Health, Physical Education Adjunct

Independence Community College

Health, Physical Education Adjunct

Independence, KS
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Overview $675 Per Credit Hour Play a critical role in delivering a well-rounded liberal arts education by teaching as an adjunct, undergraduate courses within the Health, Physical Education, Recreation program. The position includes responsibilities such as course implementation and assessment and active collaboration with colleagues within the Math and Sciences Division. Courses are available to be taught online and on-ground.

    All employees at ICC are expected to perform all duties in a manner consistent with the mission objectives and strategies of the College. This position reports to the Vice President of Academic Affairs as part of the Math and Sciences Division.

    This position is scheduled to start October 2025.

    Qualifications

    Master’s degree in a Health, Physical Education, Recreation discipline; or a master’s degree in a related field with 18 graduate credits in the concentration from an accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

    Teaching Responsibilities

    Teach undergraduate courses as assigned.

    Develop and provide written course syllabus with classroom policies, procedures, grading guidelines, and learning outcomes.

    Develop curriculum, presentation materials, course materials, and examinations.

    Use appropriate and up-to-date course materials, including learning objectives, textbooks, and supplementary teaching materials.

    Provide a positive learning environment committed to ICC student success by being receptive to various learning modalities (e.g. on-line, traditional, and hybrid).

    Work with the instructional team to provide outcomes assessment, follow-up, and improvement(s).

    Encourage student retention, continuity, progress in coursework and program, and student success.

    Work with other instructors and college staff to promote ICC and the curricula offerings.

    Assist in student recruitment, curriculum development, and assessments.

    General Responsibilities

    Support external reporting requirements by providing information and input for accreditation, state, and governmental agencies, and by completing reports as needed.

    Ensure all ICC property is secured.

    Exemplify the ability to work with a broad student population.

    Communicate effectively with sensitivity to student learning styles and developmental needs.

    Validate responsible work habits through collaborative and collegial social interactions.

    Adhere to general rules of safety, procedures, and ethical job standards.

    Present expertise in content area and keep abreast of advancements.

    Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with students, colleagues, and staff.

    Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally through oral and written communications.

    Perform other duties as assigned.

    Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of an Adjunct in Health, Physical Education, Recreation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Position generally requires light work with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds or more, carrying supplies, equipment.

    This position requires the ability to sit or stand or walk for extended and various periods of time.

    The ability to effectively learn new computer programs and applications as necessary; the ability to effectively troubleshoot changing computer software issues.

    The ability to communicate clearly with small or large groups of people, with an excellent comprehension of the English language, is essential.

    Provide own transportation to and from campus, and appropriate licensing to operate college vehicles on recruiting trips.