Adjunct Professor, Exercise Science & Integrative Health at MOUNT ST JOSEPH UNIVERSITY

Description

Mount St. Joseph University's Department of Exercise Science and Integrative Health is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach ESC 475:  Exercise Programming for Special Populations face-to-face on Tuesday and Thursdays 1:40 – 2:50 in Spring 2026.

ESC 475 Exercise Programming for Special Populations (3)
Prerequisite(s): ESC 323/323A – Health Assessment and Exercise Prescription

This course will emphasize information regarding exercise for special populations related to cardiac conditioning, physical disabilities, diabetes, sensory impairment, pediatrics, seniors, mentally impaired, pregnancy, and infectious diseases throughout the lifespan. Interactions between medication and response to exercise as well as modifications to exercise prescription will also be covered. The course content is based upon guidelines published by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Responsibilities may include the following:

• Course instruction
• Grading assignments
• Monitoring student participation
• Office hours
• Meetings with the Chair and/or faculty
• Adherence to department and university policies and procedures
• Maintaining open communication with students, staff, and faculty
• Maintaining the confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA
• Ability to use technology in teaching

Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree with 18 graduate hours in the appropriate discipline.  Certification or licensure in a health or fitness area relevant to the course content.

Experience: Evidence of past teaching excellence and relevant professional experience.

Please upload a cover letter stating your interests and your ability to teach day and/or night courses, your resume or curriculum vitae, and at least three professional references.

Transcripts will be required when new hire forms are completed, and successful completion of a background check will be required prior to the date of hire.

A review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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