Mathematics Instructional Support Specialist

Posting Details

Position Information

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain authorization throughout employment. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

This position is contingent upon the availability of sufficient funding.

Position Title Mathematics Instructional Support Specialist Position Summary

The Mathematics Instructional Support Specialist provides instructional support for large-enrollment or multi-section courses by facilitating recitation sections, grading student work, and assisting with course assessments. This position plays a critical role in enhancing the academic experience through supplemental instruction and timely feedback.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate weekly recitation sessions that reinforce core course concepts.
• The Instructional Support Specialist reports to the course lead instructor
• Assist the instructor in the design, proctoring, and grading of quizzes, exams, and other assessments.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on student assignments in alignment with grading rubrics.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, participation, and grades.
• Hold regular office hours to support student learning outside of class time.
• Communicate regularly with the course instructor(s) to ensure consistency across recitation sections.
• Attend some classes to ensure consistency in course instruction and instruction provided during recitations.
• Assist with the preparation and organization of course materials, including assisting with course learning management system (i.e. Canvas).
• Contribute to service within the department.
• Attend department meetings and keep department informed about student progress in recitations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics or a related discipline
• Prior experience in teaching, tutoring, or academic support at the postsecondary level.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage and support diverse learners.
• Familiarity with learning management systems and digital grading tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's preferred for upper-level courses

Certifications, Licenses, Restrictions

None

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, use hands to operate a computer and other office equipment, and to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, climb, stoop, and lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.

Shift Days % Travel Required 0% Full Time/Part Time Full-time Work Location/Schedule: This position requires onsite work and is not eligible for remote work. FLSA Non-Exempt Number of Vacancies Anticipated Candidate Start Date Position End Date

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SC0891P Posting Open Date 05/04/2026 Posting Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants EEO Statement

Spelman College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a smoke-free campus.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

• Transcripts (unofficial)
• Unused (Previously Letter of Recommendation)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Portfolio and/or Portfolio (URL)
• Certificates, Licenses, and/ or Registrations