Physical Education/Kinesiology - Men's and Women's Track and Field Head Coach

/ College of the Canyons•Santa Clarita, CA

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About The Position

College of the Canyons is accepting applications for an adjunct instructor applicant pool in Physical Education/Kinesiology – Coaching, with head coaching responsibilities for the men’s and women’s track and field programs. This is a part-time, as-needed position. Assignments may be at the Valencia or Canyon Country campus or other college teaching locations. Adjunct faculty assignments may include Monday through Friday day or evening classes, as well as Saturday classes. Part-time faculty positions do not accrue tenure rights and may offer flexible hours. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for immediate and future eligibility in the pool; positions are open until filled, and completed applications may be reviewed as enrollment needs arise. Qualified applicants who complete the selection and interview process may be eligible for adjunct employment within the next 36 months. The head coach will lead and oversee the men’s and women’s track and field programs, recruit and develop student-athletes, organize training and competition preparation, and coordinate program operations. The role also includes teaching assigned Physical Education/Kinesiology courses and participating in departmental and college activities. The adjunct salary starts at $89.24 per hour, with an annual head coaching stipend of $15,000. Employment is subject to verification of application information, credentials and transcripts, background fingerprint clearance, tuberculosis screening, work eligibility, and Board of Trustees approval as required.

Requirements

Possess an unexpired California Community College Instructor Credential in Coaching; or any bachelor's degree and two years of full-time-equivalent professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment or equivalent; or any associate degree and six years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment or equivalent.
Submit a completed District Academic Application, a current detailed resume, two professional reference letters (one formal, signed teaching evaluation may substitute for one reference letter), and complete college transcripts verifying required degrees or coursework.
Application documents must be dated within the last five years and have original signatures where required.
Degrees and units must be from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the American Council on Post-Secondary Education; equivalency evaluation is required in specified cases involving foreign, unaccredited, or non-exact-discipline credentials.
Complete required employment verifications and clearances, including background fingerprint clearance, tuberculosis screening, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Ability to create an interactive learning environment, engage students from diverse backgrounds, adapt teaching approaches, assess student learning, integrate educational technologies, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight for all aspects of the men's and women's track and field programs.
Recruit, retain, and develop student-athletes with academic and athletic potential.
Plan and conduct practices, training sessions, and preparation for track and field competitions.
Coordinate competition schedules, travel, equipment, budgets, and fundraising activities.
Supervise and direct assistant coaches.
Ensure compliance with applicable 3C2A, Western State Conference, and College of the Canyons rules and regulations.
Promote academic success, student-athlete welfare, and transfer opportunities to four-year institutions.
Develop and maintain relationships with local high schools, community organizations, and prospective student-athletes.
Collaborate with athletic trainers, academic counselors, athletic administration, and other campus departments.
Teach assigned Physical Education/Kinesiology courses and participate in departmental activities.
Assume leadership roles within the department and the institution.
Serve the needs of students, the department, the college, and the community; collaborate across disciplines and use student support resources.
Participate in department, division, and college committees, participatory governance, curriculum and program development, and ongoing professional development.
Work collegially and collaboratively within the college community.
Create a dynamic learning environment that values instructor-student interaction and facilitates authentic learning for students from diverse backgrounds.
Adapt teaching pedagogy to the knowledge of individual students and classes, reflect on teaching, and respond to evidence-based assessment of student learning.
Integrate new technologies into the learning process, including interactive technologies for on-campus and online courses, and communicate effectively orally and in writing.