Kinesiology Adjunct Assistant Professor

Los-Rios-Community-College-District; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Los Rios Community College District seeks qualified applicants for a part-time adjunct faculty position. The role involves teaching assigned classes, guiding students to reach their potential, and assessing learning outcomes under the area dean’s supervision.

Faculty are expected to stay current in their field, pursue ongoing professional development, and use modern teaching technologies. Responsibilities include articulation, curriculum development, and participation in governance and

Qualifications

• Masters in kinesiology or related field or a relevant combination.
• Bachelor’s degree in the above fields plus a Master’s in life science, dance, physiology, health education, recreation administration or physical therapy; or the equivalent.
• All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
• Equity-minded focus and commitment to inclusive education and employment environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes under supervision of area dean.
• Assist students in achieving their maximum potential in course content.
• Assess student learning outcomes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge in teaching field and engage in professional development.
• Utilize current technology in job duties and teaching.
• Maintain professional conduct and ethics.
• Assist with articulation and curriculum development and review.
• Participate in college committees and faculty governance.

Skills

Teaching

Student assessment

Curriculum development

Technology in teaching

Education

Master’s degree in kinesiology or related field

Bachelor’s + Master’s in life science/health field or related

Equivalent credentials

Job description

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position.

The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

Position Salary Information: Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

• KINES 300 Introduction to Kinesiology
• FITNS 304 Cardio Circuit
• FITNS 380 Circuit Weight Training
• FITNS 390 Basic Yoga

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage:

• FLC Programs and Majors

1. Master’s degree in kinesiology, physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise or adaptive physical education; OR Bachelor’s degree in any of the above AND Master’s degree in any life science, dance, physiology, health education, recreation administration or physical therapy; OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
2. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.