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Clinical Instructor (Director of the Physical Activities Program)
Clinical Instructor (Director of the Physical Activities Program)InsideHigherEd • Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Clinical Instructor (Director of the Physical Activities Program)

Clinical Instructor (Director of the Physical Activities Program)

InsideHigherEd • Columbia, South Carolina, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Logo : Posting Number :

FAC00226PO25

Advertised Title :

Clinical Instructor (Director of the Physical Activities Program)

Campus : Columbia

College / Division : College of Education

Department :

CED Educational & Developmental Science

Advertised Salary Range :

Salary commensurate with qualifications.

Location of Vacancy :

Columbia, SC

Part / Full Time : Full Time

Hours per Week : 37.5

Position Category :

Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis : 12 months

Work County : Richland

Tenure Information : Professional Track

Job Search Category :

Faculty

About University of South Carolina :

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement :

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Advertised Job Summary :

We seek applications for the Director of the Physical Activities Program (Clinical Instructor) in the Department of Educational & Developmental Science within the College of Education. The Director of the Physical Activities Program will provide leadership and oversight for all undergraduate physical activity courses. This role ensures high-quality instruction, effective scheduling, time-management skills, and seamless collaboration with internal and external partners. The Director is responsible for program administration, curriculum development and support, faculty coordination, instructor support, and resource management to promote student well-being. This is a 12-month professional track faculty appointment anticipated to begin January 2026.

Key job responsibilities will include :

(1) Schedule physical activity classes each semester to meet program needs and student demand.(2) Recruit, identify, and assign adjunct instructors, ensuring full coverage of all courses.(3) Monitor and evaluate quality of instruction, providing feedback and support to instructors.(4) Communicate effectively with instructors and students(5) Facilitate and maintain off-campus agreements with host sites for activity courses.(6) Provide guidance on curriculum development, syllabus construction, and course materials.(7) Oversee inventory, ordering, and maintenance of equipment and supplies.(8) Coordinate CPR training and certification for all adjunct instructors.(9) Update, organize, and maintain the Blackboard repository for physical activity courses.(10) Collaborate with Physical Education faculty and broader departmental colleagues on program development and integration.(11) Work with Campus Recreation and Wellness to coordinate physical space allocation for courses.(12) Teach a reduced load of undergraduate physical activity courses(13) Promote physical activity courses to the larger university community

Required Education and Experience :

  • Master’s degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a closely related field.
  • Demonstrated teaching and coaching experience at the K-12 level.
  • Leadership and administrative experience in an educational or athletic setting.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience supervising or mentoring faculty, staff, or coaches.
  • Knowledge of instructional best practices in adult physical activity and wellness programs.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
  • Experience teaching in or supervising higher education Physical Activities Program / Basic Instruction Courses or similar.
  • Demonstrated teaching experience in higher education settings.
  • Desired Start Date : 01 / 01 / 2026

    Job Open Date : 10 / 15 / 2025

    Job Close Date : 10 / 22 / 2025

    Open Until Filled : No

    Special Instructions to Applicant :

    The College of Education application process is conducted through electronic communication. Required documents to upload to this posting are : (1) a letter of application, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) list of at least three professional references to include e-mail addresses and phone numbers, and (4) unofficial transcripts for all earned degrees (upload as one PDF document under tab for “other supporting documents”.) Official transcripts will be required for all finalists.

    PLEASE NOTE FOR ALL FINALIST : At least three (3) letters of recommendation (on company letterhead) will be requested from the references listed on the application as provided by the candidate. Each reference listed will be prompted by an email notification on when to upload their letter of recommendation to our online system.

    Review of completed applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

    Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

    Quicklink for Posting :

    https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 188070

    EEO Statement :

    The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV / AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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