Physical Education Teacher Education Teaching Faculty

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will provide instruction as an Elementary Physical Education academic teaching faculty, teaching courses in the Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) program. We welcome interests from candidates with backgrounds in Physical Education (PE), Adapted Physical Education, and Health Education. Backgrounds in PE pedagogy, technology for Physical Education, cooperative learning model, and supervision in student teaching are also areas of focus for this position. Additionally, this position may provide broad teaching support in the Kinesiology Department based on teaching background/experience. The University of Wisconsin Kinesiology Department is in the School of Education, which is ranked the #1 School of Education in the U.S. Additionally, the campus is located on the shores of Lake Mendota in the vibrant City of Madison, ranked nationally as having a fantastic quality of living.

Responsibilities:

Provides classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction associated with more than one lecture or laboratory course, assists with the design and execution of administrative functions associated with academic instruction and the development of pedagogy/andragogy or assessment tools and resources to support quality student learning. Provides for-credit instruction in formats such as classroom, online and/or laboratory settings, including grading. Serves as an instructor of record.

• 5% Designs curriculum and/or techniques for instruction in a disciplinary area and suggests new ways of effective instruction in courses within that discipline
• 10% Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements
• 40% Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading
• 25% Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties
• 20% Serve as mentor to students by supporting their academic and professional growth. Supervise student-teaching/observation/practicum experiences. Engage in professional development with students in discipline- specific organizations

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

Education:

Preferred
PhD/Ed.D. (or in progress) in Physical Education or related field

Required
Master's Degree in Education or related field

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years collegiate teaching experience
Demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills including engagement in inter professional, collaborative, and collegial interactions.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $55,000 ACADEMIC (9 months)
Depending on Qualifications

How to Apply:

Please upload CV/Resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 references.

For questions on the position contact: Michael Norris at mlnorris2@wisc.edu

Contact:

Michael Norris
mlnorris2@wisc.edu
608-262-5122
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Teaching Faculty III(TL027)

Department(s):

A17-SCHOOL OF EDUCATION/KINESIOLOGY

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

310699-AS

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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