Assistant Professor - Teacher Education (Health and Physical Education)

Inside Higher Ed; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A public university in Georgia is seeking an Assistant Professor for the Teacher Education program in Health and Physical Education. The candidate will teach courses, maintain scholarly productivity, and engage in departmental service. Required qualifications include a terminal degree in the field and experience teaching PK-12 students. This full-time, tenure-track position begins August 1, 2026, with applications due by October 23, 2025.

Qualifications

• A terminal degree in Health and Physical Education or a closely related field by the appointment date.
• Experience teaching PK-12 students.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, as well as scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses face-to-face and online.
• Maintain scholarly productivity.
• Participate in service at department, college, and university levels.

Skills

Teaching PK-12 students

Commitment to excellence in teaching

Collaboration skills

Education

Terminal degree in Health and Physical Education

Job description

Assistant Professor – Teacher Education (Health and Physical Education)

Job Title: Assistant Professor – Teacher Education (Health and Physical Education)
Location: Valdosta State University
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 290193

About Us

Valdosta State University is a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia. It is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving the rich and diverse heritages of our regions. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, university, and region. The university is committed to the core values of community, civility, integrity, and citizenship.

Job Summary

Due to the recent Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers (H‑1B), VSU will not sponsor new H‑1B petitions until further notice. The Department of Teacher Education seeks a tenure‑track faculty member for the health and physical education program, beginning August 1, 2026. The position is on‑campus at the rank of Assistant Professor. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses (face‑to‑face and online), maintaining scholarly productivity, and participating in service at the department, college, and university levels.

Application Process

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Names and contact information for at least three professional references (include e‑mail addresses)

For full consideration, apply by October 23, 2025. For more information, contact Dr. Jones, Department Head, via email [e-mail] or phone 229‑333‑5611.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching up to 12 credit hours per semester (Fall and Spring), maintaining scholarly productivity, and participating in service at the department, college, and university levels.

Typical allocation of duties:

• Teaching and scholarship – 80%
  • Teach classes and conduct/present research in the employee's academic discipline.
• Service – 20%
  • Participate in service at the department, college, and university levels.

Required Qualifications

• A terminal degree in Health and Physical Education or a closely related field by the appointment date
• Experience teaching PK‑12 students
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, as well as scholarship

Preferred Qualifications

• A record of effective teaching appropriate to the applicant's career stage
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting
• A record of mentoring students
• Face‑to‑face and online teaching experience

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.

Employment Conditions

Applicants are required to provide professional references with current contact information, documentation of academic credentials, and employment history. VSU reserves the right to ask certified candidates to disclose criminal record history during initial screening, view social media outlets, and remove job postings without additional notification. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check investigation, reference checks, and may also be contingent upon credit checks, MVR, drug testing, and confirmation of credentials. All employees must complete orientation, annual compliance training, and cybersecurity training.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. The institution does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. The University System of Georgia’s Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect guide all activities. Additional policy information is available at the provided links.

Background Check and Accommodations

Standard background checks will be performed. Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations. Accommodations can be requested by contacting Catherine Wills, Office of Human Resources, via [e-mail].