Assistant Professor of Recreational Therapy
Assistant Professor of Recreational Therapy
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VIRGINIA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY (VWU) invites applications for a tenuretrack position as Assistant Professor of Recreational Therapy in the Department of Sport and Recreation Professions beginning in fall 2025. A doctorate in Recreation Leisure Studies or a related field is preferred. However A.B.D. candidates with evidence that their degree will be completed prior to the Fall 2025 semester will be considered. The departments two majors (Recreational Therapy and Sport and Recreation Management) are accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Parks Recreation Tourism and Related Professions (COAPRT).
We are seeking an innovative and collaborative faculty member to teach and provide directionto the Recreational Therapy major and contribute to the departments core curriculum. The teaching load is three fourcredit courses per semester. A successful candidate will uphold a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and student advising as well as a passion for service and research consistent with our studentfocused Department and University. Additionally the candidate must hold the Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential and ideally demonstrate field experience to provide valuable content to students. This positions area of academic and professional focus is in Recreational Therapy with a demonstrated interest in partnerships leadership and program provision. The salary is competitive and an attractive benefits package is offered.
Educational offerings within the Recreational Therapy major are augmented by a history of strong collaborations with a number of local agencies for internships and experiential learning. Faculty also have the option to pursue their interests via participation in our January Term summer sessions and online programs. The Department of Sport and Recreation Professions enjoys strong support from university administration and is one of the largest departments on campus. Faculty in the department work closely together value their collegiality and enjoy an excellent office suite and teaching spaces.
Sport and Recreation Professions website: should upload a cover letter curriculum vitae statement of teaching philosophy transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point) and three letters of reference as PDF attachments to theVirginia Wesleyan University Career Siteand follow the instructions to submit an application.All materials other than the letters of reference should be submitted as a single pdf.For assistance with the Career site please contact Charity Slaughter at Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Questions prior to application may be directed to Dr. Jill Sturts Department Chair viaor.
Employment Type
Full-Time
