Title: Assistant Professor of Health, Physical Education and Recreation
State Role Title: Instructor
Hiring Range: Commensurate with education and experience
Pay Band: UG
Agency: Virginia State University
Location: Virginia State University
Agency Website: vsu.edu
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
" Greater Happens Here"
The Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation invites applications for a full-time, non–tenure-track Core Faculty position. We seek an educator committed to excellence in teaching, collaborative engagement, and advancing student learning in a dynamic academic environment. The successful candidate will teach core undergraduate courses in Health and Physical Education and related fields. Appointments are renewable in addition to teaching, the faculty member will be a core contributor to program assessments and accreditation activities, including those aligned with SACSCOC and CAEP. This role requires active participation in research or scholarly activities, academic advising, and service to the department, college, university, and broader community.
Core faculty responsibilities include:
Teach core undergraduate courses in Health and Physical Education and related content areas, with an emphasis on teaching and other professional responsibilities.
Contribute to program assessments and accreditation processes, including SACSCOC and CAEP.
Engage in research and scholarly activities that demonstrate a record—or strong potential—of productivity.
Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
Participate in departmental, college, and university service.
Maintain meaningful engagement with schools, community partners, and professional organizations.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Kinesiology, Exercise Science or a closely related field (ABD considered if degree will be completed by the start date).
Previous experience and/or evidence of success in developing and/or teaching Kinesiology, Exercise Science or Health, Physical Education curriculum materials.
Experience building collaborative partnerships and relationships with stakeholders in the community, in the non-profit or business community, or teacher education programs in colleges/universities.
Experience in face-to-face teaching and learning.
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices.
*Virginia State University requires that faculty be appropriately credentialed to teach assigned courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. VSU demonstrates compliance with its Faculty Credentialing Policy #2301 for all applicable education, experience, licensure and certification requirements in the selection and hiring of its faculty.
Additional Considerations
Experience as core faculty in a Kinesiology or Exercise Physiology program
Experience, accreditation in athletic training or other relevant Allied Health discipline
Established record of research and scholarly publications
Experience with data management for program evaluation (e.g., KPIs, student learning outcomes)
Experience with online, hybrid, and/or technology-enhanced instruction
Record of external grant activity or potential for securing funding
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
You must include a current resume/c.v. and a letter of interest in your application. Three (3) letters of recommendation and official transcripts will be required before hire. (faculty only)
Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
HOW TO APPLY:
Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed, e-mailed, and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check, which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment, if applicable.
Employment-based visa sponsorship at Virginia State University (VSU) is not guaranteed and will be evaluated carefully on a case-by-case basis. Federal law does not require employers to provide immigration sponsorship, and VSU is not obligated to offer it. Employment at VSU does not permit an individual to work in the United States unless the appropriate employment authorization has been obtained and verified in accordance with federal immigration compliance requirements.
Contact Information
Name: Boatemaa Nyarko-Brentuo
Phone: 804-524-5083
Email: bnyarko-brentuo@vsu.edu
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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The narrative history of the Commonwealth of Virginia often begins with the founding of Jamestown in 1607, near what is now modern day Williamsburg, Virginia. Jamestown became the first permanent English settlement in the New World, and the Virginia General Assembly, established on July 30, 1619, is now recognized as the oldest legislative body in the western hemisphere. When Virginia became a royal colony in 1624, the robust tobacco trade that had been developing in Virginia helped establish the American colonies as a powerful economic force. During the American Revolution, Virginia witnessed the final surrender of British forces at Yorktown and later became known as the birthplace of many revolution-era figures and future American presidents, including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. To date, 8 United States presidents have been born in Virginia, more than in any other state.
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