Instructor | Assistant | Associate Professor of Kinesiology & Sport
Young Harris College
Young Harris College invites applications for a full-time Instructor or tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Kinesiology & Sport, beginning August 1, 2026. Candidates must hold at least a master’s degree in Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Community Recreation, Sport Management, or a closely related field; an earned doctorate is preferred. A strong commitment to teaching in an undergraduate, liberal arts setting is essential. Teaching responsibilities include courses such as Health and Wellness; Risk Management in Sport and Recreation; Facility, Area, and Event Management; and Sport and Recreation Management, along with other courses based on departmental needs and the candidate’s areas of expertise. The successful candidate will join the Department of Kinesiology, Sport, and Outdoor Studies and will contribute to program development, assessment, and ongoing curricular initiatives; support and help guide the continued growth of majors and minors; and may have the opportunity to serve as the Program Coordinator for Kinesiology & Sport, depending on departmental needs and the candidate’s qualifications. Additional expectations include strong written and oral communication skills, a record of scholarly activity and/or relevant professional experience, and a commitment to effective teaching, student engagement, and collegial participation in departmental and institutional service.
Candidates should apply electronically. Please include the following in your application: a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts, and three professional references. Official transcripts are required of the chosen hire prior to beginning employment. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Young Harris College is a private, baccalaureate degree-granting college located in the beautiful mountains of north Georgia. Founded in 1886 and historically affiliated with The United Methodist Church, Young Harris College educates, inspires, and empowers students through an education that purposefully integrates the liberal arts and professional studies. Our faculty and students are highly engaged in academics, research, music programs, athletics, sustainability, and service. Located in a vibrant community providing outdoor recreation, agriculture, and tourism, Young Harris is committed to offering high-engagement education in a small classroom environment. The College is an active member of the NCAA Division II and remains a fierce competitor in the prestigious Conference Carolinas.
Young Harris College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. EOE M/F/D/V.
Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Community Recreation, Sport Management, or a closely related field.
- Earned doctorate preferred.
- Strong commitment to teaching in an undergraduate liberal arts setting.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Record of scholarly activity and/or relevant professional experience.
- Ability to teach courses such as Health and Wellness; Risk Management in Sport and Recreation; Facility, Area, and Event Management; Sport and Recreation Management.
- Willingness to contribute to program development, assessment, ongoing curricular initiatives, and departmental/institutional service; potential to serve as Program Coordinator.
- Application materials: cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts, and three professional references; official transcripts required prior to employment.
What We Do
Young Harris College is a private liberal arts college founded in 1886, dedicated to cultivating curious minds and preparing students for meaningful contributions, adhering to the Wesleyan tradition of developing both a trained mind and a warm heart.
