Kinesiology Adjunct Professor — Hybrid Fall Term

Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 4,000 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College. As a comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary’s offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education. Saint Mary’s reputation for excellence, innovation, and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning, and student interaction bring these traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to the educational benefits of diversity. Qualifications Portfolio Development serves as the capstone activity for the Master of Arts degree in Kinesiology. Through this course, students will be able to feature professional and academic work, refine their personal brand, and share evidence of core competencies in order to better prepare for post-graduate success. The student will integrate applicable knowledge from both the core Graduate Kinesiology courses as well as elective courses into the final portfolio. This course will be taught in a hybrid format during the 2026 Fall term . The time will be agreed upon with the instructor. In addition to teaching, the instructor is expected to hold regular office hours (a minimum of one hour per week) in order to provide students with support outside of the classroom. The successful candidate will hold a terminal degree in Kinesiology or a closely related field and have a recent publication record in the field, or a Master’s degree in Kinesiology or a closely related field and have at least five years of current, relevant professional experience. Demonstrated teaching effectiveness at the graduate level as evidenced by recent course evaluations is strongly preferred. Candidates should be comfortable supporting and working in a multi-cultural environment. Preference will be given to those who have taught the course. Candidates must reside in California. The salary range for this position is $2,482 - $3,436 (1 unit) and is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the College and SEIU, Local 1021, available here . Application Instructions Please apply online by clicking the APPLY NOW button. Include a cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications and are prepared to support the mission of the College. Submit a resume or CV. Include the name and contact information for three (3) professional references. In applying for a position, candidates sign a consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor vehicle check, and a third-party background check. Applicants to all available course sections who are members of the Saint Mary’s College bargaining unit or agency fee payers covered by the agreement with SEIU 1021, who have previously taught the course (KINES 705), or who have been determined qualified through the process outlined in Article 10, have only the following application requirements: Indicate interest via application to the posting Complete the SMC Per Course Adjunct Faculty Questionnaire to identify as a Saint Mary’s College bargaining unit faculty member or agency fee payers covered by the agreement with SEIU 1021 Application Process This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conductthis search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. Saint Mary's is an equal employment opportunity employer. We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all. College policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender stereotyping, and gender identity, taking a protected leave (e.g. family medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis protected by applicable laws. Saint Mary's College annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Saint Mary's College Report, please go to the Public Safety website at . To request a paper copy please call Public Safety at View phone number on click.appcast.io. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number of occurrences. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California