Assistant Educator of Sport Management in the ...

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: SummaryTeach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels using variousinstructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, andfully online). To foster applied learning into the course design andengage with industry and local business community applied projects. Toengage in active involvement in committees, student mentorship,recruitment and retention initiative, outreach activities, etc.Essential FunctionsMeet expectations for teaching and service, as set forth by thedepartment and college.Job DutiesCore positions responsibilities include the following:1) Teaching: develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses basedon expertise/experience and departmental need in the sport management(B.A. and M.Ed.) degree programs. This includes designing curriculum andinstructional materials, delivering high-quality instruction in variousmodalities (e.g., in-person, online, or hybrid), and assessing studentlearning. The faculty member will mentor students as appropriate and maysupervise applied learning opportunities as needed. Regular office hoursare also required.2) Service: Participate in service activities within the department,college, and university, as well as in professional organizations.Service duties include committee work, curriculum development, programassessment, student recruitment, and community outreach. The facultymember will contribute to the governance and strategic initiatives forthe department and college and may also engage in service to the broaderprofession.3) Other: Fulfill other duties as assigned, in accordance with thefaculty members talents and departmental needs. This includesdeveloping, fostering, and maintaining relations with industrypractitioners. All Wichita State faculty are expected to upholdprofessional and ethical standards in teaching, service, or communityengagement activities. There are no research expectations of the facultymember in this non-tenure track role.Faculty Requirements- Graduate degree in sport management, business, leadership studies, education, or related field by August 2, 2026.- Demonstrated potential for effective teaching of undergraduate and/or graduate students in sport management. Evidence may include prior teaching experience, student evaluations, teaching awards, prior mentoring experience, or a teaching philosophy that reflects best practices in instruction.- Evidence of supporting student development and recruitment.- Evidence of industry experience directly aligned to sport management academic programs.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Commitment to promoting and supporting student centeredness as well as professional development.- Knowledge of COSMA accreditation (sport management) and/or program assessment.- Ability to accommodate a variety of learning styles and strategies in instructional delivery and learning activities, including online and blended learning, flexible teaching methods, and applied learning approaches.- Communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with students and colleagues.- Ability to successfully recruit and develop students.- Ability to work collaboratively with other faculty, staff, andprofessionals.- Commitment to building a welcoming environment for colleagues and students. Preferred Qualifications:- Evidence of the ability to teach in three or more of the topic areas defined as part of the COSMA Common Professional Component- Two or more years of experience within the sport management fieldAdditional Information:To apply, please complete the Faculty Profile including the names andcontact inform tion for three (3) professional references and beprepared to upload the following documents:1. Cover letter: A letter of application addressing how the candidatesqualifications and experience align with the position.2. Curriculum vitae3. Teaching statement: A statement (1-2 pages) describing teachingapproach and experience (including course topics the candidate canteach, mentoring experience, and any evidence of teachingeffectiveness).4. Optional Materials: Evaluations, teaching artifacts (Upload as OtherFaculty Document 1)Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue untilthe position is filled. For best consideration, please submit allmaterials by Oct. 27, 2025. The start date for this appointment isAugust 2, 2026.Physical Requirements:Ability to remain in a stationary position Frequent 60-90%; Ability tooperate a computer and other office equipment including but not limitedto phone, printers, copiers, and calculators Frequent 60-90­ditional Physical Requirement:Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or anegligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry,push, pull

Created: 2026-02-03