Job Summary:
The Department of Exercise & Sport Science seeks adjunct instructor(s) to teach ESS450 Physical Activity Assessment and Measurement (3 course hours)
Primary Responsibilities:
Adjunct instructors are responsible for creating appropriate lesson plans and assignments, grading papers, conducting appropriate assessments of student learning based on program objectives, holding regular office hours, and submitting midterm and final grades.
Class Description for ESS450: Physical Activity Assessment and Measurement (3 Course Hours): This course focuses on the selection, construction, and interpretation of various assessments related to health promotion and physical performance. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of the tools and methods used to measure physical activity, as well as the importance of valid and reliable assessment practices. Emphasis will be placed on applying basic statistical analyses to evaluate the outcomes of health and performance assessments. Through practical learning experiences, students will develop the skills necessary to critically assess physical activity levels, design effective measurement protocols, and interpret data for use in promoting health and enhancing performance. This course is essential for those pursuing careers in health promotion, fitness training, and sports science.
Qualifications:
Candidates should 1) hold at least a master’s degree in Exercise Science, Sport Management, Business (or related field), 2) share a commitment to excellence in teaching within a Christ-centered academic community, and 3) demonstrate a vital and growing Christian faith. Experience in teaching courses at the college level is preferred.
Salary/Benefits:
Adjunct faculty hold the rank of instructor and are hired on a per-course basis.
Contact Information:
Applicants must provide a complete application packet including a letter of application, the faculty application form, curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts of both undergraduate and graduate work (official transcripts will be required upon hiring). Please submit all application materials as pdf or Word files to Prof. Christi Gillman, Chair, Department of Exercise & Sport Science ([email protected]) Include the words “Physical Activity Assessment and Measurement” in the submit line of the e-mail.
Timeline:
Applications are actively sought, and positions will remain open until filled.
About Judson University:
Judson University is a Christian institution representing the Church at work in higher education. Its campus is located along the picturesque Fox River in the city of Elgin just 36 miles northwest of Chicago, Judson is home to over 1,100 students from 42 states and 28 countries. We offer more than 50 undergraduate majors, minors, and pre-professional programs; eight master’s degrees and three doctoral programs.
Judson University has an established policy of equal academic and employment opportunity. This policy is applied to all qualified students, employees, and applicants for admission or employment, in all University programs and activities, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or military or veteran status.