Professor, Mathematics - Winter Haven - Polk State College

Description

Salary: $44, $62,567.49 Annually
Location : Lakeland
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Org: Math
Opening Date: 12/01/2025
Closing Date: 5/8/2026 8:00 AM Eastern
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Description
Job Description:
Reporting to the campus Academic Dean, the primary role of this full-time instructional position is to provide college-level instruction and instruction-related activities designed to encourage, support, and enable students' success. Working for Polk State College, you join a talented and dedicated academic community as they prepare tomorrow's leaders.
Essential Functions/Duties
Essential Functions/Duties:

• Teach courses in accordance with published course descriptions, schedules, procedures, and course outlines.
• Work with the campus dean, associate dean, department chairs and other faculty and staff as appropriate to assess and modify course and program goals, objectives, methods, and content.
• Conduct on-going evaluation of student progress and maintain records of student course/class performance.
• Prepare and submit grade reports and other reports on student performance as may be scheduled or required.
• Conduct class evaluations and complete other college evaluations in accordance with college policy.
• Maintain a high level of expertise in the subjects taught.
• Other duties as assigned.

The compensation (pay level) for this position is based upon the degree level attained and years of experience in the specific discipline (Step 10 is the maximum step for an incoming faculty member). Please review the Polk State College Salary Schedule to ensure our pay ranges are within your compensation expectations.
Typical Qualifications
Required Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of the subject area(s) in which the individual is responsible for instruction.
• Knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of effective communication and effective instruction.
• Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics and challenges of community college students.
• Knowledge and understanding of principles of curriculum development.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Master's degree in Mathematics or other related field from a regionally accredited college or university

Teaching experience is preferred.
Supplemental Information
Submissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered:

• A resume.
• An electronic job application (all sections MUST be completed).
• A cover letter or statement of teaching philosophy.
• Unofficial transcripts.

Important Information

• Upload unofficial transcripts when applying. If you need to request official transcripts, please have them sent directly to Once opened or uploaded by you, they become unofficial.
• If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
• Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States. Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship.
• To request Veteran's Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application.
• Polk State College is a drug-free workplace.
• Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation is considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.
• Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, or employment. For information about the College's equal access and equal opportunity policies and procedures, or to file a complaint, please contact:
Title IX Coordinator
3425 Winter Lake Road
Lakeland, FL 33803

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; short-term disability; paid holidays and sick leave; vacation (excluding faculty positions); retirement benefits for eligible employees; and college fee waivers.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
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Are you over the age of 18?

• Yes
• No

02
Are you currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis for any U.S. employer?

• Yes
• No

03
Will you now or in the future require any type of employer sponsorship or immigration-related support to legally work for Polk State College? (This includes but is not limited to the following: H-1B, H-1B1, J-1, TN, E-3, O-1, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT.)

• Yes
• No

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Are you currently in a period of F-1 CPT or OPT or seeking employment under one of these programs?

• Yes
• No

05
Are you a United States Veteran or a qualifying family member seeking to use Veterans' Preference? (Please upload your DD-214 documents to your profile/application.)

• Yes
• No

06
Are you a current employee at Polk State College?

• Yes
• No

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Are you bilingual?

• Yes
• No

08
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree + 18 graduate hours
• Doctorate Degree

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Do you have a Master's Degree or higher in or related field from a regionally accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

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How many total years of instructional/teaching experience do you have?

• None
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-5 years
• 5-10 years
• 10+ years

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during the interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree