INSTRUCTOR OF PHYSICAL ED

LANE COLLEGE in; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lane College in Jackson, TN seeks an Interim Instructor of Physical Education and Recreation. You will teach both introductory and upper-level courses, including major courses in traditional, blended, and online formats, and provide academic advising to students.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Physical Education or a related field (master's considered) with collegiate teaching experience and familiarity with Blackboard/CAMS and hybrid delivery modalities.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physical Education or related field; Master’s degree required.
• Evidence of successful collegiate teaching experience.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification and Water Safety Instructor Certification are advantages.
• Experience with hands-on teaching and online/hybrid modalities.
• Ability to work with diverse student body in a collegiate environment.
• Physical requirements include walking, stairs, lifting up to 10 lbs, and some travel.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory level courses each semester and upper-level courses.
• Teach major courses in traditional, blended, and online formats.
• Provide academic advising.
• Participate in departmental, divisional, and institutional activities.
• Demonstrate strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage the classroom.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication and professionalism.
• Contribute to creating an inclusive learning environment for a diverse student body.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Supervisory skills

Academic advising

Blackboard

CAMS

Hybrid/online teaching

Education

PhD in Physical Education

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Blackboard

CAMS

Job description

JOB TITLE: Interim Instructor of Physical Education and Recreation

DEPT: Academic Affairs

REPORTS TO: Physical Education Department Chair

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach introductory level courses each semester and upper-level courses
• Teach major courses in traditional, blended, and online formats.
• Familiarity with Blackboard, CAMS, hybrid/online courses, and the ability to utilize innovative modalities for delivering course content
• Academic advising.
• Participating in departmental, divisional, and institutional activities.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage and control the classroom.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment for a diverse student body
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• PHD. in Physical Education, Health Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science or the preferred equivalent. A master's degree in the same area as listed above is required
• Evidence of successful collegiate teaching experience.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification and Water Safety Instructor Certification are definite advantages for considerations.
• The ideal candidate will have experience in hands-on teaching and familiarity with Blackboard, hybrid/online courses, and the ability to utilize innovative modalities for delivering course content.
• Demonstrated experience or ability to effectively work with a wide range of individuals and constituents in a diverse collegiate community.
• Requires some walking and ability to climb stairs, possibly sitting long periods of time, ability to lift up to 10lbs. 1% of the times and minimum travel. Some nights and weekends may be needed. 1% of the times and minimum travel

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

It requires some walking and the ability to climb stairs, possibly sitting for long periods of time, ability to lift up to 10lbs. 1% of the time and minimum travel. Some nights and weekends may be needed. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

Lane College is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.

DISCLAIMER

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.