What are the responsibilities and job description for the 25-51 Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Health and Physical Education position at West Chester University?
Join a vibrant equity-minded campus community of educators whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. The Department of Secondary Education and K-12 Health and Physical Education invites applicants for a Full-Time, Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor of Health and Physical Education position. The position begins in August 2025.
West Chester University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. The University offers more than 100 graduate and undergraduate programs in the sciences and mathematics, business and public management, arts and humanities, health sciences, education and social work, music, and interdisciplinary studies. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.
The mission of the Department of Secondary Education and K12 Health and Physical Education, part of the College of Education and Social Work, is to educate teachers to be leaders and inspire learning in students. The Faculty and Staff are active scholars and professionals who love teaching and are committed to student success, scholarly endeavors, and community service. Learn more about West Chester University’s Secondary Education and K12 Health and Physical Education programs.
The faculty position involves teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Health and Physical Education instructional methods and pedagogy. The typical workload involves teaching four (4) courses per semester. Teaching is typically in-person and may be offered in-person, online, hyflex, hybrid, and/or in the field during the day and/or evening in both synchronous and asynchronous formats. The ideal candidate will use innovative teaching skills and demonstrate attention to the learning and teaching needs of the department’s students. The candidate’s experience, expertise, and specialized training will serve to strengthen departments on and off campus efforts. The faculty member will collaborate with other departmental faculty and staff to ensure student success. The incumbent will complete a distance education training program within the first two years of employment.
Responsibilities include:
Apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcupa. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Applicants must successfully complete the application, interview process, research presentation, and teaching demonstration to be considered as a finalist.
Required Documents for Consideration
West Chester University has joined EAB’s Moon Shot initiative for Equity in Higher education. This initiative is designed to support faculty, students, and staff who are typically excluded and therefore underrepresented. As part of your application for a tenure-track faculty position, we request a Diversity Statement. This request highlights our department's commitment to promote diversity and inclusiveness and to cultivate a campus environment that welcomes all. This commitment reflects the Diversity Theme of West Chester University's Strategic Plan and supports initiatives of our Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (WCU Diversity Equity Inclusion). We expect that each applicant's statement will be unique, as informed by their own experiences and goals. Some topics you might address in a 1-2-page statement include the following: (1) How have you supported diversity and inclusion in your interactions with others in classroom, therapy setting, and/or research environments? (2) What have you done to help students from diverse communities (such as underrepresented minorities, non-traditional, LGBTQ, veteran, rural, and/or first generation) succeed, including any programs for these students in which you have participated? (3) Describe your commitment to working toward achieving equity and enhancing diversity at WCU. How might you contribute to our current diversity initiatives, and do you have any other ideas to help promote equity on our campus?
All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all preemployment criminal background checks.
Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances West Chester University’s educational mission and strategic Plan for Excellence. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action – Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
West Chester University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. The University offers more than 100 graduate and undergraduate programs in the sciences and mathematics, business and public management, arts and humanities, health sciences, education and social work, music, and interdisciplinary studies. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.
The mission of the Department of Secondary Education and K12 Health and Physical Education, part of the College of Education and Social Work, is to educate teachers to be leaders and inspire learning in students. The Faculty and Staff are active scholars and professionals who love teaching and are committed to student success, scholarly endeavors, and community service. Learn more about West Chester University’s Secondary Education and K12 Health and Physical Education programs.
The faculty position involves teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Health and Physical Education instructional methods and pedagogy. The typical workload involves teaching four (4) courses per semester. Teaching is typically in-person and may be offered in-person, online, hyflex, hybrid, and/or in the field during the day and/or evening in both synchronous and asynchronous formats. The ideal candidate will use innovative teaching skills and demonstrate attention to the learning and teaching needs of the department’s students. The candidate’s experience, expertise, and specialized training will serve to strengthen departments on and off campus efforts. The faculty member will collaborate with other departmental faculty and staff to ensure student success. The incumbent will complete a distance education training program within the first two years of employment.
Responsibilities include:
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate level courses in the Health and Physical Education program. Additional courses within area(s) of specialization may be assigned depending on department needs
- Contribute to curriculum development
- Engage in scholarly activities such as research, presentations, and publications. This is necessary for tenure and promotion
- Supervise student teachers and interns
- Mentor and advise students
- Serve the College, University, and the community through participation in various committees
- Perform other duties as assigned
- A doctorate in Physical Education, Health Education, or Curriculum & Instruction, or closely related educational discipline. ABD may be considered – must be completed on or before August 2025
- At least three years teaching experience at the K-12 level
- Teaching certification (current or expired) in health and physical education
- Ability to teach Health and Physical Education content and pedagogical course
- Ability to supervise Health and Physical Education student teachers
- Record of scholarship in the Health and/or Physical Education field (traditional or applied)
- Ability to effectively communicate in writing & verbal, and present dynamically to a variety of constituents
- Experience working directly with K-12 teachers including mentoring, training, and professional development; and/or
- Experience supervising and/or mentoring student teachers; and/or
- Experience teaching undergraduate/graduate Health and Physical Education courses; and/or
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a Health and Physical Education along with doctorate degree as described above; and/or
- Experience authoring and/or co-authoring grant funding; and/or
- Experience in curriculum development at the K12 or undergraduate/graduate level; and/or
- Experience assessing teacher education candidates or program for accreditation; and/or
- Experience integrating technology in teaching methods; and/or
- Membership and/or involvement with Health and Physical Education professional organizations
Apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcupa. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Applicants must successfully complete the application, interview process, research presentation, and teaching demonstration to be considered as a finalist.
Required Documents for Consideration
- Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of three references with contact information (Name, email, and telephone number)
- Copies of professional teaching certifications
- Unofficial transcript (Official transcripts will be needed for final consideration)
- Diversity Statement (See below):
West Chester University has joined EAB’s Moon Shot initiative for Equity in Higher education. This initiative is designed to support faculty, students, and staff who are typically excluded and therefore underrepresented. As part of your application for a tenure-track faculty position, we request a Diversity Statement. This request highlights our department's commitment to promote diversity and inclusiveness and to cultivate a campus environment that welcomes all. This commitment reflects the Diversity Theme of West Chester University's Strategic Plan and supports initiatives of our Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (WCU Diversity Equity Inclusion). We expect that each applicant's statement will be unique, as informed by their own experiences and goals. Some topics you might address in a 1-2-page statement include the following: (1) How have you supported diversity and inclusion in your interactions with others in classroom, therapy setting, and/or research environments? (2) What have you done to help students from diverse communities (such as underrepresented minorities, non-traditional, LGBTQ, veteran, rural, and/or first generation) succeed, including any programs for these students in which you have participated? (3) Describe your commitment to working toward achieving equity and enhancing diversity at WCU. How might you contribute to our current diversity initiatives, and do you have any other ideas to help promote equity on our campus?
All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all preemployment criminal background checks.
Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances West Chester University’s educational mission and strategic Plan for Excellence. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action – Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
