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Visiting Instructor Health and Physical Education
 Georgia Southern University | |
 United States, Georgia, Statesboro | |
 May 30, 2025 | |
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Visiting Instructor Health and Physical Education Job ID: 286226 Location: Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: About Us Join Our Team at Georgia Southern! Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds! Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world. To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/ Location With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation. Statesboro Campus 1332 Southern Drive Statesboro, GA 30458 Department Information Within this setting, the Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology is a dynamic and growing unit of over 50 faculty and staff serving over 2,000 majors enrolled in a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs. The existing Kinesiology program includes both an undergraduate degree with approximately 1,000 students and a Masters in Kinesiology degree that includes concentrations in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Exercise Science, and Coaching Education. This position will fill teaching needs within the Health and Physical Education Program. Job Summary Reporting to the department chair, the visiting instructor of Health and Physical Education will teach an academic course load of 5 courses per semester, which may include supervision of student teachers. This is an academic year appointment for the months of August 2025-May 2026. All visiting positions are non-tenure track appointments. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Required Qualifications Earned Master's Degree in Physical Education or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Physical Education, by August 1, 2025 Working knowledge of, and experience implementing, state and national education standards Excellent communication skills Technological literacy and ability to integrate technology into teaching where applicable Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development Preferred Qualifications Earned Doctorate in Health Professions Education, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Health/Physical Education, by August 1, 2025. Minimum of one-year full time college university teaching in Physical Education, or closely related field Experience in observing, assessing, and providing feedback to teacher candidates in the public-school setting. Ability or willingness to learn to teach in an online environment Proposed Salary Required Documents to Attach A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae ; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position KNOWLEDGE Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills Apply Before Date Open Until Filled Screening of applications begins June 05, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2025. Contact Information Keri Mans, Ph.D. kmans@georgiasouthern.edu 912-344-3245 USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Conditions of Employment All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy. Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus. Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Equal Employment Opportunity More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/colleges/health-professions. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. Background Check
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