to develop innovative and culturally relevant teaching strategies for math. Give evidence of exemplary teaching ability. Shows good command and knowledge of developmental mathematics and the teaching of the subject matter. Ability to communicate with clarity. Demonstrated capability of different methods of presentation. Demonstrated ability to hold interest of students; command their respect; be fair and impartial, and encourage participation. Initiative, interpersonal skills and culturally sensitivity are essential. Preferred a PhD degree and experience successful teaching oversea and/or diverse populations.

Contact:
Applications are available at the College of Micronesia–FSM Human Resources Office, state campus sites or at the college’s website at www.comfsm.fm.
Process:

Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

  1. A letter of interest addressing how the candidate’s professional qualification and experience match the minimum essential requirements of the position (not to exceed 3 pages);
  2. COM-FSM application form (http://www.comfsm.fm/jobs/HRdocs/employment08.pdf ); 
  3. A current resume which includes personal email address and cellular phone number;
  4. Copies of college transcripts for all degrees earned;
  5. A minimum of three professional reference letters; and
  6. A brief teaching philosophy.

 

Documents are to be submitted electronically to hro@comfsm.fm (preferably as PDF attachments) or mailed to:

                                                Human Resources Office
College of Micronesia-FSM
P. O. Box 159
Pohnpei  FM  96941

 (U.S Postal Service domestic rates apply in the Federated States of Micronesia.)

Applications will be accepted until September 9, 2016 followed by screening by the committee. Official and hard copies of college transcripts are require to be mailed directly from schools to HRO when a candidate is being considered.

The College reserves the right to request or require from any applicant additional documentation or certification in addition to the minimum requirements stated in this advertisement in order to be considered for this position. All persons applying must meet or exceed any additional qualifications required in the COM-FSM Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual.


The College of Micronesia–FSM is an equal opportunity employer.
FSM Citizens are encouraged to apply