Adjunct Faculty, Kinesiology & Health

Myhhhh; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is looking for part-time adjunct faculty for the Department of Kinesiology & Health at Manhattan University in New York. Candidates will teach in-person lecture or laboratory classes, focusing on exercise science and health majors.

The ideal candidate should possess at least a master's degree, with a doctorate preferred, and have a proven record of excellence in teaching. This is a great opportunity to contribute to student success in an engaging educational environment.

Qualifications

• The successful applicant will hold at least a master’s degree; doctorate in the appropriate discipline preferred.
• Candidates with a proven record of excellence in teaching will be given preference.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses within the exercise science, physical education, and health majors.
• Contribute to the academic mission of the department through high-quality instruction.
• Deliver engaging and informative lectures through effective teaching strategies.
• Develop course materials, including syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
• Provide timely feedback on student progress and assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's degree

Doctorate preferred

Job description

Position Description

About The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences: The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is a vibrant, interdisciplinary community of student and faculty scholars working together to advance excellence in research, teaching, and learning. We combine Lasallian values with a person-centered approach to education to cultivate transferable critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills. Our students have the unique opportunity to scaffold their disciplinary passions on a strong foundation of the liberal arts and sciences to help them become successful, ethical professionals and community-engaged stewards of the future. Our 30 majors and 6 graduate programs prioritize building career‑ready skills and include opportunities to engage with faculty in learning environments inside and outside of the classroom. We encourage students to study abroad in our signature two‑week faculty‑led programs, conduct research projects with distinguished faculty members, pursue internships, and leverage all of the unique cultural experiences New York City has to offer. Approximately 85% of our graduates either find employment or enroll in a graduate program related to their field of study within a year of graduation.

The Department of Kinesiology & Health at Manhattan University seeks part-time, adjunct faculty to teach in‑person lecture or laboratory classes. Faculty are expected to deliver high‑quality, engaging instruction that supports student success in foundational classes within the exercise science and health majors. This search is for multiple positions, with specialization in kinesiology and health areas.

This is an in‑person, on‑campus, non‑remote position.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach courses within the exercise science, physical education, and health majors
• Contribute to the academic mission of the department through high‑quality instruction and engagement with students
• Deliver engaging and informative lectures through effective teaching strategies
• Develop course materials, including syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments
• Provide timely feedback on student progress and assignments
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• The successful applicant will hold at least a master’s degree; doctorate in the appropriate discipline preferred
• Candidates with a proven record of excellence in teaching will be given preference