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Temp Part-Time Faculty in Physical Education (PE)

The University of New Mexico-Gallup · Gallup, NM · 2 mo ago
EducationPart-time

About the Role

This position is for temporary part-time faculty members to teach face-to-face undergraduate-level physical activity, exercise, and/or wellness-related classes at the University of New Mexico-Gallup Branch in Gallup, NM for the Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026 semesters.

Positions are contingent upon need each semester based on student enrollment levels, course offerings, and demand driven by graduation requirements. Positions may be filled or eliminated each semester up to the deadline for students to drop or add courses.

Responsibilities

  • Teach assigned physical activity, exercise, and/or wellness-related courses during scheduled times, which may include online, evenings, and/or weekends.
  • Develop and deliver course content.
  • Create and grade assignments.
  • Report grades and assess student learning as outlined by the department chair.

Courses

The following courses may be available for instruction:

  • PHED 1110 – Dance
  • PHED 1140 – Zumba
  • PHED 1210 – Basketball
  • PHED 1230 – Individual Sport (varies)
  • PHED 1280 – Volleyball
  • PHED 1290 – Team Sport (varies)
  • PHED 1310 – Swim I
  • PHED 1410 – Yoga
  • PHED 1420 – Stretch and Relax
  • PHED 1430 – Pilates
  • PHED 1440 – Tai Chi
  • PHED 1460 – Conditioning
  • PHED 1510 – Training
  • PHED 1620 – Fitness
  • PHED 1670 – Aerobics
  • PHED 1710 – Martial Arts
  • PHED 1830 – Running
  • PHED 1910 – Outdoor Experience
  • PHED 1996 – Topics (varies)

Candidates should indicate their area(s) of interest, expertise, and experience in their cover letter. Candidates may also propose new courses if their education and credentials support them.

Requirements

  • Extensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in the area of expertise.
  • Leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • American Red Cross CPR/Basic Life Support certification (can be earned within 30 days of employment).

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Demonstrated competencies and achievements relevant to the content of the course, which may include:
    • An Associate or Baccalaureate degree in physical education or a related field.
    • Certification and/or advanced achievement in the content area or as a health fitness instructor from a credible national organization, board, or accrediting body.
    • Professional performance, honors, awards, or significant recognition indicating discipline-based content knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, exercise science, fitness management, or a related field.
  • Appropriate activity certification, as needed.
  • Teaching experience.
  • A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to support the university’s mission to serve local and global communities.

Pay

Adjunct faculty are compensated based on credentials and credit hour course loads. Salary range: $1,135.26 - $1,228.24 per credit hour.

Best Consideration Dates

  • September 15, 2025 for Fall 2025 Semester
  • September 30, 2025 for Spring 2026 Semester
  • February 28, 2026 for Summer 2026 Semester

This posting will remain active, and applicants will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate otherwise in their cover letter.

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