25-51 Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Health and Physical Education

West Chester University of PA • West Chester, PA

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About The Position

Join a vibrant equity-minded campus community of educators whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. The Department of Secondary Education and K-12 Health and Physical Education invites applicants for a Full-Time, Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor of Health and Physical Education position. The position begins in August 2025. West Chester University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. The University offers more than 100 graduate and undergraduate programs in the sciences and mathematics, business and public management, arts and humanities, health sciences, education and social work, music, and interdisciplinary studies. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good. The mission of the Department of Secondary Education and K12 Health and Physical Education, part of the College of Education and Social Work, is to educate teachers to be leaders and inspire learning in students. The Faculty and Staff are active scholars and professionals who love teaching and are committed to student success, scholarly endeavors, and community service. Learn more about West Chester University's Secondary Education and K12 Health and Physical Education programs.

Requirements

• A doctorate in Physical Education, Health Education, or Curriculum & Instruction, or closely related educational discipline. ABD may be considered - must be completed on or before August 2025.
• At least three years teaching experience at the K-12 level.
• Teaching certification (current or expired) in health and physical education.
• Ability to teach Health and Physical Education content and pedagogical course.
• Ability to supervise Health and Physical Education student teachers.
• Record of scholarship in the Health and/or Physical Education field (traditional or applied).
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing & verbal, and present dynamically to a variety of constituents.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working directly with K-12 teachers including mentoring, training, and professional development.
• Experience supervising and/or mentoring student teachers.
• Experience teaching undergraduate/graduate Health and Physical Education courses.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a Health and Physical Education along with doctorate degree as described above.
• Experience authoring and/or co-authoring grant funding.
• Experience in curriculum development at the K12 or undergraduate/graduate level.
• Experience assessing teacher education candidates or program for accreditation.
• Experience integrating technology in teaching methods.
• Membership and/or involvement with Health and Physical Education professional organizations.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate level courses in the Health and Physical Education program.
• Contribute to curriculum development.
• Engage in scholarly activities such as research, presentations, and publications.
• Supervise student teachers and interns.
• Mentor and advise students.
• Serve the College, University, and the community through participation in various committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salaries
• Excellent benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree