Vanguard University
POSITION SUMMARY: The Department of Kinesiology seeks applications for adjunct instructors for the Spring 2026 semester or as needed for the following course:
• Lifetime Fitness and Wellness
Vanguard seeks professionals of Christian faith who are committed to the integration of faith and learning in their respective fields. The applicants must have demonstrated teaching ability and a commitment to working with students of color and encouraging diversity.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Teach the above-mentioned coursework.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to engage students in both theoretical and practical components of fitness and wellness.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and personal growth.
• Encourage students to adopt lifelong habits that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master's degree (MS or MA) or higher in kinesiology or related field. Bachelor's degree with experience may be considered.
• Teaching experience at the junior college or university level.
• A vibrant Christian faith and commitment to an integration of faith and learning.
SALARY: The following salary range reflects compensation paid for a 3-unit course (144 total hours) and varies based on the faculty member's highest earned degree. Total compensation is based on the number of courses taught and corresponding units for each course. $3,024 to $3,600.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please complete the application and upload the required documents below. Please do not send your documents directly to the Department Chair.
Accompanying Essays:
1. Personal Testimony of Relationship with Jesus Christ. Please provide a brief account of your experience of coming to faith in Christ. Include current church attendance, ministry, outreach and service involvement, any experience you have had with the Assemblies of God or other Pentecostal churches.
2. Philosophy of Christian Education and Role of a Christian University. Explain what you believe to be the elements essential to the educational theory & practice of a Christian University.
3. Integration of Faith, Teaching and Scholarship. Explain how you integrate your faith with your discipline & in your teaching and scholarship.
Curriculum vitae includes:
• Colleges/universities attended, location, & degree or units earned.
• Majors or fields of study, undergrad & graduate majors, minors, & areas of concentration.
• With the most recent, a chronological listing of teaching experience - name and location of institutions, title/academic rank, full/part-time, dates of employment
• A specific listing of courses previously taught
• Publications, presentations, honors, awards, and memberships in professional organizations
• With the most recent employment, position/title, full/part-time, dates of employment
• Any other qualifying experience, paid/voluntary, other.
References - Names, e-mail, and phone numbers of at least 3 people not related to you whom we may contact for an evaluation of your professional abilities.
Pastoral reference letter - Pastor or church leader.
Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts accepted to apply. If selected, notarized transcripts are required prior to employment.
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6573358
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