Adjunct Instructor Pool - Kinesiology

Texas Wesleyan University; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth, TX seeks an Adjunct Instructor Pool in Kinesiology to design and deliver courses in exercise science, physical education teacher preparation, recreation administration, first aid and safety, and activity/fitness.

You will prepare lessons, meet classes as scheduled, and submit attendance and grades in a timely manner, contributing to a positive student learning experience across undergraduate offerings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or 18 credit hours in Kinesiology from an accredited institution.
• Prior teaching experience is preferred.
• Ability to adhere to university policies and FERPA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepares lessons and delivers instruction.
• Meets classes for the scheduled times per the course schedule.
• Submits attendance, grades and required paperwork promptly.

Skills

FERPA compliance

Lesson design

Student assessment

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Kinesiology or related field

18 credit hours in Kinesiology

Job description

Position Information

Job Title

Adjunct Instructor Pool - Kinesiology

Position Summary

Designs and delivers instruction in undergraduate courses offered by the Department of Kinesiology (as instructor education and experience allows), including but not limited to: courses in exercise science, physical education teacher preparation, recreation administration, first aid and safety, and activity/fitness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares lessons and delivers instruction.
• Adheres to the faculty handbook and faculty guide.
• Meets classes for the required time and days in accordance with policies established for class schedule.
• Submits attendance, grades and other required paperwork and reports in a timely manner.

Education, Certifications and/or Licenses

• Master’s Degree required: Earned Master’s Degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science or related field or 18 Hours of course work in Kinesiology from an accredited institution.
• Activity courses may require specialized instructor certification. (ie. yoga, martial arts, scuba, WSI )

Experience

• Prior teaching experience and experience in the subject matter is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work effectively with other University personnel.
• Ability to comply with rules, standards, regulations and laws related to student records.
• Ability to adhere to University and department policies and procedures.
• Ability to use discretion in handling confidential and sensitive issues, FERPA .
• Ability to work effectively with other University personnel.
• Ability to provide service to both the University and the community.
• Ability to comply with rules, standards, regulations and laws related to student records.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, and/or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, students, and University employees.
• Ability to calculate figures & amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, & volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, calculus and statistics.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed.