Instructor, Health & Human Performance - Athletics Coaching

Posted 03/06/2023

Health and Human Performance Instructor: Athletics Coaching




The College of Idaho invites applications for a part-time instructor to teach a number of


courses related to athletics coaching and sport pedagogy over the upcoming 2023-2024


year. We seek candidates who share the College’s commitment to creating an equitable and


inclusive academic community through their teaching, mentoring, scholarly activity, and


service.




The Health and Human Performance Department offers programs in Exercise Science,


Human Performance, Health Promotion, and Coaching. The successful candidate will


support the department’s programs by teaching courses in team sports skills, coaching


methods, and sports officiating. Additional consideration will be given to a candidate with


experience teaching sport psychology or courses in human health and wellness.




Qualifications


A master’s degree with demonstrated teaching history in higher education or a doctoral


degree by the beginning of the fall 2023 term in any field related to exercise science is


required. Experience in the practice of coaching in sport is expected. Professional


doctorates such as doctorates of physical therapy or athletic training are welcome. Strength


and conditioning certifications, personal training certifications are highly desirable, but not


necessary.




Application instructions


Please submit application materials as a cover letter and CV. If considered for the position,


the candidate will be asked for additional materials. Submit materials via email to


[email protected] with subject “HHP Coaching Instructor.”




Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The College


With over 130 years of history, the College of Idaho is an inclusive community of


exceptional learning that challenges the ambitious and forges pathways to success and


purpose. The College strives to improve access to higher education for underrepresented


individuals and groups. Its efforts have been recognized with high rankings for social


mobility by the Wall Street Journal and U.S. News & World Report. Almost 20% of the


students are international students with over 90 countries represented and a third of the


students identifying as first-generation students.

The College of Idaho is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to


attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce.


The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, disability,


national and ethnic origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other


basis protected by law. Half-time positions are eligible for benefits and the College offers


competitive benefits including tuition waiver for dependents, health insurance, retirement


plan with employer match after one year of employment, free access to on-campus fitness


centers, and free admission to campus events. Spouses, domestic partners, and dependents


are eligible for benefits coverage.

Community


The College of Idaho is located in Caldwell, a rural community with a vibrant downtown


that is on the western edge of the Boise metropolitan area, providing opportunities for both


small-town and city living. The diverse landscape of the area consists of river valleys, high


desert, and mountains, which support a wide range of recreational activities. Boise and the


surrounding area also provide opportunities to enjoy a rich and wide array of cultural


experiences and artistic venues. More information can be found at


https://www.destinationcaldwell.com, https://visitboise.com, and https://visitidaho.org/.