Temp Parttime Faculty in Physical Education Non-Professional (PENP) Program

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Adjunct benefits eligibility

Job summary

An educational institution in Albuquerque is seeking a temporary part-time faculty member for the Physical Education Non-Professional program. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in physical activity and wellness, with a focus on various fitness classes. Candidates should demonstrate extensive knowledge and teaching experience. A Bachelor's degree in kinesiology or a related field is preferred. This continuous posting is for the Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026 semesters, offering opportunities for diverse community engagement.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in area of expertise.
• Leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate level physical activity and wellness-related courses.
• Indicate area of expertise in the cover letter.
• Commitment to diversity and working with diverse communities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, exercise science, fitness management, or related degree

Job description

Temp Parttime Faculty in Physical Education Non-Professional (PENP) Program

Posting Number: req33167

Employment Type: Faculty

Faculty Type: Adjunct

Hiring Department: Health Exercise & Sports Science (353A)

Academic Location: College of Education

Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits: Adjunct faculty may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits in some cases. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

The Physical Education Non-Professional (PENP) program in the Department of Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences at UNM is seeking candidates for temporary, part-time faculty to teach undergraduate level physical activity, exercise, and/or wellness-related courses. This posting will remain open and applicants will be selected as needed per semester. Some of the more specialized courses for which temporary part-time instructors are often recruited include various group fitness classes including, but not limited to: Dance, Zumba, Volleyball, Various Team Sports, Yoga, Stretch and Relax, Tai Chi, Conditioning, Aerobics, Martial Arts, Running, Outdoor Experience, Basketball, Swimming, Rock Climbing, Pilates. Candidates should indicate in their cover letter which area of expertise their experience lies. Candidates may also indicate potential new courses in their cover letter if their education and credentials provide sufficient support.

This is a continuous posting for the Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026 semesters.

Best Consideration Dates

August 1, 2025 for Fall Semester 2025

September 12, 2025 for Spring Semester 2026

February 2, 2026 for Summer Semester 2026

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Extensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in area of expertise, along with leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, exercise science, fitness management, or related degree. Appropriate activity certification, as needed (see application instructions). American Red Cross CPR/Basic Life Support certification (can also be earned within 30 days of employment). Teaching experience preferred.

A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a third party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Cover letter and resume are also required. In the cover letter, the applicant should explain how their resume and work history satisfy any and all of the Higher Learning Commission credentialing factors for the Physical Education Non-Professional activity courses they are applying to instruct. These factors are: 1. An Associate or Baccalaureate degree in physical education or related field; 2. Certification and/or advanced achievement in the content area and/or as a health fitness instructor from a credible national organization, board or accrediting body; 3. Professional performance, honors, awards, or significant recognition that indicates the individual's level of discipline-based content knowledge; or 4. Other demonstrated competencies and achievements relevant to the content of the course.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

Additional Information

For Best Consideration: This posting will remain active until the position is filled. Anyone who applies for a position under this posting will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate in their cover letter that they are not interested in teaching in specific semesters.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.