Department of Kinesiology - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

Department of Kinesiology - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

Department of Kinesiology
Part-Time Lecturer Pool

POSITION

The Department of Kinesiology at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool.

We welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student centered to teach in the following subject areas:

• Anatomy and Physiology
  
• Athletic Training
  
• Biomechanics
  
• Exercise Physiology
  
• Fitness
  
• Gerokinesiology
  
• Legal and ethical Issues in Kinesiology
  
• Motor Control and Learning
  
• Recreation and Physical Activity Promotion
  
• Sport and Exercise Psychology
  
• Strength & Conditioning
  
• Teacher Education
  
  This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary.
  
  APPOINTMENTS FROM THE PART-TIME POOL ARE TEMPORARY AND OFTEN MADE JUST PRIOR TO THE START OF THE ACADEMIC TERM. APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE ON VERY SHORT NOTICE.
  
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  
• A Master's degree in Kinesiology or related field or equivalent experience.
  
• Candidates should have prior teaching experience at the university level.
  
• Candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation college students
  
• K through 12 (Teacher Education) and/or University-level teaching experience in Kinesiology
  
• The ability to communicate effectively and work with a culturally and ethnically diverse student population
  
• Demonstrated ability/potential to provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate education to a diverse student population, including first‐generation and under-represented college students
  
• Record of scholarship in their respective area of specialization
  
• A demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in teaching, scholarship, and/or service.
  
  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  
• Preference will be given to those with significant teaching experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment
  
• Preference will also be given to those with relevant performance and professional experience
  
• College-level teaching experience in the discipline of Kinesiology
  
• For Athletic Training classes; current Athletic Trainer certification
  
• For Teacher Education classes; K through 12 teaching experience
  
  HOW TO APPLY
  
  A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:
  
• Letter of interest or Cover Letter which includes a statement of which courses qualified to teach
  
• Summary of Teaching Experience/Courses
  
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  
• Three Letters of Recommendation
  
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required upon appointment)
  
• Diversity Statement- Brief statement (no more than 500 words) detailing how you envision your teaching will support the success of students from underrepresented racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, sexuality, and gender identity backgrounds.
  
  Applications will be reviewed as needed.
  
  Please direct all questions about the position to: Dr. Steve Walk, Department Chair, at swalk@fullerton.edu
  
  ABOUT THE COLLEGE AND THE DEPARTMENT
  
  The College of Health and Human Development values diversity and inclusion, collaboration, academic excellence, discovery, and accountability. We aspire to foster future leaders committed to equitable and best practices that improve the human condition in a diverse society. Our mission is to prepare students to thrive in a globalized era in their chosen field. We provide education, conduct research, and engage diverse communities to advance human health, development, and well-being.
  
  DEPARTMENT OF KINESIOLOGY MISSION
  The Department of Kinesiology advances the understanding and practice of human movement across the lifespan within the context of a diverse and changing society.
  
  VISION
  We aspire to be a premier kinesiology department recognized nationally and internationally for our creation, dissemination, and application of high-quality knowledge related to human physical activity across the sub disciplines of kinesiology. This entails:
  
• The best well-rounded scientific and humanistic undergraduate and graduate kinesiology and athletic training curricula that delivers cutting edge knowledge through high impact practices.
  
• The production of nationally and internationally recognized basic and applied research that advances the understanding and practice of human movement across the lifespan.
  
• Leadership in the field of kinesiology and its sub disciplines through professional service and community outreach.
  
• A community that embraces diversity and inclusivity of students, faculty, and research interests related to human movement
  
• A department faculty that maintains the highest integrity and ethical principles in their teaching and research and fosters those standards in students within the department and larger university.
  
  California State University, Fullerton is a minority-serving institution and an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum. CSUF fosters an inclusive environment within which students, faculty, staff, and administrators thrive. Individuals advancing the University's strategic diversity goals and those from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
  
  APPOINTMENT DATE AND ACADEMIC CALENDAR
  
  The need for part-time faculty is greatest in Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall term begins in the late August and ends in mid-December; the Spring term runs from the middle of January through the end of May. On rare occasions part-time faculty are needed during one of the Summer Session segments.
  
  APPOINTMENT AND SALARY
  
  All part-time faculty appointments are made as Lecturers, under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association. Initial appointments are for one semester only.
  
  Classification Range: $4,530 - $6,056 per month
  Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $5,405 per month.
  
  The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. For a three-unit assignment, typical starting compensation ranges from $5,436 to $6,486 per semester.
  
  For a description of potential benefits, go to https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/benefits/
  
  PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
  
  Regular performance evaluations of part-time lecturers are made by the department in accord with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These performance evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future and continued teaching assignments. And in some instances, syllabi, assignments and reading material will be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee.
  
  CAMPUS & AREA
  
  Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 41,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California's revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty and administrators through orientations, training programs and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, CSUF Garden Grove Center, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.
  
  MANDATED REPORTER PER CANRA
  
  The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse And Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
  
  CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE
  
  
  
  This offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or if information was knowingly withheld or falsified.
  
  Please note, that continued employment is contingent upon your successful completion of a background screening as required under CSU policy. Faculty rehired at CSUF after a break in service of 12 or more months who have not had a CSUF background check within the past 12 months will be subject to a new background check; rehire is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of the new background check
  
  OUT-OF-STATE EMPLOYMENT POLICY
  
  In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and requires hiring employees to perform CSU related work within the State of California.
  
  COVID-19
  
  CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr@fullerton.edu.
  
  TITLE IX
  
  Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator
  
  CLERY ACT DISCLOSURE
  
  California State University Fullerton is committed to assisting all members of the community in providing for their own safety and security. The annual security and fire safety report is available on the CSUF website. If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains this information, you can stop by the Police Department in at 800 North State College Blvd or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (657) 278-7286.
  
  To apply, visit https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/fl/en-us/job/514250/department-of-kinesiology-parttime-lecturer-pool jeid-afa9d20dee88a043a63db72798071c53