Instructor Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science HV-FAC-8759

Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9,000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta, NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy, NY. With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

Hudson Valley seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community

To be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not support Visas. Must be either a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident of the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check.

Applications are being accepted for the following vacancy for the Fall 2026 semester on the Faculty staff of Hudson Valley Community College, Troy, New York.

Department: Health, Physical Education and Exercise Sciences 

Instructor Health, Education and Exercise Science HV-FAC-8759

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science or Health Education from an accredited college or university. The successful candidate will possess expansive experience in the health and fitness industry, in addition to demonstrated exemplary teaching experience in both physical education and exercise science related courses at the post-secondary level. Responsibilities may include teaching courses in multiple instructional formats for both physical education and exercise science.   This position requires daytime, in-person availability. Current certifications in American Red Cross First Aid/CPR and one or more nationally recognized fitness certifications (NSCA, ACSM, NCSF, or equivalent) are required – such certifications should be uploaded with resume/cover letter.
Candidates should demonstrate the ability to create and cultivate strong partnerships and associations with local leaders within the health and fitness industry. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate extensive experience in coordinating, supervising, managing, and evaluating student internships or other experiential learning opportunities.

Demonstrated teacher effectiveness across multiple modalities in higher education is strongly preferred. Experience using D2L Brightspace is preferred.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES: The Instructor will report to the Department Chair for Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science and perform the following duties:
•    Provide effective classroom and on-line instruction in both physical education and exercise science related courses within the department.
•    Assist with the continuation and growth of departmental partnerships/relationships with local health and fitness facilities.
•    Travel locally for the supervision and evaluation of student interns.
•    Evaluate student performance and success.
•    Participate in departmental, division wide, and college wide committees for the purpose of building community.
•    Professional development is strongly encouraged and departmentally supported.
•    At the direction of the Department Chairperson, faculty shall perform duties as specified in the Faculty Contract.

The Salary beginning the Fall 2026 academic year is $53,000.00.

Visit our Employment Opportunities page www.hvcc.edu/jobs to apply before the close date of June 16, 2026

Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance, Dental and Eye Insurance, Retirement, employee and employee’s spouse and children free tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy. If you’re employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans
   
Hudson Valley Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applicants from minorities and women veterans, and individuals with disabilities, and Bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer