Temp Parttime Faculty in Physical Education Non-Professional; PENP Program

Position Summary

The Physical Education Non-Professional (PENP) program in the Department of Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences at UNM is seeking candidates for temporary, part‑time faculty to teach undergraduate level physical activity, exercise, and/or wellness‑related courses. This posting will remain open and applicants will be selected as needed per semester. Some of the more specialized courses for which temporary part‑time instructors are often recruited include various group fitness classes such as Dance, Zumba, Volleyball, Various Team Sports, Yoga, Stretch and Relax, Tai Chi, Conditioning, Aerobics, Martial Arts, Running, Outdoor Experience, Basketball, Swimming, Rock Climbing, Pilates (see the UNM Course Catalog for more details).

Candidates should indicate in their cover letter in which area of expertise their experience lies. Candidates may also indicate potential new courses in their cover letter should their education and credentials provide sufficient support. This is a continuous posting for the Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026 semesters.

For best consideration dates:
August 1, 2025 for Fall Semester 2025;
September 12, 2025 for Spring Semester 2026;
February 2, 2026 for Summer Semester 2026.

Minimum Qualifications: Extensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in area of expertise, along with leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in kinesiology, exercise science, fitness management, or related degree. Appropriate activity certification, as needed (see application instructions). American Red Cross CPR/Basic Life Support certification (can also be earned within 30 days of employment). Teaching experience preferred.

A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a third‑party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Cover letter and resume are also required. In the cover letter, the applicant should explain how their resume and work history satisfies any and all of the Higher Learning Commission credentialing factors for the Physical Education Non‑Professional activity courses they are applying to instruct.

All these factors are: 1. An Associate or Baccalaureate degree in physical education or related field;
2. Certification and/or advanced achievement in the content area and/or as a health fitness instructor from a credible national organization, board or accrediting body;
3. Professional performance, honors, awards, or significant recognition that indicates the individual's level of discipline‑based content knowledge; or 4. Other demonstrated competencies and achievements relevant to the content of the course.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

This posting will remain active until . Anyone who applies for a position under this posting will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate in their cover letter that they are not interested in teaching in specific semesters.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.