Adjunct Lecturer of Health and Physical Education-1

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Adjunct Faculty

Workstudy Position : No

Job Type :

Less than Annual Appointment (Fixed Term)

Work Shift :

Sponsorship Available :

No

Institution Name :

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock we prepare our more than 8900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rocks thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and states growing profile as a regional leader in research technology transfer economic development and job creation.

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Department :

Counseling Adult & Rehabilitation Education

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Summary of Job Duties :

Adjunct Faculty to teach one or two courses (3-6 credit hours) per semester. Courses will support one of our undergraduate program areas. These areas include Physical and Health Education Teacher Preparation Health Education and Promotion Exercise Science and Sport Management. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency / institution policy.

Qualifications :

Required Education and / or Experience :

Completed Masters degree in Kinesiology Health Education and Promotion or a closely

related field;

Two or more years of experience teaching undergraduate Health / Physical Education or Kinesiology courses;

Experience in teaching face-to-face and in hybrid / online environments;

Teaching ability in at least two and preferably more of the following content areas :

(1) K-12 Physical Education (teaching methods skill classes);

(2) Exercise / Fitness / Wellness;

(3) Sport Management;

(4) Health Education and Promotion.

Preferred Education and / or Experience :

Record of teaching student advising / mentorship and institutional service;

Willingness to work collaboratively on projects and grants;

Active or previous involvement in professional organizations;

Relevant professional certifications from nationally accredited organizations (e.g. CHES ACSM NSCA).

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

Teach courses in the discipline as assigned by the program coordinator;

Keep course content timely and in line with accreditation standards;

Maintain contact with students via email and UALRs learning management system

(Blackboard).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

Experience in classroom instruction;

Ability to manage motivate and evaluate students;

Collegial attitude in interactions with colleagues students and staff;

Effective interpersonal communication skills;

Ability to teach and mentor students.

Additional Information :

Salary Information :

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply :

Cover Letter / Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae List of three Professional References (name email business title) Unofficial / Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Recruitment Contact Information :

William C. Thomson Health Education / Promotion Program Coordinator

Jennifer K. Holtz Director / Professor of School of Counseling Human Performance and Rehabilitation

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry ( MVR ) check and / or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity :

Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Standing Talking Walking

Frequent Physical Activity :

Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding N / A Standing Talking Walking

Occasional Physical Activity :

Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Standing Talking

Benefits Eligible : No

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Sports Coaching,Physical Education,Classroom Management,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Physiology Knowledge,Special Education,Special Needs,Teaching,Cordova

Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1