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Tri-County Technical College (SC)
Lifetime Fitness and Wellness Adjunct
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What they do
A Recreation or Fitness Studies Professor leads courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
$78,776 / year median in South Carolina
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of students? Tri-County Technical College is looking for dedicated professionals to join our dynamic team! As a leader in higher education, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where both employees and students thrive. Work alongside a diverse group of staff, faculty, and administrators who are dedicated to student success. Be a part of a forward-thinking institution that values creativity, inclusivity, and excellence. If you are ready to contribute to the success of our great institution and grow your career apply today! We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences who are committed to excellence in education. Tri-County Technical College seeks collaborative, energetic, and innovative Lifetime Fitness and Wellness Adjunct Instructors. Reporting to Department Head of Comprehensive Studies, the successful candidates will teach courses using systematically planned and delivered instruction for the program; maintain records of student academic progress and attendance, evaluate level of achievement, and assign grades for the program. This course, SFT 109, introduces students to the theory and principles upon which the concepts of lifetime fitness and wellness are based. Topics covered include physical fitness & wellness, nutrition for wellness, weight management, preventing sexually transmitted infections, exercise programming, addictive behavior, behavior modification, stress management, and disease-prevention (amongst others). The course includes lecture time and a lab component that requires students to participate in health-enhancing physical activity outside the classroom. We are seeking an instructor to teach lecture sections on the Pendleton Campus. This role would collaborate with the lab instructor. The 2026 Fall Semester begins August 10th with classes beginning on August 17th. A Master's in Education or Health Education with an emphasis on fitness and wellness or physical education or a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education with a Master's Degree in an education or health-related field. Must be physically able to lead and participate in health-enhancing physical activity and exercise with students. Must be physically able to lead and participate in health-enhancing physical activity and exercise with students to teach lab sections. Teaching experience in a secondary or post-secondary school. Experience working with at-risk students and students from diverse backgrounds. Experience teaching physical fitness to students at the two-year community college preferred. About Us Tri-County Technical College is a public, two-year community and technical college serving Anderson, Oconee, and Pickens counties in South Carolina. Our Vision Passionate people transforming lives and building strong communities one student at a time. Our Mission Tri-County Technical College provides students an exceptional and affordable learning experience that improves their quality of life. The College advances economic development in the tri-county region by preparing a highly-skilled workforce.