Adjunct, Health and Kinesiology

Lamar University; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Lamar University is seeking an instructor for the JoAnne Gay Dishman School of Nursing. This role involves providing academic and practicum instruction, planning and coordinating courses, and evaluating students in various learning settings.

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field and demonstrate teaching effectiveness, with prior university experience preferred. The position may include teaching online and requires strong communication and pedagogical skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a closely related field.
• Experience teaching at the university level.
• Ability to teach effectively at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Teaches and evaluates students in practicum, laboratory, and classroom settings.
• Maintains academic standards and participates in course planning.
• Incorporates new knowledge and techniques into teaching.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Expertise in Exercise Science

Higher education instruction

Curriculum development

Education

Master’s degree in Exercise Science or related field

Terminal degree preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Provides academic and practicum instruction within the JoAnne Gay Dishman School of Nursing. Plans, coordinates, and conducts classroom and/or practicum experiences for students. Reports to the Associate Director for Undergraduate Nursing Studies or the Associate Director for Graduate Nursing Studies (depending on course taught) and the Director of the School of Nursing.

Essential Job Functions

• Teaches and evaluates students in practicum, laboratory, and/or classroom settings.
• Maintains academic standards as established by the University, College of Nursing and Health Professions, and the relevant department.
• Participates in planning and organization of courses to which assigned.
• Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of course activities.
• Incorporates new knowledge and techniques in practicum, classroom, and laboratory teaching.
• Displays a scholarly orientation to the assumption of the responsibilities of a university faculty member:
  • Utilizes teaching-learning principles appropriately.
  • Serves as a knowledgeable resource person to students and community.
  • Shares professional expertise at the local level.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sport Management, Public Health, Physical Education, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in the subject area(s) to be taught.
• Ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Academic and/or professional expertise in one or more of the following areas: exercise science; kinesiology; sport management; public health; physical education/pedagogy; health promotion and wellness; motor behavior or biomechanics.
• Applicants with interdisciplinary backgrounds that align with applied health professions are encouraged to apply.
• Experience teaching at the university level.

Desired Qualifications

• Terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., DrPH, etc.) in a relevant discipline.
• Prior college or university teaching experience.
• Professional or applied experience relevant to the discipline.
• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses.

Key Competencies

• Teach assigned courses in accordance with departmental and university standards.
• Develop and deliver course content aligned with approved curricula.
• Assess student learning and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain regular communication with students.
• Comply with university policies, procedures, and accreditation expectations.

Physical Requirements

Able to lift 25 lbs and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing and walking between buildings.

Job Conditions

Work is performed in a classroom, lab, or online learning environment and may require extended periods of sitting or standing. Adjunct faculty are expected to be available for the duration of the academic term and to complete all instructional responsibilities, including grading and submission of final grades, as assigned.

Lamar University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.