The Competitive Cheer and Dance Assistant Coach aids in all facets of the Competitive Cheer and Dance programs, particularly in the areas of recruiting, training, scheduling, conditioning, and choreographing/teaching of material particularly to the dance team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists the Head Cheer/Dance Coach & Spirit Coordinator in the administration and
  coaching of the Competitive Cheer and Dance program.
• Potential travel required to attend SCAC, NCAA meetings, conferences, recruit
  combines, and potential post-season tournament games and national competitions.
• Assists in the recruiting of qualified student-athletes and monitoring student-athlete academic progress.
• Provide leadership and guidance in the personal and athletics development of student-athletes.
• Assists in organizing practice plans, travel, and game day preparations.
• Assists in choreographing and teaching game day, performance, and national
  material/routines.
• Promotes a favorable image of the College. Assists in encouraging surrounding community partnerships that enhance Centenary College.
• Assists in fundraising for the Competitive Cheer and Dance programs.
• Assists in administering and overseeing Competitive Cheer and Dance camps.
• Working knowledge of Competitive Cheer and Dance rules and guidelines, knowledge or experience with USA Cheer, ICU Worlds, UCA/UDA and/or NCA/NDA College National rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Cheer and Dance Coach/Spirit Coordinator or Director of Athletics and Recreation.
• Committing to College, Department of Athletics and Recreation and NCAA rules and regulations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Student Workers and Volunteer Coaches

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

MINIMUM

• 3 or more years as a cheerleader or dancer or experience in dance or cheer coaching at the college or junior college level preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in choreographing game day, performance, and national’s material specifically in dance.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and written skills.
• Well organized and self-motivated.
• Ability to assist in recruiting, supervising, and evaluating student athletes.

Please send cover letter and resume to:
Department of Human Resources
Centenary College of Louisiana
2911 Centenary Boulevard
Shreveport, Louisiana 71104
Email: hr@centenary.edu

Centenary College of Louisiana is a selective, residential, national liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Founded in 1825, it is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi river and is a member of the Associated Colleges of the South.

Candidates are invited to visit the College’s website at www.centenary.edu/jobs.

Centenary recognizes that diversity is essential to its goal of providing an educational environment where students explore the unfamiliar, invent new approaches to  understanding, and connect their work and lives to the world at large. We thus welcome applicants who would add to the College's
diversity of ideas, beliefs, experiences, and cultural backgrounds. EOE.

Centenary College of Louisiana invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in the Kinesiology Department beginning August 2023. This is a new academic program and we are seeking candidates who are committed to growing the department through development and assessment of quality coursework, creation of hands-on learning and lab experiences for students, and building relationships across campus and the community.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarship in kinesiology, be committed to teaching at a liberal arts institution, and be willing to direct an active research program that involves undergraduate students. Priority will be given to candidates with an interest in biomechanics and related disciplines such as bioengineering/athletic training/etc. Candidates must be able to teach Biomechanics, as well as other lower- and upper-level courses in Kinesiology, such as Exercise Assessment and Prescription and Principles of Strength & Conditioning. A Ph.D. in Kinesiology or other appropriate field is required.

Centenary College is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to and/or coordinate course offerings, scholarship, and service that address the experiences of underrepresented minorities and contribute to the diversity and excellence of our college community. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.

Opportunities for collaborative research exist at the nearby Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, there are excellent funding opportunities, and the College has a high success rate in securing funds for teaching and research.

Centenary College recognizes that diversity is essential to its goal of providing an educational environment where students explore the unfamiliar, invent new approaches to understanding, and connect their work and lives to the world at large. We thus welcome applicants who would add to the College’s diversity of ideas, beliefs, experiences, and cultural backgrounds.

To apply, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts from all institutions of higher learning, and the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references. Candidate materials should address experience and/or commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds and to advancing the College’s commitment to diversity. Official transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a background check are required before a candidate can be hired.

The Committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Send application materials to:

Centenary College of Louisiana

c/o  Department of Human Resources - Kinesiology Search Committee

2911 Centenary Blvd.

Shreveport, LA 71104

Email: hr@centenary.edu

Centenary College of Louisiana is a selective, residential, national liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Founded in 1825, it is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi river and is a member of the Associated Colleges of the South. Centenary College is located in the Shreveport- Bossier City metroplex in NW Louisiana.

Centenary College of Louisiana invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in the Physics Department beginning August 2023.

We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarship in physics, are deeply committed to teaching in a liberal arts environment, and will direct an active undergraduate research program. While any area of physics may be considered, candidates with a background in experimental optics, biophysics, or data science/informatics will be given priority consideration.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching general physics courses required of all science majors and upper-level courses for Centenary’s robust physics minor and dual-degree program in engineering. The candidate will also be expected to recruit physics and pre-engineering students, with the goal of reestablishing physics as a major at Centenary. Through teaching and advising, the successful candidate will support student success in physics, engineering, geophysics, and biophysics career pathways. A Ph.D. in an appropriate field from an accredited institution is required before starting (though ABD candidates will be considered). Teaching experience at the undergraduate level is preferred. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Physics Department has a well-equipped facility, and opportunities for collaborative research exist both on campus and at the nearby Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. There are excellent funding opportunities, and the College has a high success rate in securing funds for teaching and research.

Centenary College recognizes that diversity is essential to its goal of providing an educational environment where students explore the unfamiliar, invent new approaches to understanding, and connect their work and lives to the world at large. We thus welcome applicants who would add to the College’s diversity of ideas, beliefs, experiences, and cultural backgrounds. centenary.edu. EOE.

To apply, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts from all institutions of higher learning, and the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references. Candidate materials should address experience and/or commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds and to advancing the College’s commitment to diversity. Official transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a background check are required before a candidate can be hired.

The Committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Send application materials to hr@centenary.edu or to:

Centenary College of Louisiana

c/o Department of Human Resources  - Physics Search Committee

2911 Centenary Blvd.

Shreveport, LA 71104

Centenary College of Louisiana is a selective, residential, national liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Founded in 1825, it is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi river and is a member of the Associated Colleges of the South.

The Department of Psychology at Centenary College of Louisiana invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in August 2023. We seek a faculty member who is committed to excellent undergraduate teaching, who can develop a productive line of research involving undergraduate student researchers, and who has demonstrated a commitment to mentoring students who are diverse in terms of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and economic background.

Teaching duties will include a lower-level Biological Psychology course, upper-level courses in their area of expertise, and/or core psychology courses (e.g., intro, methods, stats). We are especially seeking a candidate who will contribute to developing new courses to add to our existing psychology offerings.

The teaching load is six courses per year, with the opportunity to teach courses in the Centenary in Paris program and/or May immersion terms. We seek a colleague who will share our commitment to teaching in a student-centered liberal arts environment. We provide opportunities for mentorship and professional development in teaching and advising, and we hope to find a colleague who values continued growth in these areas.

We are open to a broad range of content and research expertise, but preference will be given to candidates who broaden the disciplinary scope of the department in areas of health and health equity, clinical/counseling, or who use biological or neuroscience methods to study human behavior within psychology. Start-up funds are available, along with competitive internal research support and professional development funds (e.g., for conference travel).

The Department of Psychology at Centenary is one of the largest majors on campus. Potential for research collaboration exist with our departments of biology, neuroscience, kinesiology, and others as well as with the nearby Louisiana State University Health Science Center at Shreveport. For more information about our department, visit our website at https://www.centenary.edu/academics/departments-schools/psychology/

Centenary recognizes that diversity is essential to its goal of providing an educational environment where students explore the unfamiliar, invent new approaches to understanding, and connect their work and lives to the world at large. We thus welcome applicants who would add to the College's diversity of ideas, beliefs, experiences, and cultural backgrounds. EOE.

Review will begin November 1 and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness, unofficial transcripts from all institutions of higher learning, and three references (name, email, phone number). Review will begin November 1 and continue until the position is filled. Candidate materials should address experience and/or commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds and to advancing the College’s commitment to diversity. Candidates must have an earned doctorate by the time of employment. Three letters of recommendation will be requested for short-listed candidates. Official transcripts and a background check are required before a candidate can be hired.

Submit materials to hr@centenary.edu or to:

Psychology Search Committee

c/o Department of Human Resources Centenary College of Louisiana

2911 Centenary Blvd.

Shreveport, LA 71104

Centenary College of Louisiana is a selective, residential, national liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Founded in 1825, it is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi River and is a member of the Associated Colleges of the South.

The Frost School of Business at Centenary College of Louisiana invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Sports Management. This appointment is expected to begin in Fall 2023.

Candidates who have outstanding teaching and research skills, and seek to contribute to the distinctive mission of a private, liberal arts institution are encouraged to apply. Salaries and teaching loads are comparable to small, private institutions. Tenure and promotion will be based on a balanced commitment to teaching, research, and service.

The Assistant Professor in Sports Management teaches various sports management and business courses at the undergraduate level; advises and plans undergraduate student coursework selections; and provides scholarly work in the sports management or a related field.

The Assistant Professor also serves in faculty governance via various committee assignments and participates in Frost School of Business events and activities with faculty and students.

Applicants must complete doctoral degree requirements in Sports Management or a related field before the start of the contract period.

Centenary recognizes that diversity is essential to its goal of providing an educational environment where students explore the unfamiliar, invent new approaches to understanding, and connect their work and lives to the world at large. We thus welcome applicants who would add to the College's diversity of ideas, beliefs, experiences, and cultural backgrounds. EOE.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references. Candidate materials should address experience and/or commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds and to advancing the College’s commitment to diversity. Official transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a background check are required before a candidate can be hired.

For full consideration, applications should be submitted by November 1, 2022. Send application materials to:

Centenary College of Louisiana

c/o Department of Human Resources - Sports Management Search Committee

2911 Centenary Blvd.

Shreveport, LA 71104 Email: hr@centenary.edu

Candidates are invited to visit the College’s website at www.centenary.edu/jobs.

Centenary College of Louisiana is a selective, residential, national liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Founded in 1825, it is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi river and is a member of the Associated Colleges of the South. Centenary College is located in the Shreveport-Bossier City metroplex in NW Louisiana.

Centenary College invites applications for the position of Director of the Gladys Hurley Memorial Music Library. The Director of the Music Library manages operations, acquisitions, and services provided by the Music Library of the Hurley School of Music, working closely with faculty, students, and the College’s main library staff in planning and providing support to the School’s and College’s mission, goals, and curriculum. The Director of the Music Library may also be appointed to instructional responsibilities in the School by the Dean, in consultation with the Provost of the College. This Director of the Music Library reports directly to the Dean of the Hurley School of Music.

The Director of the Music Library oversees and administers all Music Library operations, including budget preparation and spending based on program objectives; assessment and reporting of user services and resources; maintenance of the Music Library’s holdings and facility; and design and enforcement of its policies and procedures. This position also involves strategic assessment, maintenance, and development of the music collection, including electronic resources. The Music Library Director works closely with the College’s main library staff and assists with various duties in the main library as needed. Additionally, the Director of the Music Library explores, evaluates, and implements innovative best practices in current information literacy and music library functions. The Director collaborates with staff and faculty from the Archives and main Library to provide circulation, reference, collection and curriculum support in pursuit of both the College's mission and the Library Strategic Plan. The Director may be appointed to teaching responsibilities that align with the candidate’s area of specialization (e.g. music history).

A Master of Music Degree, or equivalent, knowledge of principles and practices of library science, excellent organizational skills, and exceptional written and oral communication skills are required. A

Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science, or equivalent, from an ALA accredited institution and three years of relevant experience are preferred.

Centenary College recognizes that diversity is essential to its goal of providing an educational environment where students explore the unfamiliar, invent new approaches to understanding, and connect their work and lives to the world at large. We thus welcome applicants who would add to the College’s diversity of ideas, beliefs, experiences, and cultural backgrounds. www.centenary.edu. EOE.

To apply, send a letter of application and curriculum vitae that includes three references to hr@centenary.edu or to:

Director of the Music Library Search c/o Department of Human Resources

Centenary College of Louisiana

2911 Centenary Blvd.

Shreveport, LA 71104

Applications will be reviewed as received and review will continue until the position is filled.

Centenary College of Louisiana is a selective, residential, national liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Founded in 1825, it is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi River and is a member of the Associated Colleges of the South. The college is home to the Meadows Museum of Art, accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, as well as an active performing arts program at the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse.

VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF EDUCATION

Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Education
Reports To: Provost and Dean of the College FLSA Status: Exempt– Fulltime Schedule Variation: Fall and Spring Semesters Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits Prepared by: Human Resources Revised Date: March 2023

SUMMARY: The Visiting Assistant Professor of Education is a one-year appointment to begin fall semester 2023 to teach general and specialized courses in Education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Teach introductory survey courses, upper-level Education courses. Specific courses needed include the Science of Reading. The normal teaching load is six courses per year or 12 contact hours per semester.

Job duties include:

• Teaching introductory and upper-division courses in areas of expertise.
• Engaging undergraduate students in legitimate research experiences in the classroom in support of the department’s mission.
• Adhering to Centenary College’s rigorous standards for faculty members regarding teaching, service, and scholarship as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.

MINIMUM

• Doctorate in related field is required. 
• Candidates must possess demonstrable skills in, and commitment to, undergraduate teaching and research, as well as a background in relevant disciplines, along with some experience advising and mentoring students.

PREFERRED

• Strong undergraduate teaching experience.
• Experience with a selective, residential, liberal arts college.

APPLICATION

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of unofficial transcripts from all institutions of higher learning, a teaching philosophy, a diversity, equity, and inclusion statement, and three letters of recommendation.

To apply send materials to:

Email: hr@centenary.edu or
Department of Human Resources
Centenary College of Louisiana
2911 Centenary Boulevard
Shreveport, Louisiana 71104
Fax: 318.869.5281 

Centenary College of Louisiana is a selective, residential, national liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Founded in 1825, it is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi river and is a member of the Associated Colleges of the South.

Centenary recognizes that diversity is essential to its goal of providing an educational environment where students explore the unfamiliar, invent new approaches to understanding, and connect their work and lives to the world at large. We thus welcome applicants who would add to the College's diversity of ideas, beliefs, experiences, and cultural backgrounds. EOE.