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Salary: $70,840.00 Annually

Location: SUNY Brockport

Job Type: Faculty Full-Time

Job Number: 2600407

Division: College of Education and Health

Department: Public Health & Health Education

Opening Date: 08/05/2026

Closing:

Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University's curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint "Village on the Erie Canal", SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo - the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport!

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.

The Department of Public Health & Health Education at SUNY Brockport is seeking a full-time Instructor. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and student-centered academic community dedicated to preparing the next generation of school health educators. The successful candidate will teach online graduate-level courses, engage in service activities, and maintain an active program of scholarly engagement. This is a 10-month academic position, eligible for continuing appointment, with an anticipated start date of August 2027.

Essential Functions:

Teaching (70%)

Teaches a 4/4 course load. For these purposes, a course refers to a 3-credit course or equivalent. Creates effective course materials, as provided in Teaching Portfolio, and demonstrates successful student learning outcomes. Uses student instructional assessment survey (IAS) results to inform continuous improvement.

Scholarship (5-10%)

Engages in scholarly activities to produce scholarly publications, presentations, and related scholarly work. Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current in the field.

Service (20-25%)

Actively participates in department level meetings and serves on at least one additional department committee per academic year. Faculty at this level are also expected to serve on college level committees. Provides service to the department, university, community, and profession. Participates in Information Sessions, advisement, and registration. Attends University events.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in health education or related discipline by time of appointment from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university
• Ability to teach school health education courses
• Demonstrated potential for increasing the diversity of the curriculum, student body or faculty through teaching/mentoring or scholarly activities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teacher Certification in Health Education
• Familiarity with SHAPE, CAEP & NYSED standards
• College and/or school health experience
• Experience with online teaching

Work Schedule:

Variable

Benefits:

This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.

Background Investigation Statement:

All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:

Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:

SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Aff… The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Diversity Statement:

SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.

Reasonable Accommodations:

SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at tgouger@brockport.edu. Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University.