Kinesiology Instructor/Head Coach - Full-Time, Tenure-Track

Salary: $70,337.00 - $120,884.00 Annually
Location : Kentfield - In Person, CA
Job Type: Full-time, Tenure-track Faculty
Job Number: 2012-00671
Department: Kinesiology & Athletics
Opening Date: 01/16/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2024
Priority Screening Date: February 19, 2024
Open Until Filled
College of Marin is excited to invite applications for the following full-time, tenure-track positions in the Kinesiology & Athletics department:

• Kinesiology Instructor/Head Coach Women's Basketball
• Kinesiology Instructor/Head CoachMen's & Women's Soccer
• Kinesiology Instructor/Head CoachWomen's Volleyball & Beach Volleyball

The College will hire up to two of these positions. At the end of the employment application, you will be asked to identify which Instructor/Head Coach position you are applying for.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please be sure to review the Required Application Documents section below to ensure that you are attaching everything required.All application materials must be received by the Priority Screening Date in order to be considered during the initial screening. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Applications received after this date may be considered thereafter at the discretion of the College until the position is filled. The initial screening will begin after the Priority Screening Date, and applicants will be notified of their status, either way, thereafter. Applicants selected to interview will be contacted to schedule an interview appointment with the screening committee. Regrettably, College of Marin is not able to offer reimbursement for travel or relocation at this time.This position performs its duties on the Kentfield campus and off-site, so if not already residing within the Bay Area, the successful candidate must be willing to relocate.
First-round interviews for these positions will take place remotely, via Zoom, in approximately late March or early April. Candidates forwarded as finalists will be invited to our Kentfield campus for a final interview and teaching demonstration with students in May.
To Apply:
OVERVIEW
The faculty member, under the direction of the Director of Student Services - Kinesiology & Athletics, shall be responsible for teaching assigned kinesiology, athletics, and health education classes, offering a diverse and fulfilling teaching experience. The classes the instructor may be asked to teach may include, but are not limited to: Aerobic Fitness, Baseball, Basketball, Exercise Science, Fitness, Mat Pilates, Soccer, Sports Conditioning, Sports Nutrition, Strength Training, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Yoga, and Zumba. This varied curriculum enables the faculty member to make a meaningful impact on students' academic and athletic development. In addition, and with the assistance from an assistant head coach, the faculty member will serve as the Head Coach for the Women's Basketball, Men's and Women's Soccer, or Women's Volleyball/Beach Volleyball programs.
Our coaching model has been thoughtfully designed to provide the head coach with the necessary resources to excel in their role coaching one (basketball) or two (soccer, volleyball/beach volleyball) teams The assistant head soccer coach brings expertise and experience to the teams and plays a vital role in contributing to a cohesive and dynamic coaching partnership, taking on up to 67% in-season coaching load. This allocation of responsibilities allows the head coach to focus on strategic leadership, mentorship, and overall program development.
Moreover, to further enhance and support the coaching staff's capabilities, funding is allocated for additional, seasonal assistant coaches for each team, which also helps to create an environment where each student-athlete can thrive and reach their full potential.
Teaching and coaching assignments may include day, evening, and weekend hours, and may be on-campus, online, hybrid, and/or off-campus.College of Marin is looking for Full-time Faculty who:

• advocate for students and have a student-centered approach to education;
• have the ability to inspire intellectual curiosity and academic excellence in their students;
• have a commitment to equity and social justice;
• have experience/commitment to educating basic skills, ESL, and generation 1.5 students;
• are willing to learn/use best practices and innovative pedagogies such as learning communities, and contextualized or collaborative learning;
• are committed to maximizing effective uses of technology in their teaching both in class or through distance education;
• are willing to work collaboratively;
• have experience with student learning outcomes assessment.

DIVERSITY STATEMENTCollege of Marin strives to embrace diversity in all forms; it strives to be an inclusive community that fosters an open, enlightened and productive environment and demonstrates sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population.
COM serves a county population of approximately 250,000 residents. Based on Fall 2023 credit enrollment data, the diversity of students at the college includes greater representation than the county with regards to enrollment by Hispanic/Latinx (34% of enrollment), Asian (6%), Black/African American (3%), White (47%), and Multi-racial (7%) students.
The high-quality education and training at the College are made possible by its faculty and staff who are committed to excellence. As of Fall 2023, COM's workforce includes Hispanic/Latinx (13%), Asian (7%), Black/African American (3%), White (53%), and Multi-racial (3%) employees.
College of Marin is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, or perception of, race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, genetic condition, status as a veteran, and is subject to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Civil Rights Act of 1991, Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In accordance with Executive Order 11246 (as amended), COM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS
Applicants Who Hold Degrees Obtained Outside the U.S.: Please see the Foreign Degree Holder section below to ensure that you are attaching a foreign credential evaluation if necessary.
ONLINE INSTRUCTIONAll faculty members must be available to provide instruction in the classroom (in person). Please note that the College does not offer online-only teaching/coaching assignments.
Essential Functions

• Provide effective instruction and coaching using methods and materials appropriate to the subject matter.
• Prepare and evaluate all class/field/court assignments and examinations.
• Advise, assist and evaluate student performance and learning outcomes.
• Participate in program activities, including curriculum development, evaluation and decision-making, program planning, new teaching and learning methods, and resource development.
• Contribute to development of program policies and procedures.
• Participate in college professional or shared governance committees and in departmental activities such as maintaining course outlines, program review, student learning outcomes assessment, other curricular development, etc.
• Maintain and post office hours.
• Maintain and submit accurate student records in a timely manner as required.
• Maintain currency and knowledge in assigned area of responsibility.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Guide student athletes, emphasizing academic achievement as an instructor and athletic achievement as a coach.
• Recruit and maintain student athletes sufficient to field a competitive intercollegiate basketball, soccer, or volleyball/beach volleyball team.
• Comply with all California Community College Athletic Association (3C2A), Conference, District and College rules and regulations regarding intercollegiate athletics/basketball/ soccer/volleyball/beach volleyball.
• Provide clear and accurate information in areas related to the coaching of intercollegiate basketball, soccer, or volleyball/beach volleyball, including but not limited to, practice schedules, game schedules, behavior and eligibility expectations, contest results, web site information, media guide information, travel requests/records, budget requests/records and purchasing processes/records.
• Initiate and participate in fundraising activities to enhance the athletic experience for students.

Requirements & Desirables
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. A Master's degree in Kinesiology, Physical Education, Exercise Science, Education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise or adaptive physical education; or
2. A Bachelor's degree in any of the above AND a Master's in any Life Science, Dance, Physiology, Health Education, Recreation Administration, or Physical Therapy; or
3. The equivalent*; and
4. Have the equivalent of two full years of professional experience in the area of the coaching assignment; and
5. A valid California driver's license; and
6. Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the campus community.

*If your educational degrees do not specifically match those listed above, you must request equivalency. Please review our Equivalencypage for important information and instructions for applying under equivalency. If you feel that you qualify under equivalency, please provide the basis for equivalency in the Agency Questions section of the application and submit supporting evidence where applicable (as an attachment). Copies of applicable transcripts must accompany your application and all foreign credentials must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation in order for equivalency to be determined. If you are currently completing the graduate program that would qualify you for this position and do not yet hold the requisite degree, you must request equivalency.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (Desirable Attributes & Skills)

• Understanding of contemporary equity and diversity concepts and issues in a community college setting.
• Experience in developing equity focused practices and educational programming/curriculum with and for diverse student populations.
• Competencies in curriculum and course development, teaching and learning theory, information resources, and assessing student learning outcomes; and, assisting student to develop critical thinking skills.
• Commitment to the teaching profession, its goals and ideals, and enthusiasm for the mission of the College of Marin.
• Ability and enthusiasm to use teaching methods that engage students and encourage them to be motivated self-learners.
• Initiate and maintain a team program that is consistent, reasonable, and effective for the student-athlete and the team.
• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject sport.
• Deliver coaching instruction in various learning styles.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability and ethnic background of the community college student.
• Demonstrate safe and appropriate use of athletic equipment.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Familiarity with and willingness and ability to use multiple teaching methods, including computer-based learning.
• Knowledge, training and experience with online pedagogy and technology.
• Maintain a positive and professional relationship with colleagues and members of the campus community.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action.
• Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within subject field.
• Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing with a diverse campus community.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Prior to employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following:

1. In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
2. Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance.
3. California Education Code, Section 87408.6 requires persons employed by a community college in an academic or classified position to submit to a TB risk assessment developed by CDPH and CTCA and, if risk factors are present, an examination to determine that he or she is free of infectious TB; initially upon hire and every four years thereafter.
4. Certificated candidates who have not previously been employed in an academic position in California will be required to provide a medical certificate from a licensed physician showing that the candidate is free from any communicable disease unfitting the candidate to instruct or associate with students. The medical exam shall have been conducted not more than six months before submission of the certificate and shall be at the expense of the candidate. (Ed. Code Section 87408.6)
5. DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS: All Marin Community College District (MCCD) employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (). Employment with the MCCD requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. For more information, pl...