JOB: Chair of the Department of Physical Education, Health and Sports Studies, Canisius College

Chair of the Department of Physical Education, Health and Sports Studies
Institution: Canisius College
Location: Buffalo, NY
Category:

* Faculty - Health - Physical Education & Kinesiology

Posted: 03/19/2008
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Type: Full Time
Chair of the Department of Physical Education,
Health, and Sport Studies
School of Education and Human Services

The department of Physical Education, Health and Sport Studies is seeking applicants for the position of chair. The ideal candidate will hold the rank of associate or full professor, and will have teaching expertise in physical education methodology with specialization in elementary school pedagogy.

The department offers academic/certification programs in physical education and health at the undergraduate and graduate level. Innovative department faculty also offer the college's only fully online program, which leads to professional New York State certification in physical education. The chair is responsible for personnel, planning, and operations within the academic department. The responsibilities are diverse and include: setting the academic objectives of the department and ensuring the integrity of academic programs; leading faculty in the process of assessing student learning and program improvement; representing, and advocating for, the faculty at college and divisional meetings; and maintaining a high level of communication between the faculty and the dean.

The chair is expected to teach two courses per semester. Courses may include teaching methods, movement education, curriculum in physical education, teacher behaviors, and on-line courses in the graduate program.

The successful applicant will possess strong decision-making, problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal abilities in addition to excellent written and verbal communication skills. The chair is expected to work as part of a collegial team committed to educational rigor, mentoring candidates, assessment of student learning, preparing candidates to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, field supervision, professional service, and participation with our school partners in urban and suburban settings.

The School of Education and Human Services is accredited by NCATE and includes six academic departments which offer 14 initial and 11 advanced programs to prepare PK-12 teachers and other school personnel in addition to an undergraduate degree in Sports Medicine; and graduate degrees in Health and Human Performance, Sport Administration, and College Student Personnel Administration. Find more program information at http://www.canisius.edu/education/. Canisius College, founded by the Jesuits in 1870, is an independent, co-educational institution of higher education conducted in the American Catholic Jesuit tradition. Canisius espouses the ideal of academic excellence along with a sense of responsibility to use one's gifts in the service of others and to the benefit of society. Minority candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Canisius College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a very attractive benefits package. Salary commensurate with rank and experience.

Please send application materials to:
Dr. Gregory Reeds
Chair, Physical Education, Health and Sport Studies
Canisius College
2001 Main Street-Koessler Athletic Center
Buffalo, New York 14208
Email: reedsg@canisius.edu
Phone: 716-888-2952 or 888-2960
Fax: 716-888-3219

Buffalo, New York is a city with a population of 280,000 located at the confluence of Lake Erie and the Niagara River. The Buffalo-Niagara metropolitan area has a diverse population of 1.1 million. Buffalo's thriving arts, cultural, and nightlife scenes are considered the hub of the greater bi-national region in New York and Ontario, Canada.

Strong ethnic communities reflect the diversity of the city. Summers in Buffalo and surrounding area are beautiful with average daytime temperatures in the upper 70s and lower 80s. Winter daytime temperatures average in the upper 20s and lower 30 and the snow supports local skiing venues which are within an hour from the city. Buffalo has a reputation for being an unusually friendly community. In 2001, USA Today named Buffalo the winner of its "City with a Heart" contest, proclaiming it the nation's "friendliest city." Also, in 1996 and 2002, Buffalo won the All America City award. The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and the Albright-Knox Art Gallery are nationally recognized. There are numerous theatres in the city and two major league sport franchises.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Interested individuals should send hard copies of the following materials:
1. Letter of interest including administrative, teaching, and scholarly experience
2. A current vita
3. Philosophy statement regarding teaching
4. Three letters of reference
5. Official transcripts

Screening of applications will begin April 7, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. The appointment will become effective August 15, 2008.