Associate Director of Instructional Support

University of Wisconsin Madison
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Jan 16, 2025
Job Summary: The Department of Mathematics at UW-Madison is seeking an exceptional instructor to support the department's early-career faculty and postdocs. One of the largest departments on campus, Mathematics is home to over 400 workers including faculty, academic staff, university staff, pre- and postdoctoral trainees; as well as graduate and undergraduate student employees. The Associate Director of Instructional Support will provide guidance, direction, and support to help acclimate these new instructors to the instructional expectations of the university and department. Additionally, the person in this role will serve as a resource for all department instructors to enhance the quality of teaching in the undergraduate courses offered by the department. The person in this role will work closely with the Director of Instructional Staff Operations and the Associate Chair to continue to develop and enhance effective practices for supporting our instructors and faculty. This is a year-round (12-month) position. In addition to the primary responsibilities, summer work will also consist of contributing to instructional projects as assigned by department leadership. Principal duties: Instructional Support - Observe the teaching performance of first and second-year instructors (faculty, postdoc, and short-term staff) who are assigned undergraduate courses - Serve as a resource and provide instructional support to members of the department for undergraduate courses - Provide orientation and training on instructional systems (e.g. Canvas, Piazza, etc.), assist with course setup, and advise on best practices and instructional tools throughout the year - Provide professional development to graduate students serving as instructor of record during the summer term Instruction: - Teach 3 courses per year as assigned by the Associate Chair Responsibilities: Provides classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction associated with more than one lecture or laboratory course, assists with the design and execution of administrative functions associated with academic instruction and the development of pedagogy/andragogy or assessment tools and resources to support quality student learning. Provides for-credit instruction in formats such as classroom, online and/or laboratory settings, including grading. Serves as an instructor of record. 5% Works with faculty to identify and develop new methods of advancing instruction in the discipline 10% Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements 10% Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy and may train other staff in use of these techniques 40% Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading 5% Assists in development of grant proposals for funding of model instruction programs 10% Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties 5% May make presentations to faculty and to staff members on instructional programs and techniques 15% Provides professional development around curriculum development and program implementation to support other instructors in the unit Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required PhD Mathematics or related science is required. Preference will be given to PhD in Mathematics Qualifications: Required - Minimum 5 years experience teaching undergraduate mathematics courses - Demonstrated innovation and excellence in teaching undergraduate students Preferred - Experience with instruction in an active learning environment - Experience in providing instructional supervision and/or mentoring Work Type: Full Time: 100% This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Negotiable ANNUAL (12 months) Salary is negotiable, commensurate with years and diversity of experience. How to Apply: Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on the deadline date. To apply, please upload a cover letter, CV/resume, and teaching statement. In your cover letter, please detail your experience and background as it relates to the qualifications and duties in this job description. Please note your application materials may be used as a writing sample. Selected applicants will be invited to participate in virtual interviews (via Zoom) to be held approximately 7-10 days after the posting closes. Additional interviews may be requested of finalists and will be scheduled individually. Once final applicants are identified, they will be asked to provide names and contact information for at least three professional references, including a current/most recent supervisor. For questions on the position contact: Prof. Andy Zimmer (amzimmer2@wisc.edu) Contact: Andrew Zimmer amzimmer2@wisc.edu 608-263-3053 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Teaching Faculty II(TL026) Department(s): A48-COL OF LETTERS & SCIENCE/MATHEMATICS/MATH Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 310455-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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