Assistant Professor - Department of Health and Physical Education
NEIU•Chicago, IL
•$65,000 - $68,000•Onsite
About The Position
Northeastern Illinois University’s Department of Health, Physical Education, Educational Foundations, and Urban Community Studies is seeking a full-time, tenure-track faculty member. The ideal candidate will share the university’s commitment to educating a racially, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse student population and will collaborate with other faculty in the program, department, college and university to deliver high quality instruction and programs for diverse English Language Learners.
Requirements
- An earned doctorate (PhD or EdD) in Physical Education, Health Promotion, Health Education or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution (ABD with completion by 8/1/2027 will be considered).
- Demonstrated instructional proficiencies.
- A strong understanding of culturally relevant pedagogy.
- Evidence of research and/or scholarly potential commensurate with the expectations for a beginning assistant professor at a regional, comprehensive university.
Nice To Haves
- K-12 teaching experience.
- Proficiency with online instruction.
Responsibilities
- Teach three courses in physical education, exercise science, or health each semester during the academic year.
- Deliver office hours in person.
- Conduct scholarly research.
- Provide service to the department, college, university, and greater community.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Sick days
- Vacation days
- Participation in the State Universities Retirement System
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
