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Job Title:

Instructor of Health and Physical Education

Department:

Teacher Education

College/Division:

College Of Education

Primary Job Posting Location:

Macon, GA 31207

Additional Job Posting Locations:

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details:

Tift College of Education is seeking an Instructor of Health and Physical Education with experience and credentials in K-12 health and physical education. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs for the Macon and the Regional Academic Centers, the successful candidate will be housed on the University's Macon Campus. The position is a 9-month appointment, with the opportunity for summer employment. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities:

Primary duties include:

• Teach undergraduate courses in health and physical education in face-to-face and online formats

• Support the leadership for the undergraduate health and physical education teacher education program

• Guide the Physical Education Activities Program and teach activities courses

• Supervise field placements and supporting student success in clinical experiences

• Participate in program review, assessment, and accreditation processes

• Advise and mentor undergraduate students in academic and professional development

• Serve on college and university committees

• Engage in professional development activities focused on instructional quality and student outcomes

• Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and collegial environment within the College

Qualifications:

Required:

• Evidence of at least three (3) years of successful K-12 teaching experience with various student populations

• Master's Degree in Kinesiology, Physical Education, or a related field from an accredited college or university

• Superior interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills

Preferred:

• Earned doctorate in Physical Education Teacher Education from an accredited college or University

• Evidence of successful college/university teaching in traditional and online settings

• Experience with academic program coordination

• Experience participating in assessment and continuous improvement efforts in either K-12 or collegiate settings

• Evidence of a defined line of research in physical education teacher education and scholarly productivity

• Potential to obtain federal, state, and/or private grants and contracts and manage funded projects

• Experience in athletic coaching at the K-12 or collegiate level

• Experience or expertise in an additional area of teacher education (i.e., ESOL, literacy, science education, foundations of education, etc.)

Background Check Contingencies:
- Criminal History

Required Document Attachments:
- CV
- Cover letter
- List of three professional references with contact information

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and? so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Job Family:

Faculty Education

EEO Statement:

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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