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Assistant Professor of Adapted Physical Education, Department of Health and Kinesiology

Bridgewater, MA, USA

Bridgewater State University’s Department of Health and Kinesiology is seeking an Assistant Professor of Adapted Physical Education. The department houses majors in Exercise Physiology, Health Studies, Health Science (pre-Occupational Therapy, pre-Physical Therapy, and pre-Athletic Training), Physical Education (Athletic Performance and Health Fitness, Motor Development Therapy/Adapted Physical Education, Recreation, Teacher Licensure), and Public Health, as well as minors in Adapted Physical Education/Activity, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition, Coaching, Recreation, Health Promotion, and Health Resources Management. Graduate offerings include an MS in Physical Education and an MEd in Health Promotion.

The Department of Health and Kinesiology invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Adapted Physical Education. We seek an innovative educator and scholar with expertise working with people with disabilities across the lifespan in a range of movement settings.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a record of scholarly inquiry and a commitment to inclusive, student-centered teaching. We are particularly interested in candidates who employ inquiry-based and active learning approaches that inspire and support students from diverse backgrounds.

Required Qualifications:

Earned doctoral degree (e.g., PhD, EdD) in Adapted Physical Education, Physical Education, Motor Development, or a closely related field completed by August 31, 2026.
Experience working with special populations in physical education, physical activity, or sport.
Strong commitment to teaching excellence and supporting first-generation college students in a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment.

Applicants must submit the following to the website in the section above:

A minimum of three (3) professional reference entries in the space provided on the application form.
CV
Cover Letter
Teaching and Advising Statement
Unofficial graduate transcripts

The successful candidate will:

Teach undergraduate courses in adapted physical education, motor development, and the physical education core.
Provide holistic advising to students in the physical education major.
Serve as an academic liaison to the Children’s Physical Developmental Clinic (CPDC) and support undergraduate student engagement and participation in the CPDC.
Mentor undergraduate research projects and supervise students’ field experiences.
Contribute to departmental and university service and actively engage in community partnerships.
Participate in curriculum development, program review, and accreditation activities that strengthen the department’s academic programs.
Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, advising, and university/community service.

Opportunities to teach in the graduate program and summer courses—with additional compensation—are available.

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Assistant Professor of Sport Psychology, Motor Behavior, and Adaptive Physical Activity

Northridge, CA, USA

The Department of Kinesiology at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking a tenure-track faculty member in Adapted Physical Activity, Motor Behavior, and Sport & Exercise Psychology at the rank of assistant professor. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses and have research interests in one or more of these areas: Adapted Physical Activity, Motor Behavior, and Sport & Exercise Psychology.

Secondary teaching responsibilities may include other closely related courses offered within the department. The typical teaching load is 12 units per semester. Faculty are also responsible for student advisement, supervision of graduate research projects, maintaining active scholarly research and publication, and seeking grants and external funding in the related fields. In addition to teaching, the position requires weekly office hours, attending faculty meetings, participation in assessment of student learning, and service to the department, college, and university. The successful candidate may be required to teach on weekdays, evenings, weekends, and/or online and will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department in which he/she/they is/are housed for recommending tenure and promotion. Given CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement in a diverse environment, the successful candidate will help the Department achieve equitable academic outcomes for all students through teaching, student mentorship, scholarship, and service.

Required Qualifications:

A doctorate in Kinesiology or a closely related field of study. Candidates in the process of completing a doctoral degree will be considered, but the degree must be conferred before the time of appointment.
Demonstrate the potential to conduct research, procure external funding, and engage in scholarly activities in their areas of expertise.
College or University-level teaching experience or potential to teach in-person, hybrid, or online courses.

Application Information: Preferred application deadline is March 9, 2026, and applications received after this date may be considered on an as-needed basis. However, the position will remain open until filled.