"Assistant Professor of Practice, Handball"

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Assistant Professor of Practice, Handball
College/School/Unit: College of Education
Department: Kinesiology and Health Education
Posted: Oct 21, 2025
Apply By: Open until filled
Description The Department of Kinesiology and Health Education in the College of Education at The University of Texas at Austin is accepting applications from qualified individuals for a full-time, Assistant Professor of Practice position. Successful candidates for this non-tenure track position will have the appropriate academic and practical preparation to teach across disciplines in handball and other court sports such as racquetball. Responsibilities may also include the supervision of Teaching Assistants and/or student aides. Some departmental service is also expected. The normal teaching load for this position is eight classes per semester (one credit hour each). The College of Education, ranked among the top public colleges of education in the country, has a longstanding commitment to the shared values of equitable opportunities, excellence, innovation, empowerment, community-focus, and endeavors to bridge research and practice. We view creating an engaged campus community as interconnected with academic excellence in the work of our faculty. The college has experienced a rapid expansion of interest in its academic programs over the past five years. About 30% of our admitted students are first-generation college students and come from all corners of Texas and beyond. Our students are joined by a world-class faculty who are among the nation's leading experts in their respective fields. As a leading college of education in Texas and beyond, we are agents of change committed to transforming education and health research, practice, and policy to ensure the thriving of children, families, schools, and communities. Qualifications

• A master's degree is required. However, an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience in teaching court sports will be considered.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Level one Teaching/Coaching Certification from USHA, preferred.
• Previous teaching experience with a student-centered approach, preferred.

Potential Classes: Beginning Handball and Beginning Racquetball Application Instructions Applications must be submitted via Interfolio and should include the following documents:

• Letter of application with a discussion of relevant teaching experience and qualifications
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information including title for three references

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Pre-employment screening includes verification of academic credentials and background check. Haleigh Wyrostek, Administrative Associate, is assisting with this search process and can be reached at 512-232-5476 if you have application submission questions. For information about the position, please contact Search Committee Chair, Dr. Nicole McLagan, at Nmclagan@austin.utexas.edu Apply Now: https://apply.interfolio.com/176269 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement *The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.*