Assistant Professor - Health Education

Adelphi University College of Nursing and Public Health; Village of Garden City (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in New York is seeking an Assistant Professor in Health Education to teach and mentor students while establishing a research focus. Qualified candidates will hold a terminal degree in Health Education or a related field, with experience in culturally diverse settings a plus. This full-time position offers a salary range of $76,000 - $78,000 and requires applicants to submit through the university’s website.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package

Small class sizes

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Earned an academic terminal degree in Health Education or a related field.
• State teaching license in K-12 School Health Education preferred.
• Experience teaching pedagogy courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in health education.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Establish a focused research line in health education.

Skills

Teaching pedagogy

Integration of technology into teaching

Culturally diverse populations

Education

Terminal degree in Health Education or a related field

K-12 School Health Education license

Job description

Overview

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The Department of Health and Sport Sciences in the College of Education and Health Sciences is currently seeking a full-time Faculty Tenure Track Position in Health Education to start Spring 2026.

Adelphi University is the premiere institution in Health Education Teaching Preparation on Long Island. The Health Education Program currently offers both a Master’s in Health Education and an Advanced Certification in School Health Education, and features a dual certification program with physical education. A 4 + 1 program allows students to earn a BS in Physical Education and an MA in Health Education in 5 years, with many health courses completed during the initial four-year period. Programs also include a Master’s in Physical Education with an Advanced Certification in School Health Education, and undergraduate programs in Exercise Science, Health Science, and Sport Management, as well as graduate programs in Exercise Science, Nutrition and Dietetics, Physical Activity Studies, and Sport Management.

These programs prepare practitioners, administrators, researchers and leaders within all relevant career fields. Applications are welcomed from women, underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, sexual minority groups, and other candidates who will contribute to diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in initial and advanced teacher certification, such as health education methods, K-12 health promotion, school health programs and policies, WSCC model, research and technology in health education, contemporary health issues, and health content courses.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Provide service to school, university, and community.
• Establish or continue a focused research line within health education, health promotion, or a related field.

Qualifications

• Earned an academic terminal degree in Health Education or a related field. ABD candidates will receive consideration but need to have the doctoral degree earned by December 31, 2025.
• State teaching license in K-12 School Health Education preferred
• Administrative experience as well as experience with accreditation, teacher certification, and student teaching are preferred.
• Experience teaching pedagogy courses.
• Experience with integration of technology into teaching is preferred.
• A track record of scholarship and service.
• Academic experiences with culturally diverse populations.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.

Application

• To be considered, applications must be submitted through the Adelphi website only: www.adelphi.edu/positions/
• Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until October 10th. Interviews will begin immediately. Anticipated employment date is January 2026, or Fall of 2026.
• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
• Direct any inquiries to the chair of the search committee, Assistant Professor and Program Director, Health Education: Won Seok Chey, Ph.D. Phone: [phone], Email: [e-mail]; Professor, Physical Education: Anne Gibbone, Ed.D. Phone: [phone], Email: [e-mail]
• Faculty position is subject to financial factors to be determined by the Board of Trustees.

About Adelphi

Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked university dedicated to transforming students’ lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success. The College of Education and Health Science at Adelphi University, home to the department of Health and Sport Sciences, is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of academic excellence.

Salary Information

In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $76,000 - $78,000. Adelphi University provides a comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees. For a list of benefits provided to employees, please click here.