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Northern Illinois University, Kinesiology & Physical Education Department

Job Title: Assistant/Associate Professor-Pedagogy
Job Location: DeKalb, IL
United States
Status: Full-Time
Job Category: Health sciences, nursing, kinesiology
Application Closing Date: Open until filled

Job Description

Assistant/Associate Professor-Pedagogy
Northern Illinois University, Kinesiology & Physical Education Department

RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach undergraduate/graduate courses with a particular focus on measurement and evaluation and/or motor development and learning. The successful candidate will also be expected to have an understanding of physical education teaching methods and be versed in the teaching of a range of sports skills. Teaching responsibilities may include courses in the areas of fitness concepts and fitness education. Supervise students and engage in scholarly activity in an area that complements existing department interests, research foci, and programs. Willingness to participate in innovative department/college curricular and programmatic development, including but not limited to community outreach activities.


Job Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Earned doctorate in kinesiology or physical education or related field relevant to required area of specialization by time of appointment (ABD considered with established defense date); evidence of effective teaching in area of specialization, preferably at the college level and/or in the public schools system; experience in student teacher supervision, evidence of capability to engage in and publish research and present at professional meetings; demonstrated knowledge and awareness of professional developments related to specialization.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in grant writing and obtaining external funding; experience in directing student research; evidence of experience in working with students from multi-cultural backgrounds; skill in utilizing instructional and computer technology.

SALARY: Competitive and dependent upon qualifications and experience.


Information and Application Process Instructions

APPLICATION INFORMATION: Submit a letter of application including a statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, current resume, names and contact information for three referees, and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for initial review; official copies required to confirm appointment) to: Chair, Kinesiology & Physical Education Search Committee, Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL 60115. Electronic submissions are welcome (email to: schaplin@niu.edu). For additional information, see http://www.cedu.niu.edu/knpe or call Paul Carpenter (815) 753 8284.

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Review of complete applications will begin December 1st, 2009; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.


To obtain more information or to submit your resume you can contact Pedagogy Search Committee as shown below. If you apply for this position, please say you saw it first on www.AcademicCareers.com. Thank you.

Pedagogy Search Committee
Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education
Northern Illinois University
Anderson Hall
DeKalb , IL 60115
USA
Phone: 8157538283
Phone: 8157531409
Fax: 8157531413
E-Mail: schaplin@niu.edu

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