What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Medicine Instructor - ONE YEAR ONLY (.7 FTE) position at Littleton Public Schools?
- Instruct class using project-based curriculum that is industry relevant and allows students to earn industry certifications, concurrent enrollment, content credit and work-based learning experiences
- Collaboration with LPS teachers (CTE, content teachers, special service providers)
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Support the overall goals of the Health Sciences Pathway, the EPIC Campus, and Littleton Public Schools
- Serving on advisory committees
- Assist with the EPIC Campus HOSA-Future Health Professionals Chapter
- Additional training as necessary
- Promoting the EPIC Campus and this pathway by connecting with students, parents, community members and industry partners
- Teach pathway-specific summer programming (minimum of 15 days, 4 hours per day) Schedule set by EPIC Campus Administration.
- Relevant industry experiences including athletic training, sports medicine, personal training, emergency management, physical therapy or other relevant experience.
- Ability to create and maintain clinical relationships and autonomy to oversee students in the clinical setting.
- Master's degree in Exercise Health Science, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Nutrition or a related field and has/qualifies for postsecondary CTE credential including 4000 hours of non-teaching occupational hours within the last 5 years.
- Current industry-recognized certification such as ACSM or ACE to teach personal training or exercise-specific courses.
- The appropriate secondary Career and Technical Education credential aligned with the pathway is preferred (Health Science). Click here for credential information.
- The appropriate postsecondary Career and Technical Education credential aligned with the pathway.
- Ability/Experience to offer industry certifications
- Criminal background check required for hire
- Drug Screen may be required based on clinical site requirements
STARTING SALARY: $77,542
WORK YEAR: 210 contract days
FTE: [.7]
BENEFIT INFORMATION:
Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. Additionally as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: https://www.littletonpublicschools.net/o/lps/page/employee-benefits
JobID: 13570
Position Type:
EPIC Campus/Adjunct Faculty
EPIC Campus/Adjunct Faculty
Date Posted:
4/3/2026
4/3/2026
Location:
EPIC Campus
EPIC Campus
Closing Date:
04/17/2026
04/17/2026
Health Sciences - Sports Medicine Instructor - ONE YEAR ONLY (.7 FTE)
"Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you."
Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional educators to establish career long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Sports Medicine Instructor will collaborate with the Health Sciences Pathway Lead, industry partners, and higher education to implement curriculum pertaining to Sports Medicine. The ideal candidate will be responsible for teaching a variety of courses, including Introduction to Exercise Science, Personal Training, Sports Medicine and more. See EPIC Course Catalog linked here for Health Sciences course descriptions.
The instructor will begin teaching responsibilities in August. This is a 210-day contract beginning August 3, 2026 through June 17, 2027.
DUTIES:
DUTIES:
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Successful applicants must be properly licensed for assignment as a Professional Educator according to the Colorado Department of Education.
The ideal candidate will possess or be able to possess:
Salary : $77,542