Adjunct Instructor of Kinesiology

Description

The Science & Mathematics Department at Simpson University, Redding, CA, is seeking candidates to join the adjunct instructor pool for Kinesiology for the upcoming academic year. Currently, the department welcomes applications for instructors with the qualifications to teach introductory or upper division lecture and/or lab courses. Note that an appointment in one semester is not a guarantee of an appointment in a subsequent semester.

Qualifications:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Kinesiology or related field

• Ability to teach courses in person at our Redding, CA campus

• Teaching experience preferred

General Expectations:

• Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ

• Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties.

• Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook

• Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records

• Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment

• Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties

• Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties

• Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures


• Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area

• Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the President

Essential Functions:

• Prepare weekly lectures, classroom/lab activities, quizzes, and exams

• Deliver courses in-person at the Redding campus

• Utilize Canvas for course management and delivery of content

• Grade student work in a timely manner

• Work with a diverse student body population

• Express an effusive Christian faith based in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ

Physical Requirements:

Job Title :

Adjunct Instructor of Kinesiology


Typical Working Conditions:


Indoors in controlled environment; potential for outdoor lab experiments

Equipment Used:


Computer, copier/printer, mouse, keyboard, standard physics lab equipment


Essential Physical Tasks:


Sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing while presenting information, setting up equipment for a physics lab

Analysis of Physical Demands to Perform Essential Functions:

Key (Based on typical week):

N=Never
R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)
O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)

F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)
C=Constant (over 66% of time)

Activity

Frequency

Activity

Frequency

N

R

O

F

C

N

R

O

F

C

Lifting/Carrying

Twisting/Turning

Under 10 lbs

X

Reach over shoulder

X

11-20 lbs

X

Reach over head

X

21-50 lbs

X

Reach outward

X

51-100 lbs

X

Climb

X

Over 100 lbs

X

Crawl

X

Kneel

X

Pushing/Pulling

Squat

X

Under 10 lbs

X

Sit

X

11-20 lbs

X

Walk-Normal Surfaces

X

21-50 lbs

X

Walk-Uneven Surfaces

X

51-100 lbs

X

Walk-Slippery Surfaces

X

Over 100 lbs

X

Stand

X

Bend

X

Driving

Automatic Trans

X

Standard Trans

X

Other

Keyboard/Ten Key

X

Fingering (fine dexterity)

X

Handling (grasping, holding)

X

Repetitive Motion - Hands


X

Repetitive Motion - Feet

X

Salary: $26 hourly

Requirements

In order for your application to be considered complete, please be sure to submit:

Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Interest

Contact information for three references

Statement of Integration of Faith and Higher Education essay (250-300 words) that describes the candidate's approach to integrating Christian faith with their teaching and scholarship.

Transcripts of all graduate work complete. Copies and/or unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hiring.