Adjunct Faculty: Physical Education (Strength & Conditioning)

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Based on course content, wages will range from $1,297.00 per credit to $3,753.00 per credit.

In certain instances, due to low enrollment, faculty payment will be based on part-time per credit pay and pro-rated on a 10% per student basis.

Part-time employees also receive some benefits depending on the number of hours worked.

• Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Aims Discount program
• Free parking on all campuses
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits) 
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available

Job Description:

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.

The faculty member will conduct their assignments and co-curricular college activities in a manner consistent with the philosophy and purpose of Aims Community College as stated in the school catalog. The primary purpose of the faculty member is to teach.

This exercise professional will be teaching courses related to strength and conditioning. Ideal candidates will be well-versed in teaching areas such as strength, conditioning, and overall physical fitness. Some of the duties in this position include but are not limited to, preparing and delivering lectures, developing course content, assessing student learning, and providing academic guidance. This position requires flexibility in scheduling to accommodate morning, daytime, and evening classes. This exercise professional assumes responsibility for teaching all aspects of the assigned sports and activity classes below:

Weight Training I
Conditioning Lab
Walking and Jogging
Body Sculpting and Toning
Fitness Circuit Training
Cross Training

Job Duties:

• Instruct high-quality strength and conditioning classes to Aims Community College students and staff as scheduled.

• Embrace and apply the College’s purpose, vision, mission, and commitment to diversity.

• Clearly explain and demonstrate exercises and equipment.

• Provide modifications tailored to various skill levels.

• Supervise and assist class participants in utilizing equipment.

• Instruct participants on safe equipment usage and intervene in unsafe actions. Address inquiries regarding class content.

• Demonstrate strong communication skills.

• Display effective leadership and organizational abilities.

• Prioritize the safety and well-being of all class participants.

• Promptly address risk management issues as they arise.

• Document all emergencies and injuries accurately and promptly.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field plus current Heartsaver CPR certification plus a relevant certification if applicable OR

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field plus 2,000 hours of related experience plus current Heartsaver CPR certification plus a relevant certification if applicable OR

• Associate’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field plus 4,000 hours of related experience plus current Heartsaver CPR certification plus a relevant certification if applicable OR

• A current relevant certification plus 10,000 hours of related experience plus Heartsaver CPR certification.

• A pre-employment post-offer physical exam will be required of the selected candidate. Physical effort is required, including, but not limited to, lifting weights, squatting, bending, reaching, spotting, and prolonged standing and walking.

• Confident and knowledgeable about the course subject matter and technique.

• If applicable, maintain an accredited sport or activity-specific certification or license.

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Copy of Transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire)

• Current Heartsaver CPR certification.

All Applicants:

• Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed on the job positing under job description. Enter the job duties you have preformed under the "Work Experience" section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.
• Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary.
• Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the above in "Upload these required additional documents" section. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section.  If there are missing documents, your incomplete application will not be considered.

For information on our hiring practices, please visit our resource page:https://www.aims.edu/departments/human-resources/hiring-process.

Faculty:  Upon hire, must submit academic transcripts from an accredited institution. Applicants who have degrees from outside of the United States must request a credential evaluation of their transcript. National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (www.naces.org) or Association of International Credential Evaluators (www.aice-eval.org) lists members who may be contacted for assistance in evaluating foreign credentials.

All required documents need to be submitted on every application. There is no way for Aims to attach these documents in the process. However, upon hire current Aims Community College Faculty are not required to submit transcripts if official transcripts are already on file.

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer.  Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status.  All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within 3 days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.

Screening/Selection:

In order to be considered please provide a thorough and complete application.
Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials.

Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than 6 months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.

Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check, and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.