Job Description:

Adjunct Faculty – Foundations and Methods of Teaching Health Fitness (PES 5051)

Who We Are

Seattle Pacific University is a Christian university fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling grace-filled community.

Center for Professional Education

Seattle Pacific University's Center for Professional Education (CPE) seeks a qualified adjunct faculty member to teach PES 5051: Foundations and Methods of Teaching Health Fitness, the foundational course in SPU's Health Fitness Add-On Endorsement program.

This course is delivered in a remote, asynchronous format through Canvas, allowing students to complete coursework in a self-paced learning environment. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026. Employee must reside/work in the State of Washington.

Course Responsibilities

Adjunct faculty are hired on a contractual, part-time basis and are responsible for:

• Maintaining and updating course syllabi and instructional materials using current best practices
• Facilitating student learning in an online environment
• Monitoring student progress and providing timely feedback
• Grading assignments and assessments
• Responding to student questions and providing instructional support
• Supporting student success throughout the duration of the course

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• Master's degree in Physical Education, Health Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Education, or a related field
• Current or retired Physical Education teacher
• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with Physical Education endorsement/certification
• Demonstrated knowledge of current instructional practices in health and fitness education
• Mission Alignment: A personal commitment to Christian faith; enthusiasm for supporting SPU’s mission; alignment with the University’s Statement of Faith; and willingness to uphold the lifestyle standards of our Christian community

Compensation

Compensation is $225 per student registration.

Application Information

Questions regarding the adjunct hiring process may be directed to:

Jenn Brown
Associate Director, Center for Professional Education
wilsonj17@spu.edu

Additional Information:

Please complete the adjunct faculty application through Workday and be prepared to upload a resume/CV and cover letter.