Instructor-School of Kinesiology

Ball State University; Muncie (IN); Hybrid; USD 11,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The School of Kinesiology at Ball State University is seeking part-time semester instructors qualified to teach face-to-face or online courses in disciplines such as aquatics, exercise science, physical education, sport administration, and more. This temporary position covers 1-6 credit-hours per semester. Applicants must have current authorization to work in the U.S.

without employer sponsorship. The applicant pool may be used for up to one year from the posting date to hire individuals.

Qualifications

• Earned master's degree by time of appointment for undergraduate classes.
• Graduate classes require a terminal degree by time of appointment.
• Experience teaching at a college setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses from 1 to 3 credit hours each.
• Create a standardized syllabus.
• Be available to students.
• Manage Canvas course site and submit grades.
• Develop and manage syllabus materials under the Program Coordinator.
• Coordinate courseware and curriculum with the Program Coordinator.
• Facilitate class instruction aligned with learning objectives.
• Administer evaluations of student performance using rubrics.

Skills

Teaching

Course development

Student support

Canvas LMS

Grading

Syllabus design

Education

Master's degree

Terminal degree

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Position Title:

Instructor-School of Kinesiology

Compensation:

$1,000-$3,000

Department:

School of Kinesiology - Temp

Start Date:

08/24/2026

About this opportunity:

The School of Kinesiology at Ball State University is seekingpart-time semester instructors who are qualified to teachface-to-face or online courses in one or more of the followingdisciplines: aquatics, exercise science, physical education, sportadministration, sport and exercise psychology, biomechanics,athletic coaching education, exercise physiology, or athletictraining. This is a temporary position for 1-6 credit-hours persemester.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to beemployed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

The applicant pool will be used for up to one year from the postingdate to hire individuals.

What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Description:

The School of Kinesiology at Ball State University is seekingpart-time semester instructors who are qualified to teachface-to-face or online courses in one or more of the followingdisciplines: aquatics, exercise science, physical education, sportadministration, sport and exercise psychology, biomechanics,athletic coaching education, exercise physiology, or athletictraining. This is a temporary position for 1-6 credit-hours persemester.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Teach courses from one to three credit hours each.
• Create a standardized syllabus.
• Be available to students.
• Manage Canvas course site and submit grades.

Also, under the direction of the Program Coordinator:

• Develop and manage syllabus materials. The adjunct Instructoris responsible for selecting and compiling tests, assignmentsand/or online discussion exercises that permit measurement ofperformance relative to course learning objectives and studentlearning outcomes.
• Coordinate courseware and curriculum with the ProgramCoordinator. The adjunct Instructor is responsible for reviewingany textbook and other courseware changes with the ProgramCoordinator and other full-time faculty teaching the course.
• Facilitate class instruction. The adjunct Instructor isresponsible for teaching the assigned class in accordance withlearning objectives and student learning outcomes.
• Administer evaluations of student performance based on coursedeliverables and course rubrics.

Minimum Qualifications:

For undergraduate classes, earnedmaster's degree from an accredited college or university by time ofappointment in aquatics, exercise science, physical education,sport administration, kinesiology, health education, or closelyrelated field (must have a minimum of 18 credit-hours of graduatecourses in the relevant discipline); for graduate classes, musthave earned a terminal degree from an accredited college oruniversity by time of appointment (unless approved through ourSchool's approved tested experience policy).

Preferred Qualifications:

Teaching experience in a collegesetting. Prior work experience in respective field of expertise.Licensure or credentials in respective field of expertise.

For inquiries:

Contact the School of Kinesiology at765-285-8746 or [e-mail].

Original official transcripts and proof of licensure/credentials inrespective field of expertise are required at time ofappointment.