Health and Physical Education Instructor - PT

Southwestern Community College; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwestern Community College in Sylva, NC, seeks an instructor to teach Health and Physical Education for the Fall 2026 semester. All classes are in-person on the Jackson campus.

The anticipated start is immediate for Fall 2026, with duties including preparation and delivery of courses, collaboration with colleagues, and ongoing professional development. The role requires a Master's degree in Health and Wellness or Physical Education with 18 graduate hours in Health and Wellness or PE, with a

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Health and Wellness or Physical Education with 18 graduate hours in Health and Wellness or PE.
• College teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person Health and Physical Education courses at Jackson campus in Sylva, NC.
• Prepare and teach assigned courses according to outlines and schedule.
• Collaborate with colleagues and administrators in program planning and assessment.
• Maintain accurate records for each course taught.
• Assist in student retention and participate in college events and meetings.

Skills

Computer literacy

Course management software

Education

Master’s degree in Health and Wellness or Physical Education with 18 graduate hours in Health and Wellness or PE

Tools

Course management software

Job description

Anticipated Start: Immediately, Fall 2026

Primary Purpose

Instruction in assigned Health and Physical Education classes for the Fall 2026 semester. All classes are in-person on the Jackson campus in Sylva, NC.

Assignment

• Daytime class at Jackson campus
• Prepare and teach assigned courses in accordance with course outlines and published course schedule.
• Collaborate with Arts and Sciences colleagues and administrators in program planning, assessment, and continuous improvement processes.
• Maintain accurate records for each course taught.
• Assist in student retention.
• Participate in college events and activities.
• Cooperate in scheduled student evaluations of instructor and space.
• Keep regular posted office hours in accordance with college policy.
• Submit all college reports in an accurate timely fashion.
• Attend instructor and departmental meetings as scheduled.Be responsible for professional development and maintaining professional competence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required: Master’s degree in Health and Wellness or Physical Education or closely related discipline with 18 graduate hours in Health and Wellness or PE

Preferred: College teaching experience.

Knowledge and Skills

Ability to use computers and software to support instruction, including course management.