Adjunct Faculty, Fitness Education Center

LAKE TAHOE COMMUNITY COLLEGE; South Lake Tahoe (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Tahoe Community College is seeking adjunct faculty to teach in the Fitness Education Center, focusing on fitness and health courses and guiding students to access exercise equipment and orientations. Shifts may be day, evening, weekend, or online, with assignment needs determined quarterly.

Applicants must have internet access during employment for ongoing student contact. The college emphasizes diversity, inclusive teaching, and collaboration across departments to support student success

Qualifications

• Master’s in physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise or adaptive physical education.
• OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in any life science, dance, physiology, health education, recreation administration or physical therapy.
• OR the equivalent.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Responsibilities

• Teach fitness and health courses in a lab setting and gym facility—shifts may include day, night, or weekend shifts.
• Create and promote an effective learning environment to enhance student engagement and safety.
• Assist students of all ages and abilities in program design and development based on student’s goals and capabilities.
• Demonstrate the use of gym equipment and proper form for weight and/or cardiovascular training.
• Develop syllabuses and Canvas shells as required per institutional guidelines.
• Meet with and advise students on their initial visit to the Fitness Education Center and throughout each quarter.
• Maintain professional knowledge and expertise in the field of fitness and health education.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and orientations as necessary.
• Carry out other reasonable, related duties as assigned or needed.

Skills

Teaching fitness education

Curriculum development

Student engagement & safety

Cross-cultural sensitivity

Education

Master’s in physical education or related field

Bachelor’s in physical education or related field + Master’s in life science/dance/physiology/health education/recreation/physical therapy

Equivalent

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

California's Premier Destination Community College

Adjunct Faculty, Fitness Education Center

Position Adjunct Faculty, Fitness Education Center

Department

Department Physical Education

Initial Screening Date

Preferred Start Date

Details

Lake Tahoe Community College ( LTCC ) welcomes adjunct instructors who are able to teach in the Fitness Education Centerand illustrate a commitment to fostering a learning environment where resources are devoted to developing opportunities for students to break barriers and thrive as scholars and community members.

• The teaching assignment may require teaching lecture-discussion courses during day, evening, or on Saturday and/or in an on-line/distance education format.
• The assignments are based on departmental need on a quarter-by-quarter basis.
• Applicant will secure and maintain home internet access during the duration of their employment to ensure regular and consistent contact with students.

Lake Tahoe Community College is committed to recruiting individuals that embody its commitment to diversity (BP 7100) by:

• actively demonstrating a commitment to embracing and celebrating diversity;
• committing to collaboration, effective communication and the development of strong working relationships;
• promoting purposeful inclusion of all groups and the free exchange of ideas in a respectful, trusting and considerate environment; and
• demonstrating a commitment to an environment where all students achieve their goals and have access to equitable resources and opportunities.

The ideal candidates for this position is an equity-minded individual who understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices both in and out of the classroom. LTCC strives to attract candidates who view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility and who are able to reframe inequities as a problem of practice. In addition, the ideal candidate is able to demonstrate a commitment to student-centered teaching practices, effective cross-disciplinary and cross campus collaboration, transparent decision-making, and purposeful service to the community. The ideal candidate embraces the role of an educator who is continually learning anti-racist pedagogy and adapting to the needs of a diverse student population.

Starting at $50.74 per hour, see salary schedule 15-00 Part-Time Academic for compensation information.

This position is in the Fitness Education Center and is responsible for assisting students with access and utilization of the exercise equipment in the center, giving new student orientations, and signing off on student exercise programs.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES :

• Teach fitness and health courses in a lab setting and gym facility—shifts may include day, night, or weekend shifts.
• Create and promote an effective learning environment to enhance student engagement and safety.
• Assist students of all ages and abilities in program design and development based on student’s goals and capabilities.
• Demonstrate the use of gym equipment and proper form for weight and/or cardiovascular training.
• Develop syllabuses and Canvas shells as required per institutional guidelines.
• Meet with and advise students on their initial visit to the Fitness Education Center and throughout each quarter.
• Maintain professional knowledge and expertise in the field of fitness and health education.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and orientations as necessary.
• Carry out other reasonable, related duties as assigned or needed.

Minimum References Needed

Minimum References Needed 3

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Requirements: All faculty must meet state-adopted minimum qualifications or the locally established equivalencies.

Physical Education

• Master’s in physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise or adaptive physical education
• OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in any life science, dance, physiology, health education, recreation administration or physical therapy
• OR the equivalent

AND

• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

• Optional Documents
• Transcripts 2
• Transcripts 3
• Other
• Equivalency
• Transcripts 4
• Transcripts 5
• Other 2
• Certifications

Contact

Phone Main: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Campus Hours
Monday-Thursday: 7:30am-10pm
Friday: 7:30am-6:30pm

Address
One College Drive
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Follow Us
Wildfire Preparedness
Report Accessibility Issues
LTCC Self-Service
REPORT A CONCERN

© Lake Tahoe Community College