Adjunct Lecturer of Health and Physical Education-1

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

40d

About The Position

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 8,900 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 Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation. 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.

Requirements

• Completed Master’s 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
• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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).

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 UALR’s learning management system (Blackboard).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees