K-12 Physical Education Tenure Track Professor

Assistant/Associate Professor of Education with an Emphasis in K-12 Physical Education
Charleston Southern University

Summary

Charleston Southern University invites applications for a faculty position (Assistant Professor) in the College of Education beginning August 2026. Charleston Southern seeks candidates who are professing Christians, committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. They should support the goals of a strong liberal arts education and be willing to explore with students the integration of faith and learning. Rank is commensurate with experience.

Work Performed

Teach 24 semester hours per academic year; follow university policies related to instruction; attend and participate in departmental and university functions; and serve on committees as required. Quality teaching experience is required, preferably in K-12 education and/or higher education. 
The physical education faculty teaches a broad range of PE courses, including methods courses, skill development courses for PE students, general physical activity courses open to all students, and sport science courses such as measurement and evaluation, movement analysis, and strength & conditioning programming. Many of the sport science and skill development courses are cross-referenced with the Sport Coaching minor. The faculty member may also teach in the MEd program for Physical Education and Sport Coaching if they have a terminal degree.

Qualifications

Ph.D., Ed.D., or an M.Ed.  in Physical Education is required. 

Essential Job Functions

Certain jobs at Charleston Southern University may require specific physical and/or mental abilities and the hiring manager will provide additional information and provision of requests for reasonable accommodation if needed.  Regular, on-time attendance is an essential job function of this position.

Application Process

Candidates should complete the online application below and attach a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Entering untrue or inaccurate information will result in disqualification for consideration of vacant positions or subsequent termination after hire. Review of credentials will begin immediately. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check, including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and reference checks. For additional information, contact Dr. Amanda Butler, Department Chair of Undergraduate Education at [email protected].

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position will remain open until filled.

Charleston Southern University is a Christian university and tobacco-free campus.  We do not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including but not limited to lactation), religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis on which the university is prohibited from discrimination under local, state or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and university-administered programs.  In order to fulfill its purpose, the university may legally discriminate on the basis of religion in employment.  The university has been granted exemption from certain regulations promulgated under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 which conflict with the University’s religious tenets and core values.

To apply, please complete the online application below and attach a resume.  Entering untrue or inaccurate information will result in disqualification for consideration of vacant positions, or subsequent termination after hire.  This position will remain open until filled.  By completing this application you are giving Charleston Southern University the authority to contact any person, educational institution, current or former employer, or company to disclose in good faith any information they may have regarding your qualifications and fitness for employment including, but not limited to, those you have listed in your application materials.  Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, criminal background check and reference check.  Applicants who will drive for the University will be required to complete a background check on their driving record.