Description

Visiting Assistant Professor in Physical Education Teacher Education
Simpson College

Location: Indianola, IA
Open Date: Mar 05, 2026

Description
The Department of Sports Science and Health Education invites applicants for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor in Physical Education Teacher Education for the 2026-2027 academic year. The department seeks a dynamic candidate with expertise in Physical Education Teacher Education and Health Education, and a commitment to teaching excellence.

The selected candidate will:

• Teach a 6-8 course load, consistent with departmental need and candidate training and interests. Courses may include foundations of physical education, elementary and secondary methods courses in physical education and health education, adapted physical education, movement education, as well as supervising practicum and student teaching experiences in K-12 school placements.

• Collaborate with the Education department regarding curriculum and licensure.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in Physical or Health Education, PhD or EdD preferred, Master's degree in the field required.

• A minimum of 3 years of teaching and/or supervising within K-12 school physical education/health settings.

• Commitment to teacher preparation and collaboration, ability to teach a broad array of physical and health education courses, and demonstrated ability to model effective teaching practices.

• Evidence of successful, innovative college-level teaching experience with the ability to utilize research and classroom technology specific to Physical and Health Education is desired.

Application Instructions
Application Instructions

• Applicants should submit a cover letter, a current vitae (with names of three references), and graduate transcripts (unofficial).
• The cover letter should highlight interest in and qualifications for this position, as well as any relevant teaching experience.
• Teaching evaluations and other evidence of potential for excellent teaching (training, workshops) may also be submitted.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA at this time.

For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/182767

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION: Applicants for admission and employment, students, parents of students, employees, sources of referral for admission and employment, and all unions or professional organizations holding collective bargaining or professional agreements with Simpson College are hereby notified that this institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, veteran or veteran disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic in admission, access to, treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Any persons having inquiries concerning Simpson College's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX - Section 504, or Americans with Disabilities Act are directed to contact Director of Human Resources, Simpson College, 701 North C Street, Indianola, Iowa 50125-1299, (515) 961-1511. Persons may also contact the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, regarding the institution's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX - Section 504, or Americans with Disabilities Act.

TITLE IX: Simpson College does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender. Simpson College also prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally. Reports of misconduct, questions regarding Title IX, and concerns about non-compliance should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator. For a complete copy of the policy, more information, or to report an instance of sex or gender-based discrimination, please contact the Title IX Coordinator (titleix@simpson.edu) and/or the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html.

The College is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include but are not limited to criminal history, national sex offender search, and motor vehicle history. Simpson's annual security compliance document is available on the Simpson Security website. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, you will be required to, upon being made an offer of employment, produce documents that are specified by the federal government to establish your identity and right to work in the United States. These documents must be produced no later than seventy-two (72) hours after beginning paid employment. Questions? Contact the Human Resources department at employment@simpson.edu

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