Visiting Instructor of Developmental Mathematics - 1YR

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Description:

The Berea College Department of Mathematics invites applications for a Visiting Instructor in Developmental Mathematics to begin in August 2026. The position requires an MA, MS, or higher degree; special consideration will be given to applicants with at least 18 graduate hours in Mathematics. Duties will include teaching three classes (a total of 12 credit-hours) in basic and/or intermediate algebra in each of the fall and spring terms, holding regular office hours and tutoring sessions, and collaborating with faculty on program assessment and development initiatives. Successful candidates will, through teaching and service, demonstrate a commitment to building a diverse community.

The Mathematics Department seeks a compassionate and dedicated educator to support students in building strong foundational mathematical skills. This position plays a vital role in advancing our mission to provide high-quality education to students of great promise, particularly those who have encountered systemic barriers or experienced significant math anxiety or math trauma in prior academic settings. Qualified candidates will have substantial experience teaching algebra-based courses and a demonstrated commitment to supporting learners who face challenges in mathematics.

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, statement of teaching philosophy, current CV, transcripts, and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Duties will include teaching three classes (a total of 12 credit-hours) in basic and/or intermediate algebra in each of the fall and spring terms, holding regular office hours and tutoring sessions, and collaborating with faculty on program assessment and development initiatives. Successful candidates will, through teaching and service, demonstrate a commitment to building a diverse community.

Founded in 1855, Berea College is nationally recognized as the first coeducational and interracial college in the South. Berea has a longstanding commitment to interracial education and is one of the most racially diverse private liberal arts colleges in the United States. With an emphasis on service to Appalachia and beyond, Berea enrolls more than 1,500 students from 46 states and U.S. territories and more than 70 countries. Berea College admits students who are unable to afford tuition and provides all of them with a no-tuition promise. Berea’s students excel in the College’s supportive yet demanding academic environment, and most are the first in their families to attend college. As one of only ten federally recognized Work Colleges, all Berea students are expected to work 10-12 hours weekly in various positions across campus. Berea College is also the only institution in Kentucky to receive the 5-Star Rating from Money Magazine, 2025. Washington Monthly has named Berea College the #1 Best College in the nation in its 2025 College Guide. Berea College appears in their rankings as #1 College (overall): Best College for your Tuition (and Tax) Dollars, #1 Best-in Class College, #1 Liberal Arts College and #1 Best Bang for the Buck Southern College.

Located where the Bluegrass Region meets the Cumberland Mountains, the town of Berea (pop. 16,000) lies forty miles south of Lexington and is approximately two hours from Cincinnati, Louisville, and Knoxville. More information about Berea College is available at www.berea.edu.

Berea College, in light of its mission in the tradition of impartial love and social equality, welcomes all people of the earth to learn and work here.

Berea College is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team.


Berea College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Our Benefits:
Berea College offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their families including health care, dental, vision, retirement, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and an Employee Assistance Program. The benefit package also includes access to the Child Development Laboratory for children of College Staff, ages 6 weeks to 6 years, Seabury Center Membership, Staff Development Funds and Tuition Reimbursement.

Eligible staff employees also receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work an average of 24 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.