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Health and Wellness FacultyAMDA • Los Angeles, California
Health and Wellness Faculty

Health and Wellness Faculty

AMDA • Los Angeles, California
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Description

AMDA College of the Performing Arts, with campuses in New York City and Hollywood, is one of the foremost post-secondary performing arts colleges in the country. AMDA offers various pathways for students to receive unparalleled performing arts education taught by world-class industry professionals, including Professional Conservatory Certificates as well as undergraduate and graduate degrees (Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Associate of Occupational Studies, Master of Fine Arts and Master of Arts).AMDA is seeking passionate, student-centered, and highly qualified part-time adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate Health and Wellness courses. These courses are delivered online through various synchronous and asynchronous learning opportunities for the Los Angeles Campus, using a combination of instructional technologies that include Canvas and Zoom. Teaching assignment(s) may include courses within the discipline of Health and Wellness. Faculty members at AMDA are responsible for providing highly effective instruction through well-prepared classes, relevant assignments, fair and holistic assessment of learning, clear documentation of student progress, and support of academic success for all students.Primary Responsibilities:
  • Providing instruction in accordance with established curricula, course outlines, and class schedules
  • Creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking
  • Providing a learning vehicle for diversity and inclusion content
  • Evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and assessing student work
  • Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics
  • Maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas
  • Fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time adjunct faculty member
  • Maintaining accurate academic records
  • Performing other related duties as assigned
Required Educational Credentials:
  • Terminal Degree in Health Science, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Sports Science, Sports Studies or a related field
  • Master's degree in Health Science, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Sports Science, Sports Studies or a related field or a related field.
  • Preferred: Professional Certifications in Health and Wellness:
  • American Council of Exercise (ACE)
  • National Academy Sport Medicine, NASM,
  • American College of Sports Medicine, ACSM in fitness training, health coaching, or related fields.
  • Experience in teaching Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), Certified Wellness Practitioner
Required Professional Expertise:
  • A minimum of three years of teaching in the field of Health and Wellness in a post-secondary setting
  • Experience with innovative teaching methodologies that focus on creating an engaging, student-centered learning environment
  • Currency and depth of knowledge in the applicable professional field
  • Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and practices that enhance student success at higher education institutions, including effective use of technology
  • Excellent oral/written communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning
  • Successful candidates will be able to apply their discipline expertise in a manner/context that is relevant to emerging performing artists, in an online environment
  • Active scholarship in related field
Position Information:
  • The schedule for this role is based on department needs.
  • The pay range for this position is $45 - $60 per hour for classroom teaching. For administrative tasks assigned or volunteered outside of classroom teaching hours will be paid at a standard hourly rate of $35.
  • This position is subject to a background check upon a conditional offer of employment and a reference check.
  • This is a fully in person role.
Diversity and Qualifications:AMDA is fully committed to diversity, inclusivity, and equity throughout the teaching and learning process. We encourage applications from individuals who have extensive experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
Successful candidates will have a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our students, including disabilities that may affect students' development and learning styles.
Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.AMDA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in which no person is subjected to discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, supervision, promotion, working conditions, termination, layoff, demotion, transfer, compensation, and training.
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