Tenure-Track PETE Educator & Program Lead

Woodbury School of Business; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Valley University in Orem invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in Physical Education Teacher Education in the Secondary and Special Education Department. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in physical education teacher education and related aspects of program management.

UVU's PETE program is robust and high-quality, and the position begins August 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in education or closely-related field, or ABD with dissertation defense scheduled; degree must be in hand by position start date.
• At least two years of relevant K-12 learner-centered teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach professional-level courses. Prepare instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, etc.) as necessary. Maintain a student-centered approach to education. Improve professionally and maintain currency in the courses taught.
• Maintain and submit accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability and performance. Conference with students regarding coursework, field work, and academic endeavors. Engages with partner school district teachers and administrators in clinical teacher preparation as well as in supervision of students in field placements.
• Lead the Physical Education Teacher Education Program, including course scheduling and staffing, clinical experience coordination, and recruitment of students.
• Participate in scholarly activities, cutting-edge research, and creative projects.
• Provide service to the school, university, and community. Develop positive relationships with colleagues, public school teachers, administration, and other education stakeholders. Participate in the school accreditation process. Serve on committees and attend faculty and other meetings as assigned.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Collaboration and teamwork

Communication skills

Curriculum planning

Partnerships with schools

Mentoring students

Education

Doctoral degree in Education or closely related field

ABD with dissertation defense scheduled

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Utah Valley University in Orem invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in Physical Education Teacher Education in the Secondary and Special Education Department. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in physical education teacher education and related aspects of program management.

UVU's PETE program is robust and high-quality, and the position begins August 1, 2027.