Health and Physical Education Faculty - Lincoln, United States - Nebraska State College System

Description

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Health and Physical Education Faculty

Rank
To be determined based on qualifications

Tenure Information
Tenure Track

Nature of Work

Responsible for providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College.

The educational mission of Peru State College is at the heart of everything we do. Our world-class faculty and staff are laser-focused on student success, with extraordinary levels of dedication and commitment. We are looking for a dynamic, engaged teacher and scholar who will challenge, guide, and inspire our students, helping them launch the lives they dream of.

This faculty position resides in our School of Education; Peru State was founded in 1867 as a teachers' college, and education has been a cornerstone of the College ever since. Our new Health and Physical Education faculty member will contribute to our students' success in a variety of ways.

We invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the area of Health and Physical Education. Depending upon qualifications, teaching responsibilities will include coursework from one or more of the following areas: health education, physical education, sports skills and motor learning, health concepts, exercise physiology, kinesiology, and/or adapted physical education.

• Teach courses in Kinesiology/Applied Exercise Science;
• Advise and mentor students;
• Provide service to the College and actively participate in campus life on the main campus in Peru, NE;
• Demonstrate active professional development and contribution to the academic discipline;
• Pursue continuous improvement of instructional practices;
• Implement student engagement practices in and outside the traditional learning space;
• Work effectively with a diverse student population, many of whom are first-generation college students.

Examples of Work Performed

Essential Duties:

1. Contribute to students' academic growth and development, which includes all of the following.

A. Teaching, which includes but is not limited to the following:
i. Have knowledge of and enthusiasm for the subject
ii. Maintain competence in the assigned field of specialization and exhibit professional competence in the classroom, studio or laboratory
iii. Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning
iv. Maintain respect for the student and the student's posture as a learner
v. Organize course and subject matter to acquaint all students with the course requirements including specific objectives, and methods of evaluation
vi. Organize course presentations through short-term and long-range outcomes
vii. Present abstract ideas and theories clearly
viii. Conduct classroom presentations and activities utilizing methods appropriate to reach students of varying educational/experiential backgrounds and learning styles
ix. Actively engage students in lectures, discussions or laboratories
x. Coordinate handouts, video and/or online materials and/or articles to update course content
xi. Incorporate new methodologies in teaching and technology into classes
xii. Encourage student to think for themselves
xiii. Be flexible and innovative with teaching styles and approaches, as appropriate to the class
xiv. Be reliable in meeting scheduled responsibilities
xv. Be accessible to students; post and maintain office hours
xvi. Provide regular and timely assessment of student progress
xvii. Be fair in examinations and grading
xviii. Participate in program assessment and catalog revisions
xix. Periodically evaluate and develop new courses, where necessary, revise and update existing courses to maintain relevant and current content.
xx. Participate in program review and updating requirements

B. Advising students, which includes but is not limited to the following:
i. Be knowledgeable about college policies and program requirements
ii. Help students plan programs of study
iii. Provide students with advice on academic issues and career counseling, tutoring, and other academic support resources
iv. Assist in the development, implementation, and assessment of the departmental enrollment management plan, including serving directly in student recruitment, retention, and success strategies
v. Schedule and maintain availability for student advising
vi. Establish and maintain timely communication with advisees
vii. Provide leadership and supervision for student organizations and activities

2. Professional achievement and continual preparation and study through scholarly and creative activity will vary according to the field, examples of which may include the following:
A. Participate in academic organizations related to teaching assignment
B. Give scholarly presentations, workshops or performances
C. Produce scholarly materials such as original or applied research, manuscripts, articles, book reviews, musical arrangements, or works of art
D. Engage in appropriate professional development to enhance performance as faculty member
E. Seek external funding through approved grant and contract work related to discipline, as appropriate and assigned
F. Provide evidence of achievement within and significance of contributions to field
G. Provide evidence of quality and originality of thought or work and breadth and depth of perspective
H. Be willing and able to continue individual development and professional productivity as a member of the faculty.

3. Professional services rendered outside the academic discipline in ways other than teaching that contribute to the work of the College vary from individual to individual. Service to the college and community, and profession related to the professional assignment includes the following:
A. Participate in campus and community presentations
B. Serve on discipline, department, school, and campus-wide committees and initiatives
C. Take an active role in discipline, departmental, and school accreditation and reaccreditation activities, as appropriate and as assigned
D. Periodically evaluate and develop new courses, where necessary, consistent with the role and mission of the institution, school and department
E. Sponsor student organizations, as appropriate and assigned, and participate in student-based activities
F. Provide leadership in professional organizations and/or good citizenship in the community at large
G. Foster and sustain collegial relations with campus, community and profession

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Health Education or Physical Education or a closely related field required, or terminal degree in Health Education, Physical Education, or a closely related field. Terminal degree required for tenure.
• Evidence of effective teaching skills, including teaching via web-based instruction;
• Capacity to conduct research;
• Experience and/or interest in increasing student success and engagement, particularly of underrepresented students; and
• A strong understanding of diversity and willingness to work with diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications

Successful prior teaching experience at the post-secondary level.

License and Certification Requirements

Other Requirements

Offers depend on successful background check.

Salary Information
Competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications

FTE

1

FLSA
Exempt

Union Status
SCEA

Number of Vacancies
1

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
F374P

Desired Start Date

Open Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

General Information

PSC's "Campus of a Thousand Oaks," an arboretum campus, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state's first college, Peru State provides students of all backgrounds access to engaging educational experiences to strengthen and enrich communities, Nebraska and the world. PSC is a member institution of the Nebraska State College System. For more information, visit or call

EEO Statement

The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and do not discriminate against any student, employee, or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, or age in employment and education opportunities. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges' non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.

Veteran Statement
This position is subject to Veterans Preference.