Summary
Montreat College seeks an assistant professor with experience in the broad field of outdoor recreation, environmental education, and/or adventure leadership. This is a full-time faculty position.
Duties and Responsibilities
The candidate will be responsible for teaching a variety of courses in outdoor recreation studies (ORS) based on the specific skills and experiences that they bring to the program, including, but not limited to, topics such as history and philosophy of ORS, leadership, group dynamics, facilitation and interpretation, outdoor living skills, current issues, and expedition management. There also may be opportunities to teach outdoor skills classes including backpacking, canoeing, rock climbing, and others. We seek candidates whose classroom teaching and scholarly activities employ experiential-based methodologies. The ORS program provides opportunities for students to specialize in adventure education and leadership, conservation law enforcement, outdoor ministry and environmental education and interpretation. Additional responsibilities include advising students/interns, participating on faculty committees, continuous improvement of curriculum, collaborating with external partners, and other duties as described in the Faculty Handbook.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have training and/or experience as facilitator and educator in the broad outdoor recreation field, including Leave No Trace principles and training in specific outdoor/backcountry skills. The successful candidate will affirm and support the Mission, Vision, and Statement of Faith of Montreat College.
The successful candidate will also demonstrate support for Christian liberal arts education and the specific ability to integrate faith into the ORS coursework in a compelling, thoughtful manner.
Teaching excellence and a willingness to serve the broader college community through service and committee work are also expected.
Education/Experience
An earned doctorate in outdoor education/leadership/recreation/leisure studies, or closely related field, is preferred, master’s degree required. Teaching experience at the college level is desirable.
Application Requirements/How to Apply
Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Please click here to fill out a job application, being sure to provide the required application materials:
- Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Transcripts of Undergraduate and Graduate Work (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial screening)
- Statement of Faith
- Statement of Philosophy of Christian Higher Education
- List of three references with contact information
Inquiries other than application, email:
Dr. Mark Hijleh
Provost, Montreat College
c/o Outdoor Education and Leadership Search
mark.hijleh@montreat.edu
About Montreat College
Montreat College is a Christian liberal arts college accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to offer masters, bachelors, and associates degrees. The campus is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains fifteen miles east of Asheville, North Carolina, a region recognized as one of the most attractive living environments in the United States. The College is committed to Christ-centered teaching and learning, and is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities.
Summary
Job Posting: Assistant Professor of Outdoor Recreation Studies – Montreat College
Montreat College seeks an assistant professor with experience in outdoor recreation, environmental education, and/or adventure leadership.
Salary Currency: USD
Payroll: MONTH
Date Posted: 2024-09-23
Employment Type : FULL_TIME
Hiring Organization : Montreat College
Organization URL: https://www.montreat.edu
Organization Logo: https://www.montreat.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/montreat-1080.jpg
Location: PostalAddress, 310 Gaither Circle, Montreat, NC, 28757, USA
Education Required:
- Professional Certificate