Adjunct Specialist in Mathematical Reasoning for Sciences
Teach advanced mathematics to high school students in an intensive 18-month university preparation program in Abu Dhabi.
Best for:Best for educators with a strong background in mathematics education, experience teaching in cross-cultural environments, and a passion for mentoring high school students in STEM disciplines.
Overview
This position is for an adjunct specialist to lead the *Mathematical Reasoning for the Sciences* course in NYU Abu Dhabi’s Summer Academy, an 18-month program preparing Emirati high school students for top-tier universities. The role involves designing and delivering rigorous instruction in algebra, geometry, statistics, logic, and test preparation to two cohorts of students over two summer sessions (2027 and 2028). The specialist will collaborate with teaching assistants, provide individualized feedback, and contribute to extracurricular activities, including excursions and cultural events. The program emphasizes cross-cultural teaching, academic excellence, and student mentorship in a dynamic international setting.
What you'll do
- Design and deliver 37 contact hours of instruction in *Mathematical Reasoning for the Sciences* to two cohorts of high school students across two summer sessions (2027 and 2028).
- Develop lesson plans aligned with the established curriculum, covering algebra, geometry, statistics, logic, and test preparation.
- Supervise and coordinate instruction with teaching assistants to ensure consistency and high-quality delivery across sections.
- Provide individualized feedback (oral and written) to students and submit detailed end-of-session evaluations for recommendation letters.
- Participate in faculty meetings to discuss student progress and contribute to program improvement initiatives.
- Lead small groups during excursions, extracurricular activities, and evening events to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Attend pre-program orientation meetings and assist with program planning before the start of each summer session.
- Ensure a safe and engaging environment for students during all academic and co-curricular activities.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s or PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field
Language: Fluent English (spoken and written) for instruction and student interaction
Instruction: English
- Proven experience teaching mathematics at the high school or college level in English.
- Strong commitment to cross-cultural and inclusive teaching environments.
- Ability to supervise and mentor high school students in a co-curricular or academic setting.
- Availability to teach in Abu Dhabi during the specified summer dates (July 4–August 6, 2027) and potentially provide online instruction.
- Experience collaborating with teaching assistants and coordinating group activities.
- UAE citizenship or valid UAE residence visa.
- Eligibility to obtain an NOC (No Objection Certificate) from current employer/sponsor (if applicable).
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2027-01-04
Submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae in PDF format via the NYU Abu Dhabi careers portal. Instructions are available on the university’s website. For inquiries, email nyuad.sa.positions@nyu.edu.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Contact
NYU Abu Dhabi HR/Recruitment· Careers Office
https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/academic-support.html
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