Posting Numberreq36674
Employment TypeFaculty
Faculty TypeVisiting
Hiring DepartmentGallup Branch
Academic LocationGallup Branch
CampusGallup
Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary
PLEASE NOTE: This position is for the UNM Gallup Branch, located in Gallup, NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM.
The University of New Mexico-Gallup invites applications for a full-time, nine-month (9-month) faculty position to co-teach the basic skills component in collaboration with a content-area nursing faculty member and to contextualize English and Math skills development within the nursing program. This position is subject to the availability of funding and continued institutional need and may be renewed annually based on programmatic priorities and funding support. Faculty responsibilities include supporting students in mathematics, language development, and content comprehension; providing individual and group tutoring; contributing to curriculum development; offering instructional feedback; and conducting regular assessments of student learning outcomes. We are one of four branch community colleges of the University of New Mexico and serve approximately 2200 students. Located in Gallup NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, UNM-Gallup is situated in the Four Corners region and near the Navajo Nation, Zuni Pueblo and Hopi Reservation. The city of Gallup has a population of 22,000 and the surrounding areas provide an abundance of outdoor recreational activities, various museums and extraordinary cultural vibrancy, while maintaining a small-town feel. UNM-Gallup serves a hugely diverse student population with 100+ full time and part-time faculty members. We are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission offering Associate degrees, selected Bachelor's degrees, Career Technical Education certificate programs, and adult basic education (ABE/GED), workforce training and personal enrichment courses. UNM-Gallup serves multiple high school populations including McKinley Academy, Middle College High School and the Center for Career and Technical Education. It is an exciting time to join our faculty as we are expanding our programs, engaging with our community, establishing multiple endowments and grant opportunities while hiring a substantial cohort of new faculty. The successful candidate will be expected to teach an equivalent of a 27 credit hour course load, per year, focused on structuring and supporting literacy, math, and comprehension within the content classroom, following the I-BEST teaching model in the Nursing Program, participate in monthly Division meetings and execute other relevant duties as agreed upon in conjunction with the division chair in an annual faculty-chair agreement.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's degree in
one of the following areas: Adult/Developmental Education, English, Math, Health Sciences or related field - Two (2) years of
adult teaching experience or one (1) year teaching development English or Math
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: Adult/Developmental Education,
English, Math Health Sciences. - Doctorate or Terminal Degree in one of the following areas: Adult/ Developmental Education, English, Math, Health Science.
- Two years teaching
experience in adult basic education, health, math, science or literacy, or related field - including at the community college level or similar institution. - One year's
experience in the Allied Health field. - Experience in
working closely with instructors to contextualize instruction. - Ability to
team-teach, or I-BEST experience, IET (Integrated Education and Training), or other team-teaching model experience - Experience with
various computer applications, including online education/learning platforms. - A demonstrated commitment
to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
To apply, please attach the following required materials to your online application via UNMJobs (unmjobs.unm.edu)
1. Current Curriculum Vitae; 2. Graduate transcript(s); 3. Cover Letter; 4. Teaching philosophy; and 5. Three (3) professional references who can speak to your directly relevant knowledge, skills and experience.
Each of these MUST be uploaded for applicant consideration. When submitting application materials, please ensure all attachments are provided in PDF form for optimal viewing and processing.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Finalists selected for an on-campus interview will be expected to give a teaching demonstration (approximately 20-30 minutes) to the division faculty on a relevant subject of their choosing.
Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.
For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 5/31/2026. This position will remain open until filled.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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