Careers at Young Harris

Instructor | Assistant | Associate Professor of Kinesiology & Sport

Young Harris College invites applications for a full-time Instructor or tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Kinesiology & Sport, beginning August 1, 2026. Candidates must hold at least a master’s degree in Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Community Recreation, Sport Management, or a closely related field; an earned doctorate is preferred. A strong commitment to teaching in an undergraduate, liberal arts setting is essential. Teaching responsibilities include courses such as Health and Wellness; Risk Management in Sport and Recreation; Facility, Area, and Event Management; and Sport and Recreation Management, along with other courses based on departmental needs and the candidate’s areas of expertise. The successful candidate will join the Department of Kinesiology, Sport, and Outdoor Studies and will contribute to program development, assessment, and ongoing curricular initiatives; support and help guide the continued growth of majors and minors; and may have the opportunity to serve as the Program Coordinator for Kinesiology & Sport, depending on departmental needs and the candidate’s qualifications. Additional expectations include strong written and oral communication skills, a record of scholarly activity and/or relevant professional experience, and a commitment to effective teaching, student engagement, and collegial participation in departmental and institutional service.

Candidates should apply electronically. Please include the following in your application: a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts, and three professional references. Official transcripts are required of the chosen hire prior to beginning employment. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Young Harris College is a private, baccalaureate degree-granting college located in the beautiful mountains of north Georgia. Founded in 1886 and historically affiliated with The United Methodist Church, Young Harris College educates, inspires, and empowers students through an education that purposefully integrates the liberal arts and professional studies. Our faculty and students are highly engaged in academics, research, music programs, athletics, sustainability, and service. Located in a vibrant community providing outdoor recreation, agriculture, and tourism, Young Harris is committed to offering high-engagement education in a small classroom environment. The College is an active member of the NCAA Division II and remains a fierce competitor in the prestigious Conference Carolinas.

Young Harris College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. EOE M/F/D/V.

The Young Harris College Department of Theatre and Dance invites applications for a full-time tenure tracked Assistant Professor of Theatre who will teach courses in musical theatre and theater as well as direct in the mainstage season. The position is based in the city of Young Harris, which is in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of North Georgia.

The successful candidate must hold a terminal degree in theatre or a closely related field and be capable of teaching acting courses and directing productions. The ideal applicant will be a creative collaborator with significant professional experience in musical theatre as well as experience in higher education. The ability to teach another specialty is also highly desirable. These possible areas include but are not limited to the following: stage movement, performance for musical theatre, voice and diction, history and literature, audition techniques, applied voice, and stage makeup. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and reviewed as received. Candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.

Theatre Young Harris is a highly successful program offering three degrees; a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre, a B.A. in Theatre Performance, and a B.A. in Theatrical Design and Production. We maintain between 30-45 majors in these degrees, as well as offering a minor in Theatre, a minor in Dance, and a new B.S. in Arts Administration. For more than a decade, most of our students have attained paid jobs, paid internships, or “paid for” graduate school within 12 months of graduation. As a department we produce 4 mainstage productions per year (two musicals and two dramatic presentations), as well as an additional 4-6 shows in our Second Season and Studio Series.

Young Harris College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. EOE M/F/D/V.

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Young Harris College invites applications for an adjunct professor of Computer Science position beginning August 1, 2026. The successful candidate will have earned at least a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology(IT), Information Systems(IS), or a related degree. Strong commitment to teaching in a liberal arts undergraduate curriculum is required. Candidate must be comfortable with technology and experience with Moodle is a plus.

Duties will primarily include teaching CSCI 1100: Introduction to Personal Computing. This is an introductory course that describes how computers are applied to solving problems in our information-oriented society. Included is a study of fundamental hardware, operating systems, networking, computer privacy and security, and the social, economic, and legal impact of information systems. Standard business-based software packages (MS Office) are used by students to solve a variety of problems. This course is required for many of our science majors who use Excel in their coursework and is also an elective for a diverse set of students across campus.

Applications should include a two-page cover letter that includes teaching experience and philosophy, a CV, transcripts and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Selected candidates must successfully pass a background check.

Young Harris College is a private baccalaureate and master’s degree-granting institution located in the beautiful mountains of North Georgia. Founded in 1886 and historically affiliated with The United Methodist Church, Young Harris College educates, inspires, and empowers students through an education that purposefully integrates the liberal arts and professional studies. 1,400 students are enrolled in its residential and Early College programs. The College is an active member of the NCAA Division II and remains a fierce competitor in the prestigious Conference Carolinas. For more information, visit yhc.edu.

Young Harris College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  EOE M/F/D/V.

Job Title: Instructional Designer

Reports to: Dean of Dual Enrollment & Distance Learning

Summary:

The Instructional Designer, an on-campus and in-person position, leads the design, development, and continuous improvement of classroom, online, and hybrid courses and programs. This position partners closely with faculty to enhance teaching effectiveness through the integration of sound pedagogical practices and instructional technologies that support student engagement and learning outcomes. The position supports institutional goals related to quality assurance, academic integrity, accessibility, and innovation in digital learning

Serving as the primary resource for the institution’s learning management system (LMS), the Instructional Designer provides both strategic oversight and day-to-day support for online course delivery. The role collaborates extensively with academic leadership and the Office of Information Technology to ensure the effective implementation and support of instructional technologies aligned with the college’s academic mission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

· Collaborate with faculty to design, develop, and revise classroom, online, and hybrid course materials, aligning pedagogical objectives with appropriate instructional technologies

· Coordinate the proposal, development, review, and evaluation of online courses, and support decision-making related to online course offerings in collaboration with the Dean of Dual Enrollment & Distance Learning

· Plan and deliver individual and group training for faculty on instructional technologies and effective teaching methodologies, in collaboration with academic leadership

· Serve as the primary resource for faculty on the use of the LMS and other digital tools to support the delivery of course content

· Develop and maintain online training materials and resources to support faculty use of educational technologies

· Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging instructional technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), to enhance course design, delivery, and support

· Collaborate with the Office of Information Technology to ensure the reliability, functionality, and effectiveness of the LMS and other instructional systems

Education and/or Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in instructional design, educational technology, curriculum and instruction, or a related field is required.

· Master’s degree is preferred.

· Demonstrated experience designing and developing online, in-person, or hybrid courses within a higher education environment is required.

· Strong knowledge of instructional design frameworks, learning theory, and effective online pedagogy is required.

· Experience applying accessibility standards and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles in digital course design is required.

· Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to consult effectively across disciplines and organizational levels is required.

· Proficiency with learning management systems and related instructional technologies is required. Moodle experience is strongly preferred.

· Demonstrated success partnering with faculty and academic leadership to advance institutional goals for teaching and learning is preferred.

· Familiarity with Quality Matters or other recognized quality assurance frameworks for online learning is preferred.

· Commitment to and experience with ensuring academic integrity through technologies and course design.

Young Harris College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  EOE M/F/D/V.