Job Details

Assistant Professor Mathematics

Position Number: 6799619
Location: Bend, OR
Position Type: Mathematics

Assistant Professor Mathematics

Position Number: B278PD
Starting Wage/Salary: $61,560 - $72,009 plus exceptional benefits (subject to change based on current faculty contract negotiations)
Close Date: 01/25/2026

Primary Purpose:

The Central Oregon Community College (COCC) Mathematics Department is seeking a Mathematics instructor committed to:

Teaching and developing courses over the full range of community college offerings,
being a creator of innovative classroom materials,
student success for learners from diverse backgrounds,
a collaborative and flexible approach to mathematics education.

We are dedicated to building a community of practice for excellence in teaching. We support our colleagues in establishing a healthy and balanced work environment. We aim to create a welcoming and inclusive space for all members of our community, including students, COCC employees, and all Central Oregon residents and visitors.

Our dynamic department encourages creative exploration of how to promote student engagement and success, while being focused on solid mathematical pedagogy. We encourage faculty to pursue teaching projects they are passionate to explore if they choose to. Some examples of current work include:

providing embedded mathematics instruction for Career and Technical Education programs such as Allied Health, Fire Science, Criminal Justice, and Culinary.
implementation of project-based small group activities in developmental quantitative reasoning courses.
development of Demos-based activities and other active learning strategies in STEM path courses.

Central Oregon Community College, the oldest two-year college in Oregon, provides comprehensive college services to the residents of its 10,000-square-mile district. The COCC Mathematics department provides instruction to students pursuing two-year associate degrees, career and technical education degrees and certificates, and transfer programs. COCC campuses in Bend, Redmond, Madras, and Prineville serve credit and community education students in 6 Central Oregon counties. Central Oregon is widely recognized for its sunshine, outdoor opportunities, expansive public lands, and rich cultural offerings.

We encourage applications from candidates who identify with groups historically underrepresented in higher education.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Assistant Professor of Mathematics provides instruction to students in the Mathematics program, directs student discussion and evaluates student performance in the classroom. In addition, this position develops curriculum, assesses student learning, and provides student advising.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide instruction in area of discipline, using approved course outcome guides. Teaching assignments may be during the day (including early morning), evening, or weekend, and could include classes taught at any of the College campuses, online or remotely.
Provide student advising and assistance in areas of course selection, career planning, job placement and employment follow-up.
Hold at least five scheduled office hours per week for student help sessions and program assistance.
Utilize College tools and resources, including the Learning Management System and Disability Services software, to support teaching activities as appropriate.
Participate in department meetings, curriculum revision, course assessment, program assessment, and program review.
Engage in regular professional growth activities, remain current in the field, and maintain current credentials or licensures as required by the program.
Participate in service to the college. This may include participating in College committees, taskforces, peer teams, or other activities.
Provide meaningful, professional service to the community, businesses, public agencies, and other organizations.
Perform other essential job functions as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.

Thorough knowledge in the field of mathematics and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge.
Thorough knowledge in the fields of developmental mathematics, mathematics education, and developmental education pedagogy, and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge.
Ability to adapt and use a variety of teaching and assessment techniques including the use of technology to enhance student success.
Ability to observe, direct, and oversee students ensuring safety in the classroom or laboratory.
Ability to work with and present various curriculum concepts to a wide range of students with varying diverse backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles.
Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office suite: various course management systems; technology to teach traditional, hybrid, or online courses; and other technology used in the instruction setting.
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse students, staff, and community members.
Ability to provide services to students in a manner which does not discriminate as to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual preference or marital status.
Willingness to travel and or teach at various hours and campus locations, as required.
Ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students and the willingness to work as a member of a team with faculty.
Excellent oral, written and electronic communication skills.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Requirements for Transfer:

Education
- Masters Degree in the field of Mathematics, or closely related field from an accredited institution with a minimum of 30 quarter hours (20 semester hours) of graduate credit in academic math content courses in the field of mathematics.
Experience
- One year of successful college teaching experience in mathematics or evidence for the potential for excellence in teaching mathematics at the college level.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

PhD in Mathematics or closely related field.
Experience in and willingness to teach a wide range of courses, such as statistics, quantitative literacy, technical/CTE math, calculus, and developmental math.

To apply, visit https://jobs.cocc.edu/postings/11769

The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.

This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCCs EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.