Adjunct Instructor Pool - Health, Physical Education, and Recreation (HPR)

The individual instructor is the key figure in the educational pattern of the college, and his/her attitude, personality, skill, character, and initiative will determine how well the college fulfills its objectives. He/she plays a prominent role in curriculum development through continual evaluation.

1. Teaches all classes and labs as assigned
2. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the subject
3. Communicates with students the goals, objectives, and expectations of the course
4. Assigns learning activities which promote understanding of the course content
5. Keeps accurate records of attendance and grades and submits all reports and other requested information promptly and accurately
6. Maintains discipline in the classroom
7. Attends faculty meetings and other required meetings as prescribed
8. Meets all classes promptly and regularly and begins and ends class on time
9. Participates actively in professional development opportunities in the discipline
10. Effectively communicates with, cooperates with and supports other college personnel in daily activities
11. Supports the College mission implicitly and explicitly in the daily execution of all duties and responsibilities
12. Participates in Institutional Effectiveness activities
13. Represents the College in a professional manner as evidenced by dress, demeanor and the discharge of daily responsibilities

Applicants must meet one of the following credential pathways:

Option 1 – Preferred

• Master’s degree in:
  • Health
  • Physical Education
  • Exercise Science
  • Kinesiology
  • Recreation
  • Sports Science
  • Health Promotion
  • Or closely related discipline

Option 2 – Acceptable

Master’s degree in another field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in HPR-related coursework

Acceptable Graduate Coursework Areas

Examples include:

Exercise physiology

Kinesiology

Nutrition

Wellness / health promotion

Physical education pedagogy

Sports psychology

Fitness assessment

Athletic training

Preferred Qualifications

Priorcommunity college teaching experience.

Experience teaching:

Personal Wellness

Concepts of Physical Fitness

First Aid / CPR

Health and Wellness

Certification in relevant professional organizations such as:

ACSM

NASM

NSCA

ACE

Additional Expectations

Adjunct instructors are expected to:

Deliver instruction aligned with EMCC course outcomes.

Maintain accurate attendance and grade records.

Use the Canvas and maintain grade records.

Participate in institutional effectiveness and assessment activities.

Follow EMCC policies and procedures regarding instructional minutes, grading, and academic integrity.

Please do not submit your application until you have uploaded all required documents.
Required Documents:

• Resume
• Transcripts for all college work (Copies of transcripts are acceptable for the application process, but final transcripts must be received prior to employment)

East Mississippi Community College is committed to assuring that the College and its programs are free from discrimination and harassment based upon race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status protected by state or federal law.

The following offices have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy:

Office Of The Director Of Human Resources1512 Kemper Street Scooba, MS 39358662.476.5274Office Of The Dean Of Students Golden Triangle Campus Disability Services Coordinator8731 South Frontage Road Mayhew, MS 39753662.243.1979Office Of The Vice President Of Scooba Campus Title IX Coordinator1512 Kemper Street Scooba, MS 39358662.476.5274