Mathematics - Guest Faculty Position for Spring 2027
Rank: Guest Faculty
Tenure Information: Non-Tenure Track
Job Description
Sarah Lawrence College in Bronxville, NY invites applicants for one or two guest faculty positions in Mathematics in the spring 2027 semester to teach one or both of the following courses: A Precalculus or similar course aimed at preparing students mathematically for undergraduate STEM study and/or A Calculus-based course in Probability and Statistics.
Sarah Lawrence is a small, coeducational liberal arts college located near New York City with an open curriculum and unique pedagogy based on small classes and individualized student projects.
Each single course represents a half-time guest appointment and requires two full days of campus presence. In addition to teaching class twice per week (maximum 15 students per course), the faculty member will meet with students individually every other week to assist them with the conception, design and execution of an individualized project related to their educational interests and goals.
The application should include the following: cover letter, CV, copy of graduate transcript, statement of teaching philosophy and three professional references who will be contacted for a letter of recommendation upon submission of the candidate’s application. The letters of recommendation should speak directly to the candidate’s teaching ability.
We encourage candidates to familiarize themselves with the basics of the College’s distinctive pedagogical model before applying (The Sarah Lawrence Education: Explore Without Limits | Sarah Lawrence College), and to indicate in their applications how they envision working within this format.
Compensation listed is for a half-time, guest faculty position teaching one course.
The final salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, including the nature and extent of relevant teaching experience.
Required Qualifications
A Master’s Degree in Mathematics or a closely-allied field is required. The most competitive candidates will have a record of effective college-level teaching.
Salary
The anticipated salary range for one course is $10,500 to $14,000
EEO Statement
Sarah Lawrence is an equal opportunity employer. Please see our Nondiscrimination Policy. For information on Sarah Lawrence College, our curriculum, teaching methods, and philosophy of education, please see our website at: https://www.sarahlawrence.edu/.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number: F00219P
Special Instructions to Applicants
Consideration of applications will begin on November 15, 2026, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Transcripts
