Teaching Associate - Kinesiology

Coastal Carolina University; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a Teaching Associate position in Kinesiology, beginning August 2025. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses and engaging in departmental activities, requiring a master’s degree and some teaching experience. This position is perfect for dedicated educators seeking to enhance student learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or closely related field required.
• Preferred: college teaching experience and relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in exercise and sport science.
• Engage in collaborative research and community outreach.

Skills

Teaching

Commitment to best practices in fitness

Community outreach

Mentoring

Education

Master’s degree in exercise science or kinesiology

18 graduate credits in exercise science/kinesiology

Job description

Job Details

Teaching Associate Kinesiology

The Conway Medical Center College of Health and Human Performance at Coastal Carolina University is accepting applications for a Teaching Associate position, with a start date in August 2025. We are seeking a motivated individual dedicated to undergraduate education who provides active learning experiences. The candidate must be capable of teaching undergraduate courses in exercise and sport science, specifically in Lifetime Fitness and Physical Activity (EXSS*122). Other potential areas include Functional Kinesiology and Sport Condition (EXSS*222), Exercise and Sport Nutrition (EXSS*300), Injury Management (EXSS*330), and Biomechanics (EXSS*400).

Additionally, opportunities will be available for involvement in program and departmental activities such as collaborative research, community outreach, and student supervision and mentoring.

Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 10,800 students from 49 states and 55 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the baccalaureate and master’s degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in instructional technology, and PhD degrees in marine science: coastal and marine systems science and education sciences.

To qualify, candidates must possess a master’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a closely related field, along with at least 18 graduate credits in exercise science and/or kinesiology. Preferred qualifications include college teaching experience, a commitment to current best practices in personal fitness and physical activity, and relevant external certifications that support the teaching areas. Candidates should submit contact information for 3 references, transcripts, and resume/CV electronically at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccu/jobs/4899548. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

The University provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, or because an employee or applicant for employment is an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, an Armed Forces service medal veteran, a recently separated veteran, or an active-duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or other “protected veteran,” as defined by law.

Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.