"Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor of Health Studies"

Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor of Health Studies

Company: East Stroudsburg University

Job Location: East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Category: Health Education and Promotion

Type: Full-Time

East Stroudsburg University's Department of Health Studies is looking for a Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor. Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, ESU's proximity to New York City and Philadelphia provides convenient access to internships, careers and social activities. Just minutes from campus are the country's largest water parks, scenic Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, Appalachian Trail, and other opportunities for recreational fun.

The department is seeking an experienced and student-centered educator with a strong background in K-12 school health education, teacher preparation, program accreditation, and supervision of student teachers. This position plays a key role in preparing future PreK-12 school health educators and advancing the department's commitment to academic excellence, professional readiness, and community engagement.

The successful candidate will support ESU's mission of promoting student success through teaching, scholarship, and service, and will demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in School Health Education, Health Promotion, and related fields.
• Supervise student teachers and field experiences in public school settings.
• Contribute to the coordination, assessment, and accreditation of the School Health Education Program, including CAEP and PDE standards.
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students and support student professional development.
• Engage in consistent research and scholarly agenda aligned with the field of school or public health education.
• Collaborate with school districts and community partners to support health education initiatives and student placements.
• Participate actively in departmental, college, and university-level service.
• Support and contribute to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in curriculum and community outreach.

Qualifications:

• Earned terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D, or equivalent) in Health Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Experience in higher education teaching, especially in educator preparation, preferred.
• A minimum of three years of full-time teaching experience in K-12 schools, preferably as a certified health education teacher.
• Demonstrated experience in supervision of student teachers or pre-service educators.
• Familiarity with educator preparation standards, including CAEP, PDE, and/or state-level accreditation processes.
• Record of scholarly activity and/or professional involvement appropriate for appointment at the assistant professor level.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Leadership in curriculum development, program evaluation, or accreditation, preferred.
• Involvement in relevant professional organizations (e.g., SHAPE America, ASHA, or higher education organizations and associations), preferred.
• Experience with instructional technologies (specifically D2L), preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment.

What We Offer:

• Outstanding benefits package including medical from date of hire, retirement contributions, employee wellness program, and paid leave
• Family Tuition waivers: Every full-time employee will receive a full tuition waiver for all ESU courses for themselves, spouse/domestic partner, and children. Every full-time employee will receive 50% tuition waiver at all PASSHE universities for themselves, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
• Optional membership to PSECU Credit Union
• Community commitment to living by the Warrior Code:
  • Accountable for One's Actions
  • Positive, Honest, and Loyal
  • Committed to Self-Growth
  • Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good
  • Respectful of the Environment and Community
  • Dedicated to Empowering Others

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Applicants must apply through the ESU Job Portal and are required to attach the following to the online application: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts required before the appointment), and contact information including e-mail addresses for three professional references. Upload all documents to the online application. Final selection will be based on a review of the candidate's vita and a successful interview (If conducted by the search committee). Only confidential reference letters are accepted at askhr@esu.edu. All candidates must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States and official transcripts at the time of employment.

Must be at least 18 years old and have English literacy skills. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment/degree verifications. We are proud that ESU is an equal-opportunity employer. For more information on President Long's 10-point plan, click here: https://www.esu.edu/president/10-action-plan.cfm