Temp Parttime Faculty in Physical Education Non-Professional Program

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Certain UNM benefits eligibility for adjunct faculty

Job summary

A public university is seeking temporary part-time faculty to teach undergraduate physical education courses, including various fitness and wellness classes. The ideal candidate should possess extensive knowledge in their area of expertise and may need to provide a relevant bachelor's degree and certifications. This role offers flexibility for upcoming semesters and the opportunity to influence course offerings. Candidates must submit a cover letter and resume through the official jobs site.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in area of expertise.
• American Red Cross CPR/Basic Life Support certification can be obtained within 30 days.
• Teaching experience is preferred.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate level physical activity, exercise, and wellness-related courses.
• Indicate area of expertise in cover letter and suggest potential new courses.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Extensive knowledge in area of expertise

Education

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

Job description

Temp Part-time Faculty in Physical Education Non-Professional Program

Posting Number: req25790
Employment Type: Faculty
Faculty Type: Adjunct
Hiring Department: Health Exercise & Sports Science (353A)
Academic Location: College of Education
Campus: Main – Albuquerque, NM
Benefits Eligible: 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 such as Dance, Zumba, Volleyball, Various Team Sports, Yoga, Stretch and Relax, Tai Chi, Conditioning, Aerobics, Martial Arts, Running, Outdoor Experience, Basketball, Swimming, Rock Climbing, Pilates (see the UNM Course Catalog for more details). Candidates should indicate in their cover letter in which area of expertise their experience lies. Candidates may also indicate potential new courses in their cover letter should their education and credentials provide sufficient support.

This is a continuous posting for the Fall 2024, Spring 2025, and Summer 2025 semesters. For best consideration dates:

• August 2, 2024 – Fall Semester 2024
• September 13, 2024 – Spring Semester 2025
• February 1, 2025 – Summer Semester 2025

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.

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 satisfies any and all of the Higher Learning Commission credentialing factors for the Physical Education Non-Professional activity courses they are applying to instruct. All 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;
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.

For Best Consideration

This posting will remain active until. 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.

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