Instructor or Assistant Professor of Physical Education

Instructor or Assistant Professor of Physical Education

MARSHALL, TX 75670

Apply Apply Description Wiley University is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Assistant Professor of Physical Education. The successful candidate must hold a minumum of a master's degree in education with extensive experience. Must have a minimum of three years of experience in Education. Experience must be related to the Texas Administrative Code category for classroom teachers (i.e., Early Childhood Education, Middle Grades, Secondary Education, Special Education, Educational Technology, Physical Education, Health, Music Education, Business Education, etc.) or service and administrative categories (Educational Leadership, Adult Education, School Counselor, Workforce Education, etc.) Must have a minimum of one-year undergraduate teaching experience or other comparable teaching/training experience.

The successful candidate will:

• Teach undergraduate courses in physical education and wellness, which may include Foundations of Physical Education, Fitness and Conditioning, Lifetime Sports and Activities, Health and Wellness, Motor Learning and Development, Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, and/or Sports Management
• Design and deliver engaging, activity-based instruction that promotes physical literacy, skill development, and healthy lifestyle choices
• Supervise physical activity sessions and ensure safe, inclusive participation for students of varying fitness levels and abilities
• Provide academic mentoring and professional guidance to support student development in health, fitness, and physical education careers
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, assessment practices, and continuous program improvement
• Actively participate in departmental, college, and university service activities, including support for campus recreation and wellness initiatives
• Engage in ongoing scholarship and professional development to maintain disciplinary currency and pedagogical effectiveness
• Report to the Department Chair or designated administrator and contribute to departmental goals Qualifications

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Fulfill the College mission of providing a quality education for all students attending Wiley University. Teach approximately fifteen semester hours each semester or the equivalent including supervising field experience or other experiential learning. Prepare course materials and perform other activities which are related to and meet the requirements of the course each semester. Conduct evaluations of student's performance and assign grades on the basis of such evaluations. Keep records of student attendance and grades according to college policy. Responsible for the development and revision of course contents, textbook, instructional materials and teaching assignments or scheduling. Responsible for active involvement in the Texas Education Agency accreditation process and all policies required to meet the performance measures required for accreditation. Responsible for the creation, development, and maintenance of student records and files according Texas Education Agency accreditation requirements and directions provided by the dean. Participate in assessment activities, including and especially assessments required for Texas Education Agency accreditation Provide students with academic and career advisement and assistance in transferability as appropriate. Serve on departmental, divisional and university committees as needed to assist in policy development and other matter to benefit the University. Participate in professional organizations to maintain professional skills. Maintain appropriate office hours. Participate personally and encourage student participation in College programs. Participate in registration and advisement process. Contribute to and performs research. May perform, with the dean's approval, outside recruiting of faculty, staff, and most of all students. May perform related activities assigned by the dean.