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How to hire a mathematics instructor

Mathematics instructor hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring mathematics instructors in the United States:

  • There are currently 37,136 mathematics instructors in the US, as well as 39,866 job openings.
  • Mathematics instructors are in the highest demand in Los Angeles, CA, with 10 current job openings.
  • The median cost to hire a mathematics instructor is $1,633.
  • It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
  • Human Resources use 15% of their expenses on recruitment on average.
  • On average, it takes around 12 weeks for a new mathematics instructor to become settled and show total productivity levels at work.

How to hire a mathematics instructor, step by step

To hire a mathematics instructor, consider the skills and experience you are looking for in a candidate, allocate a budget for the position, and post and promote the job opening to reach potential candidates. Follow these steps to hire a mathematics instructor:

Here's a step-by-step mathematics instructor hiring guide:

  • Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
  • Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
  • Step 3: Make a budget
  • Step 4: Write a mathematics instructor job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new mathematics instructor
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

What does a mathematics instructor do?

A mathematics instructor is responsible for improving the students' numerical and analytical skills by teaching mathematical disciplines, processes, as well as its nature and history. Mathematics instructors create engaging lesson plans and ensure class coordination by planning group activities, observing the students' group cooperation, and assessing their social behavior. They adhere to the curriculum guidelines, identify every student's learning challenges, and develop strategic plans to address those difficulties. A mathematics instructor must have excellent communication skills, especially on implementing a smart teaching approach to maximize students' potential and prepare them for an advanced level.

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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    Before you post your mathematics instructor job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a mathematics instructor for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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    Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

    A mathematics instructor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, mathematics instructors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

    This list shows salaries for various types of mathematics instructors.

    Type of Mathematics InstructorDescriptionHourly rate
    Mathematics InstructorPostsecondary teachers instruct students in a wide variety of academic and career and technical subjects beyond the high school level. They also conduct research and publish scholarly papers and books.$15-38
    Adjunct FacultyAdjunct faculty is the collective term for adjunct professors or lecturers. The adjunct faculty teaches students based on the limited-term of their contract... Show more$21-73
    Adjunct LecturerAn Adjunct Lecturer is responsible for teaching college classes. They prepare course guides, teach content that matches courses standards, and assist students with inquiries outside of class.$20-71
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Math
    • Classroom Management
    • Learning Environment
    • Trigonometry
    • Intermediate Algebra
    • Student Learning
    • Kids
    • Professional Development
    • Syllabus
    • Mathematics Curriculum
    • Analytic Geometry
    • Teaching Methodologies
    • Chemistry
    • Instructional Materials
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    Responsibilities:
    • Manage a university mathematics laboratory.
    • Teach undergraduate courses in algebra, pre-calculus, calculus, finite mathematics, and linear algebra.
    • Format course as needed, adding and checking all course links, HTML, and CSS.
    • Design courses and instruct classes in calculus and matrix algebra and evaluate student performance.
    • Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, class participation, and attendance requirements according to the course syllabus.
    • Prepare materials used in academic administration including course syllabus.
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  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your mathematics instructor job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A mathematics instructor can vary based on:

    • Location. For example, mathematics instructors' average salary in wyoming is 53% less than in california.
    • Seniority. Entry-level mathematics instructors 60% less than senior-level mathematics instructors.
    • Certifications. A mathematics instructor with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
    • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a mathematics instructor's salary.

    Average mathematics instructor salary

    $51,311yearly

    $24.67 hourly rate

    Entry-level mathematics instructor salary
    $32,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 17, 2025

    Average mathematics instructor salary by state

    RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
    1California$81,933$39
    2New York$77,104$37
    3Massachusetts$64,222$31
    4Connecticut$62,852$30
    5Oregon$62,573$30
    6Nevada$61,780$30
    7Washington$56,801$27
    8Michigan$54,523$26
    9Minnesota$53,891$26
    10Louisiana$51,845$25
    11Arizona$49,465$24
    12Indiana$48,746$23
    13District of Columbia$48,369$23
    14Ohio$48,363$23
    15Colorado$46,484$22
    16North Carolina$45,213$22
    17Florida$44,463$21
    18Illinois$43,124$21
    19Texas$43,050$21
    20Nebraska$40,671$20

    Average mathematics instructor salary by company

  4. Writing a mathematics instructor job description

    A mathematics instructor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a mathematics instructor job description:

    Mathematics instructor job description example

    Dillard University, classified by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education as a balanced Arts and Sciences sciences/ professions institution, located in the culturally rich and diverse city of New Orleans, Louisiana invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics in the School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), for the Fall 2022 semester.

    Mathematics Part-Time Instructor

    Qualification :

    A Ph.D., M.S. or M.A. in any field of mathematics or science education from an accredited institution is required.

    Job Description :

    This is a mathematics adjunct/ part-time position. The appointment is effective August 2022 . This position reports to the Chairperson of the School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

    Job Requirements:

    Teaching responsibilities will include up to 9 hours lecture and/ or lab per week.

    Deadline:

    Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. The positions begin August 2022.

    Application: Applications should be submitted via the Employment webpage located on the Dillard University website. Complete applications consist of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, one-page statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial transcript of highest degree earned (official transcripts will be required later of all finalists), and three letters of recommendation describing the applicant's teaching skills.

    Dillard University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Individuals who require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to participate in the search process should notify the Office of Human Resources.

    Summary of Part-time Faculty Member Duties and Job Requirements

    Academic Advising Part-time faculty members do not serve as student academic advisors.

    Environment Part-time faculty member’s work in classrooms, offices, labs and related venues to accomplish educational and research activities.

    Meetings Part-time faculty members are not expected to attend and participate in program, school, college and General Assembly meetings.

    Office Hours Part-time faculty members are not required to schedule officer hours; however, they are asked to make themselves available either immediately before or after class meetings.

    Physical Requirements Communicate with students, staff and colleagues. Read academic texts and materials, student papers, etc. Operate personal computer and audio-visual equipment. Stand or sit for up to one to three hours at a time. Fly or drive to off-site meetings or conference. Move around campus for classes and meetings. Other requirements as specified by a job description.

    Scholarly Activity Each part-time faculty member is expected to stay current in his/her field.

    Teaching Part-time faculty members may be assigned up to nine credit hours each semester. Part-time faculty members are expected to prepare for and meet their teaching responsibilities for every class.

    University/Community Service At his/her discretion, part-time faculty members may participate in activities relating to university programs, courses, governance, etc., or community activities which impact on, or are impacted by, the University and which contribute to the growth and development of student, the university and the community.

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  5. Post your job

    There are various strategies that you can use to find the right mathematics instructor for your business:

    • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
    • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
    • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
    • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.
    To find mathematics instructor candidates, you can consider the following options:
    • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
    • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as k12jobspot, learn4good, serious teachers, teachingjobs.com.
    • Post your job on free job posting websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    To successfully recruit mathematics instructors, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

    It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

    The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

  7. Send a job offer and onboard your new mathematics instructor

    Once you've decided on a perfect mathematics instructor candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

    It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

    After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new mathematics instructor. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

  8. Go through the hiring process checklist

    • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
    • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
    • Define job responsibilities and requirements
    • Establish budget and timeline
    • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
    • Write job description
    • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
    • Promote the job internally
    • Process applications through applicant tracking system
    • Review resumes and cover letters
    • Shortlist candidates for screening
    • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
    • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
    • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
    • Conduct background checks on top candidates
    • Check references of top candidates
    • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
    • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
    • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
    • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
    • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
    • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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How much does it cost to hire a mathematics instructor?

Before you start to hire mathematics instructors, it pays to consider both the one-off costs like recruitment, job promotion, and onboarding, as well as the ongoing costs of an employee's salary and benefits. While most companies that hire mathematics instructors pay close attention to the initial cost of hiring, ongoing costs are much more significant in the long run.

You can expect to pay around $51,311 per year for a mathematics instructor, as this is the median yearly salary nationally. This can vary depending on what state or city you're hiring in. If you're hiring for contract work or on a per-project basis, hourly rates for mathematics instructors in the US typically range between $15 and $38 an hour.

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