Adjunct Instructor - Kinesiotherapy

University of Southern Mississippi; Hattiesburg (MS); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg seeks an Adjunct Instructor to teach in the Kinesiotherapy degree program on an as-needed basis, in-person and/or online. This part-time faculty role requires delivering courses and managing assessments for undergraduate students.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in Kinesiotherapy or related field, and the ability to teach effectively according to university standards. A background check is required.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or higher in Kinesiotherapy or related field.
• Ability to teach effectively in undergraduate programs.
• Criminal history and background check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver face-to-face and/or online course content.
• Prepare syllabi, grades, and course documentation promptly.
• Explain course requirements clearly to students.
• Collaborate with program and school faculty.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Teamwork

Canvas LMS

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in Kinesiotherapy

Tools

Canvas

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor - Kinesiotherapy.

Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States

Division School of Health Professions

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status Part Time

Grant Funded No

Pay Grade
Generic Grade

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

Job Summary

This part-time adjunctfaculty position requires teaching in-person and/or online undergraduate courses in the Kinesiotherapy degree program on an as needed basis.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Face-to-face and/or online coursedelivery and instruction.
• Prepare and submit syllabi,grades and other required course documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicate courserequirements and expectations to students.
• Communicate with otherprogram and school-level faculty.
• Performs other duties, asassigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree or higherfrom an accredited college or university in Kinesiotherapy or a relatedfield (ex: Doctorate in Physical Therapy). Ability to teach effectively,according to University standards, in the undergraduate Recreational Therapyprogram.Criminal history and background check clearance.Uphold themission and values of USM, College of Nursing and Health Professions, and theSchool of Health Professions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Specialized knowledge inthe field of Kinesiotherapy as demonstrated by graduate level courseworkor professional experience is required.
• Candidates should have theability to deliver accurate, concise and quality communication (verbal andwritten) in a timely manner.
• Candidates should have theability to work collaboratively on interdisciplinary teams.
• Candidates should have theability to navigate and use learning management systems for teaching, such asCanvas, as well as other technological communications (Microsoft Office Suite).

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching, mentoring, and/orservice experience at the university level
• Professional experience in Kinesiotherapy
• Experience with USM'sLearning Management System, Canvas.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programssuchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu .

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

The University of Southern Mississippi is committed to the safety andsecurity of the USM community. The annual federal required compliancedocument which contains policy statements and crime statistics for theUniversity is available on the UPD website at http://www.usm.edu/police/ .You may also request a copy by contacting the University PoliceDepartment at Bond Hall, 1st Floor West, Hattiesburg, MS 39406 [phone]. The policy statements address the University's policies,procedures and programs concerning safety and security, for example,policies for responding to emergency situations and sexual offenses.Three years' of statistics are included for certain types of crimes thatwere reported to have occurred on campus, in or on off-campus buildingsor property owned or controlled by the University and on publicproperty within or immediately adjacent to the campus.