Preparation of Teachers of Physical Education and Lifelong Physical Activity
Position Search #: 5.15_
San Francisco State University, Department of Kinesiology invites applicants for a tenure-track
Assistant Professor position in Preparation of Teachers of Physical Education and Lifelong
Physical Activity beginning August 2016. The department seeks a specialist in Physical
Education with expertise in K-12 Teacher Education and Lifelong Wellness through Active Living
to allow the Department to meet the urgent local and statewide need for Physical Education
Teachers and Lifelong Physical Activity Specialists. The department has about 800 majors and
offers two bachelors’ (Exercise and Movement Science, and Physical Education) and a master’s
degree. The department embraces an interdisciplinary approach to Kinesiology that emphasizes
the influence of the form, function, and effectiveness of movement and physical activity across
the lifespan and for special populations, such as individuals with disabilities or chronic diseases.
Qualifications: Candidates should have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a sub-discipline of
Kinesiology. ABD candidates are encouraged to apply, but must have completed their doctoral
degree by the first day of the appointment. Candidates should have a strong background in
teacher preparation in Physical Education with training across the K-12 levels and lifelong
physical activity and wellness. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work within a
multidisciplinary department as a member of a team and within a multicultural and diverse
University setting. Candidate must demonstrate evidence of, or potential for, a high standard of
teaching and scholarly activity and success in securing external funding related to this position.
Interest and ability to extend expertise into the community is expected. Experience teaching
on-line courses is desirable. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate
effectively with students, colleagues, and members of the university and local community are a
necessity. Excellent writing skills are also required. Candidates are preferred who have
teaching and/or research experience with a large, diverse student body or in multicultural
settings.
Responsibilities: The position requires graduate and undergraduate teaching in K-12 school
physical education and lifelong physical activity to majors who plan to become scho ol
classroom teachers and/or physical activity and wellness specialists; teach a variety of
instructional analysis courses; supervise field experiences; and advise physical education
teaching majors and credential students. It requires mentoring and advising graduate and
undergraduate students, developing an active ongoing scholarship program in related areas to
the position, and ongoing committee and service assignments. The candidate will work
towards developing a collaborative partnership for an integrated teacher preparation
program with the local public schools, the Department, and the Graduate College of
Education.
Rank and salary: Assistant Professor. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The CSU provides generous health, retirement and other benefits.
Application process and deadline:
Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2015 for full consideration. Position will
remain open until filled. Applications received past the screening date cannot be guaranteed
full consideration. Submit letter of intent/interest, a current CV, reprints of up to three recent
publications, teaching philosophy, names and contact information of three references, and
three letters of reference electronically to Philip Baskin, AOC, Email: baskin@sfsu.edu ; Phone:
415-338-1258
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Status of Submission: contact Philip Baskin, AOC, baskin@sfsu.edu, 415-338-1258
Questions about positions: Marialice Kern, Chair of Search Committee, mkern@sfsu.edu,
415-338-1491
San Francisco State University is a member of the California State University system and serves
a diverse student body of 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University seeks to
promote appreciation of scholarship, freedom and, human diversity through excellence in
instruction and intellectual accomplishment. SFSU faculty are expected to be effective teachers
and demonstrate professional achievement and growth through research, scholarship, and/or
creative work.
San Francisco State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to
diversity. We especially welcome applications from members of all ethnic groups, women,
veterans, and people with disabilities.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily
before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete
the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment
of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
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Short version (for expensive venues):
San Francisco State University, Department of Kinesiology seeks applicants for a tenure-track
Assistant Professor position in Preparation of Teachers of Physical Education and Lifelong
Physical Activity beginning August 2016. Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a sub-discipline of
Kinesiology required.Complete job description available at kin.sfsu.edu. SF State serves a
diverse student body with a mission to promote scholarship, diversity, instructional excellence
and intellectual accomplishment. Faculty are expected to be effective teachers, demonstrate
professional achievement and growth through research, publications and/or creative activities,
and engage in service to the campus and community. Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Application review begins November 1, 2015, continues until filled. Sent letter of
intent/interest, a current CV, reprints of up to three recent publications, teaching philosophy,
names and contact information of three references, and three letters of reference
electronically to:
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Submission and Status: Philip Baskin, AOC, baskin@sfsu.edu, 415-338-1258
Questions about positions: Marialice Kern, Chair of Search Committee, mkern@sfsu.edu,
415-338-1491