Academic Professional Assistant/Associate Professor Physical Activity Instructional Program Coo...

University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Greensboro is seeking an Academic Professional Track Assistant/Associate Professor to serve as the Physical Activity Instructional Program Coordinator for the Department of Kinesiology. This is a 9-month appointment with the potential to teach summer classes.

The role coordinates the physical activity instructional program on campus, teaches courses such as Strength Training and Conditioning, Lifetime Wellness, and Exercise Prescription, and oversees onboarding of

Qualifications

• Experience organizing community- or institution-based physical activity programs.
• Ability to teach human anatomy/physiology and/or certifications from ACSM/NSCA or similar.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses such as Strength Training and Conditioning, Lifetime Wellness, Physical Activity Instruction, and Exercise Prescription.
• Coordinate the physical activity instructional program (scheduling, equipment management).
• Onboard, train, and supervise 12-15 graduate assistants at the fall semester start.
• Advise undergraduate students on course selections and graduation planning.
• Engage in departmental, university, and community service with athletics and wellness programs.

Skills

Experience organizing community

Anatomy/physiology teaching

ACSM/NSCA certifications

Education

Doctorate degree in kinesiology or related area

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an Academic Professional Track Assistant/Associate Professor to serve as the Physical Activity Instructional Program Coordinator for the Department of Kinesiology. This is a 9-month appointment with the potential to teach summer classes. The role facilitates and coordinates the physical activity instruction program within the Department of Kinesiology and across the UNCG campus. Typical duties include:

• Teaching departmental courses (Strength Training and Conditioning, Lifetime Wellness, Physical Activity Instruction, Exercise Prescription) and other physical activity courses.
• Coordinating the physical activity instructional program (scheduling, equipment management).
• Onboarding, training, and supervising approximately 12-15 graduate assistants at the beginning of the fall semester.
• Advising undergraduate students on semester course selections and planning their path to graduation.
• Engaging in departmental, university, and community service; developing relationships with physical activity entities across the university (athletics, campus recreation, student and employee wellness programs).

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in kinesiology or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience organizing and promoting community- and/or institution-based physical activity programs.
• Ability to teach human anatomy/physiology and/or certifications from the American College of Sports Medicine, National Strength and Conditioning Association, or other reputable fitness organizations.

Tenure Status

Not on Track

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, description of relevant teaching experiences and teaching philosophy (up to 2 pages), and a list of four references. Contact Dr. Donna Duffy at [e-mail] with questions.