Job Description / Duties

The University of Nebraska at Kearney invites applications for a lecturer position within the Health and Physical Education program in the department of Kinesiology and Sport Sciences. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with faculty in the Health and Physical Education program to plan and implement core courses in the degree. A strong pedagogical background is preferred along with at least two years of teaching in K-12 or exceptional expertise in the field of teaching physical education. Lecturers in Kinesiology and Sport Sciences teach 12 credits per semester and advise students.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Required Qualifications: Master’s degree in Physical Education or related field and at least two (2) years of PK-12 teaching experience or meet the exceptional expertise requirement defined by Nebraska Department of Education Rule 20.

Preferred Qualifications: College teaching experience, Red Cross Instructor Trainer Certification. Two years of PK-12 teaching experience in physical education.

Additional Information

HOW TO APPLY: To ensure full consideration, please submit all application materials before review date April 23, 2022. For more information and to apply visit UNK Employment Opportunities. For more information about the position contact: Shannon Mulhearn at mulhearns@unk.edu. For more information about the online application process contact: 308-865-8516 or employment@unk.edu.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: With contingent offer of employment, the University of Nebraska will conduct an investigation of employment records, educational records, criminal records, and other records to verify the information provided in your application and/or any additional information you have provided is accurate. Salaries at the University of Nebraska at Kearney are competitive. The University provides a flexible benefits program at minimal cost to the employee. NuFlex benefit choices include a Medical Plan and Prescription Drug Program, Vision Care, Dental Plan, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Reimbursement Accounts for Health and Dependent Care. The Employee and Dependent Scholarship program is also available to eligible employees. Basic Retirement Plan options include TIAA and Fidelity.

Salary: TBD

Contact Information

Contact Shannon Mulhearn at mulhearns@unk.edu for more information.

Employer Profile

The University of Nebraska at Kearney, serving over 6,200 students, is one of four University of Nebraska campuses. Established in 1905, the University has a tradition of emphasis in scholarly teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels in a variety of disciplines. Kearney, a progressive city of over 33,000, is the educational, medical, cultural, commercial, and agricultural center of a large mid-state area. http://www.unk.edu/

The University of Nebraska at Kearney is responsive to University issues which support a diverse work and academic environment. The University of Nebraska at Kearney does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. This policy is applicable to all University administered programs including educational programs, financial aid, admission policies and employment policies. UNK is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity employer. Veterans and persons with disabilities encouraged to apply. The University affirms a policy of equal educational and employment opportunities, affirmative action in employment and nondiscrimination in providing services to the public. University employees, students and others associated with the University who have not received the benefits of these policies, are encouraged to contact the Chief Compliance Officer/ADA Coordinator.

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