Kinesiology Adjuncts

University of La Verne; La Verne (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit Hub (discount perks)

Free Parking

Adjunct Faculty Development Funds

Staff discounted lunches

10% off bookstore

Contribution Retirement Plan

Medical (must meet hours)

Job summary

A private university in California seeks adjunct faculty for their Kinesiology Program, responsible for teaching core courses in Health and Human Performance and Athletic Training. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree with a strong emphasis on diversity in teaching experience. The position offers various flexible part-time opportunities, professional development funds, and several employee perks. The role aims to enhance student learning in a supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s or Ph.D. preferred.
• Experience teaching diverse groups necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teach core, required, or elective courses in Kinesiology and Athletic Training.
• Prepare students for Health and Human Performance.

Skills

Teaching a diverse range of students

Understanding of health and human performance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Master’s degree or Ph.D.

Job description

Major Department College of Health and Community Well-Being

Department

Department Kinesiology/Athletic Training

Location

University Overview

Diversity Statement

The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.

Job Description

The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university founded in 1891 located in La Verne, California. The core values that we live by are Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning and Community and Civic Engagement.

If you’re passionate about these values, join us at the University of La Verne!

The undergraduate Kinesiology Program invites applications for adjunct faculty positions to potentially teach core, required, or elective courses in the Health and Human Performance, Physical Education Teacher Education, and Athletic Training concentrations. Other potential teaching opportunities include a course that fulfills the general education requirement for lifelong fitness as well as a variety of instructional physical activity courses.

This is a continuous recruitment for an applicant pool to fill part-time, temporary assignments on an as-needed basis. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. Applications are accepted year-round and will remain in the pool. The fall semester begins in late August and ends in late December. The spring semester begins in early February and ends in late May.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in the field relevant to the discipline or curriculum
• Experience teaching students from diverse age, socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master’s degree or Ph.D. in the field relevant to the discipline or curriculum
• Prior teaching experience at the college or university level
• Evidence of strong teaching at the college or university level

Benefits Summary

Below is a list of benefits and perks offered to Adjunct Faculty:

• Benefit Hub (discount perks)
• Free Parking
• Adjunct Faculty Development Funds
• Staff discounted lunches at the Spot
• 10% off discount at the University of La Verne Bookstore and Graphics
• Contribution Retirement Plan (must meet hours) for Mandatory – Voluntary Contribution at any time
• Medical (must meet hours)
• Utilize services offered at CTL and the wellness center.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

Physical Demands Summary

Hiring Pay Rate

Hiring Salary Per Hiring Rank

Adjunct Professor (with terminal degree): $28.08

Posting Number

AF015P

Job Open Date

05/21/2024

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Advertising Summary

Posting Specific Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • HigherEdjobs.com
  • Referred by University of La Verne Employee
  • University of La Verne Website
  • ScholarlyHires.com
  • Other
• * Which courses are you interested in/able to teach? Be sure to include department name and course number.

  (Open Ended Question)