Adjunct Faculty - Movement Science

The Department of Movement Science at Grand Valley State University (GVSU) invites applicants for part-time adjunct instructors in the Fitness, Skill, and Activity (FIT) courses on a semester-by-semester basis.  FIT courses are physical education electives offered to all GVSU students.  Instructors specifically for functional strength and weight/strength training classes are needed. Classes are held during the day.  A full listing of FIT courses may be found on the department website:  FIT Courses Offered.

Salary/Benefits

Starting salary is $1000 per credit hour and depends on educational degree and number of years taught at GVSU. Adjunct Faculty are not eligible for health benefits (medical, dental, vision), short-term and long-term disability, retirement benefits, or tuition waivers. For list of adjunct benefits, please visit Adjunct Faculty Benefits

Required Qualifications and Education:

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching content and pedagogy in the content related to the selected FIT class(es) to be taught

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, such as the ability to interact with others with respect and empathy

• A bachelor’s degree with additional tested experience criteria (i.e. certification, work experience, and/or continuing education) 

Extensive job/career history within the selected course content will be considered (with multiple tested experience criteria)

Preferred Qualifications and Education:  

• A master’s degree in related discipline or related subfield

Responsibilities:   

• Teach assigned FIT course(s) at the undergraduate level.

• Complete student evaluations and assessments required for an academic class.

How to Apply: A complete application must include: (1) resume/curriculum vitae (CV), (2) copies of relevant certifications, (3) contact information of three professional references, and (4) graduate transcripts (unofficial issued to students are acceptable to apply). Apply online at GVSU Careers.  The online application will allow applicants to attach these documents electronically, in the same file location. Applicants selected for interviews will be required to submit official transcripts prior to the interview.

If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Karol Tiemersma, FIT Course Coordinator, tiemersk@gvsu.edu.  If you need technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at hro@gvsu.edu. 

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Application Deadline:  The review process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University thereafter.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.