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Assistant Professor - School Health Education
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: FT Faculty
Job Number: FY2503847
Closing: 2/28/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Division: VP Academic Affairs
Position Announcement
Utah Valley University is seeking an Assistant Professor - School Health Education.
Join our team as an assistant professor in school health education in the department of health sciences! Work with dedicated colleagues in a collaborative and student-focused setting.
By joining our team of committed educators, you can look forward to the following:
- Collaborative Culture: A supportive environment that encourages innovation.
- Professional Development: Continuous learning opportunities.
- Work-Life Balance: A balanced teaching schedule.
- Competitive Salary and Benefits: Comprehensive support for your well-being and career.
- Make a meaningful impact in health education. Apply now to join our vibrant academic community and contribute to life-changing initiatives!
This faculty position will provide service to the department, university, and community, produce scholarly work, attend and actively participate in college events, department and division meetings, and college or Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) committees. This position also requires experience and excellence in teaching, academic research, and service consistent with and reflective of a teaching university, upholding professional and ethical standards, along with a commitment to student success.
Summary of Responsibilities
- Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study in that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals, student teachers, and groups in classrooms by demonstration, discussion, and visual aids while maintaining a student-oriented approach to an engaged learning educational experience. Documents and maintains accurate reports and records student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
- Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study in that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals, student teachers, and groups in classrooms by demonstration, discussion, and visual aids while maintaining a student-oriented approach to an engaged learning educational experience. Documents and maintains accurate reports and records student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
- Participates in scholarly activity including research and presenting at state, national, and international professional conferences.
- Provides service, collaborates, and interfaces with others within the department, college, university, and community by participating on various committees, panels, councils, etc.
- Establishes and maintains office hours and advises students during this time and other times as needed and appropriate. Supports and embodies exceptional care, exceptional accountability, and exceptional results, as well as UVU's Mission. Performs other job duties as assigned.
Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications
Master's degree in a health-related field, current teaching license in the State of Utah. Minimum of 5 years teaching experience in secondary education, and experience mentoring students/new teachers.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in a health-related field, university teaching experience. A demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service consistent with a teaching university is preferred.
Documents Needed to Apply
- Resume
- Curriculum Vitae
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge
- Knowledge of school health education programs and course content.
- Knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques, curriculum development, and evaluation and assessment of instruction.
- Knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
- Knowledge of current trends in higher education.
- Knowledge of research design.
- Skills in effective instructional strategies and modalities.
- Skills in public speaking and professional presentations.
- Skills in data tracking and reporting.
- Skills in the use of technology that supports student learning, especially related to online platforms such as Canvas.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking skills.
- Skills in student management, motivation, evaluation, and recruitment.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituents with diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to manage, motivate, engage, and evaluate students.
- Ability to conduct academic health-related research.
- Ability to plan and anticipate potential changes and act accordingly.
- Ability to resolve conflict within various settings.
- Ability to multi-task and work independently effectively.
EEO Statement:
UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/4794567/assistant-professor-school-health-education
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