graduate assistantships

DESCRIPTION - The assistantship is designed to give the graduate student varied experiences involved in the undergraduate Physical Education Teacher Education program, as well as offering a diverse program of studies leading toward the Master's Degree.  Teaching in our professional development schools is also a possibility.  The position is available for the academic year 2012-2013 - beginning August, 2012. A complete job description can be found here (PDF).

ELIGIBILITY - Qualified graduates of an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Physical Education/Health or related field.  Preference will be given to those who have the following qualifications: NYS physical education/health teaching certification and Lifeguard/CPR/First Aid instructor.

STIPEND – Graduate assistants receive 24 credits toward the Master’s Degree Program (33 credits) with the possibility of an additional stipend depending on budget.  The 2010-11 stipend was approximately $5500.

CANISIUS COLLEGE - is a private, independent Jesuit college.  A Buffalo landmark since 1870, Canisius College has woven itself intimately into the history of the Western New York community by offering its citizens a quality education.  Canisius College is a member of the Metro Atlantic Conference which competes at the NCAA Division I level.

Established as a liberal arts college, Canisius has grown to include a Graduate Division.  The graduate program in Physical Education is housed in the School of Education and Human Services.

APPLICATIONS – Priority application deadline is February 15, 2012 and the position will remain open until filled.  Please click here (PDF) for the application.

For further information contact:

Dr. Jeffrey R. Lindauer
Department of Physical Education, Health and Sport Studies
Canisius College
2001 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14208

Phone:  (716) 888-2196  
FAX:  (716) 888-8445
E-Mail:  lindauej@canisius.edu
Website:  www.canisius.edu