HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION FACULTY ( TENURE TRACK )

Position Summary

 
The Health and Physical Education Faculty at the University of Providence plays a vital role in preparing future educators specializing in Health and Physical Education. This position involves the delivery of high-quality instruction, curriculum development, and the promotion of overall well-being. The faculty member will contribute to the academic community through research, mentorship, and collaboration with colleagues, fostering an environment that inspires students to lead healthy and active lives.

Responsibilities

• Teach 24 credits per academic year (12 each semester) in the Education program.
• Instruct courses in multicultural education, social studies education, field practicum courses, and
• assessment, and/or other methods courses.
• Teach on-line required courses.
• Recruit and advise undergraduate students.
• Supervise student teachers.
• Conduct program assessment and development.
• Assist with program accreditation.
• Perform scholarly activities.
• Provide service to the program, University, profession, and community.

Requirements

Education

• A terminal degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Education.
• Doctoral candidates who are ABD (all but dissertation) are encouraged to apply.
• Specialization curriculum and instruction required.

Experience

• Preference for the following:
  • Experience teaching at varied K-12 levels.
  • Ability to teach classes and/ or content knowledge in Health Pedagogy, Physical Education Pedagogy, Coaching Pedagogy, Health Sports Management, and Physical Education
  • Experience with advising students.
  • Expertise with computer applications for instructional purposes.
• Communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with a diverse student population and colleagues.

Position Details

Position Type: Faculty
FTE: 1.0
FLSA: Exempt
Salary: $53,000 – $63,000 Annually
Location: Great Falls, MT campus

To apply, please send cover letter, UP application including contact information for three professional references, Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, and Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (if applicable) to hr.up@uprovidence.edu.

THE UNIVERSITY OF PROVIDENCE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COVERED BY THE MONTANA VETERANS’ AND HANDICAPPED PERSONS’ EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE ACT.

Employment Application (PDF)

Employee Benefits

The University of Providence is a Catholic, student-centered, mission-focused university. For more information, please contact Human Resources at 406.791.5977.