Position Description

About Winthrop University

Founded in 1886, Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina, offers its roughly 5,000-plus undergraduate and graduate students an educational experience that blends liberal arts, professional programs, global awareness, and civic engagement. In its colleges of Business and Technology; Arts and Sciences; Education, Sport, and Human Sciences; and Visual and Performing Arts, Winthrop embraces only those programs and activities that can be delivered at an exemplary level. Winthrop is well known for its inclusive and supportive campus environment, with University College supporting programs in both academic and student affairs. Winthrop University is achieving national stature as a competitive and distinctive co-educational, public, residential, comprehensive, values-oriented institution. The values of service, excellence, diversity, community, and leadership provide the foundation for Winthrop’s continuing development and shape Winthrop’s continuing success. Numerous national accolades reflect the sustained high quality and value of the Winthrop Experience, including the most recent U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Winthrop as one of the top-5 public comprehensive universities in the South. Winthrop is an active member of the Rock Hill community and recognized as a key component of the region’s economic resurgence. Approximately 20 minutes from Charlotte, North Carolina, Winthrop has direct access to and is engaged in a broad and expansive regional business community. Winthrop’s beautiful campus encompasses a rich architectural blend of neo-Georgian buildings and is included in the National Register of Historic Places. The attractive recreational and research complex area that surrounds Winthrop Lake is home to Winthrop’s 14 Division I men’s and women’s sports.

Winthrop University is committed to providing a safe campus community. Winthrop conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a student loan default check, a criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Qualifications

1. Masters degree in mathematics or in an allied field with at least 18 graduate credit hours in mathematics;

2. Evidence of teaching effectiveness and strong commitment to student learning and development; and

3. Passion for teaching and mentoring future K-12 mathematics educators.

Application Instructions

Applicants should make their interest known through Interfolio. The review of applications will begin on April 25. Questions should be directed to: Dr. Trent Kull, Department of Mathematics, mathsearch@winthrop.edu.

The following materials are to be submitted by April 25,2025 through Interfolio:

a) A letter of application expressing interest and qualifications;

b) A current curriculum vitae;

c) A statement of philosophy of teaching;

d) Written references from at least two persons who know the candidate professionally;

e) Transcripts documenting graduate degree and supporting coursework (Official transcripts sent directly to the department will be required before an offer of employment can be extended); and

f) Any additional documentation supporting the candidate's qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Winthrop University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group of individuals on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.