Adjunct Instructor - Exercise Science Hiring Pool

In keeping with our mission and vision statement, Maryville University actively seeks adjunct faculty members who are experts in their fields and have a passion for teaching. Adjunct faculty are an integral part of the University's learning community.

Maryville University is accepting applications for an Adjunct Instructor pool to teach in the undergraduate Exercise Science Program on campus or online. Courses to be taught include: (1) Health and Exercise Psychology, (2) Personnel and Human Resource Management, and (3) Health Promotion Planning and Evaluation. The successful candidate must be committed to fostering a culturally diverse atmosphere for faculty, staff and students.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Instruct assigned course as specified in the schedule, course contract, and provided curriculum
• Participate in welcome orientation (in person or digitally) to become familiar with the University's mission, academic policies and procedures, expectations, and Canvas (Learning Management System)
• Prepare essential learning objectives, lesson plans, assignments, and digital lectures/screencasts (as necessary). Develop course syllabus.
• Clearly communicate course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, and assignments, using available technology with Canvas
• Employ a variety of teaching styles in order to effectively deliver course content demonstrating both academic and real-world/practical applications of concepts covered
• Encourage active learning through discussion topics, assignments, group projects, etc.
• Provide feedback and grade assignments in a timely and thorough manner (< 2 weeks)
• Establish digital office hours through the use of University conferencing tools to provide additional assistance with student questions/concerns
• Report early alerts for students who are not actively engaging in the course
• Additional duties, as assigned, will vary based on course(s) taught

Applications are being accepted from candidates who have both teaching and industry experience working in the following fields:

Personal Training, Health Promotion and Wellness, Strength and Conditioning, Athletic Training, Biomechanics, Physical Therapy, or other Exercise Science-related fields.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in Exercise Science or a related field
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Minimum two years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Terminal degree from an accredited institution in a related field
• Professional membership in the NSCA, ACSM, APTA, NATA, or other related organization
• Demonstrated ability to coach and assist students in achieving their academic goals