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Title: Assistant / Associate / Full Professor in Physical and Health Education Teacher Education

Application Review Date: 11/30/2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Radford University invites applications for a full time faculty position in Physical and Health Education. The position is open rank for Tenure Track Faculty, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The faculty member will teach across the Physical and Health Education curriculum as well as courses in the Exercise, Sport, and Health Education (ESHE) major, topic areas include health and wellness, coaching, and exercise classes.

Job Description

Radford University offers a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Sport and Health Education (ESHE), with a concentration in Physical and Health Education. This program of study prepares students to teach physical education and health education to young people in grades PreK-12. Students in this program earn a BS degree and a license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Graduates obtain positions as teachers of physical and health education in schools and/or directors of community-based physical activity programs for youth.

Responsibilities

Teaching/Advising

• Teach undergraduate courses and field work opportunities at the undergraduate Physical Education Teacher Education. The teaching assignment will depend on the department needs, expertise, and experience of the faculty.
• Advise and mentor students through academic and professional development.
• Provide academic advising.
• Provide opportunities for students such as making special contributions toward assisting and supporting students’ scholarly work (e.g., research, creative activities, presentations, and publications).
• Provide supervision of early fieldwork and student teaching experience.

Scholarship/Professional Activities

• Engage in professional and/or scholarly activity as appropriate to the profession and for the application and receipt of continuing appointment (tenure) and promotion.

University Service

• Participate in service to the department, college, and university.
• Participate in recruitment and retention activities.
• Serve in a contributory role to the department, college, or university by contributing to students, faculty, or programs.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physical Education, Adapted Physical Education, Health Education or a closely related field. The degree must be earned by the end of the first academic year.
• Evidence of the ability to be an effective instructor.
• Evidence of clear and effective communication skills.
• Currently holds or previously held a license in physical education, adapted physical education and/or school health education.
• Minimum of 3 years physical education and/or school health education teaching experience in U.S. PK-12 schools or the equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified or previously certified to teach in K-12 schools. Demonstrate knowledge of and experience planning, teaching, and assessing standards-based physical education and school health education.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Expertise in physical/adapted physical education pedagogy.
• Expertise in an additional area such as: effective instruction, fitness programming, technology in PE, elementary/secondary physical education, adapted physical education, curricular design in physical education, health and wellness, coaching, or exercise.
• Evidence of an emerging research agenda related to physical education, adapted physical education and/or school health education.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application Procedure: Candidates must submit the following electronically: (1) a letter of application; (2) current and complete curriculum vitae; (3) a one-page philosophy of teaching; (4) optional documents that provide evidence of preferred qualifications; (5) names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional/academic references; and (6) copies of unofficial transcripts. Additional materials may be requested at a later time. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Employment Conditions: Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,900 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The University offers 75 bachelor's degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 27 master's programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 21 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master's certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men's and women's varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position 100% telework: No

Months per Year: 9

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Teaching & Research Faculty

Department: Health and Human Performance

Salary: $60,000 - $92,000 (Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and rank)

Department Contact Name: Melissa Grim

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-6765

Department Contact Email: mlgrim@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.