Job Description

Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences employs faculty and faculty leaders who are passionate about engaging and mentoring students. Our faculty are energetic advisors who are committed to helping our students grow academically, spiritually, and personally. They are experts in their respective fields, in addition to being passionate educators and collaborators who help enhance the college experience for all students.

Join our mission in helping others find their purpose and start your instructor career with GCU. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences offers rewarding opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach part-time, face-to-face instruction at our Phoenix campus. If you are highly motivated and passionate about teaching exceptional quality instruction in modern facilities with smaller class sizes, we’d like to hear from you.

Why Work at GCU:

  • Tuition benefits specifically for the adjunct employee
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Perks and Discounts
  • Gym and Fitness Center
  • Canyon Health & Wellness Center

GCU Traditional Campus -  Phoenix, AZ:

  • Courses are in-person and on-campus for the Spring 2025 Semester (01/06/2025 - 04/27/2025)

Course: Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology

This course provides an overview of factors influencing participation in individual or group sport and performance. Additionally, outcomes associated with performance are examined. Current theory and research are presented to develop an understanding of behaviors in sport and performance settings. Further, techniques applied to enhance sport performance are examined.

What You Will Do:

  • Facilitate classroom lecture and discussions
  • Engage students in learning course objectives and topics
  • Assess student performance and mentor success in the classroom
  • Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Grand Canyon University

What You Will Bring:

*Teaching experience required

  • Preferred: Doctorate in Psychology OR
    • Clinical Psychology OR
    • Performance Psychology
  • Minimum: Master’s in Psychology WITH
    • Performance OR
    • Sports Psychology emphasis AND
    • 3 years of experience
  • Alternative Minimum: Post-Graduate/Post-Master in Counseling OR
    • Psychology AND
    • Certificate (graduate-level) in Sports Psychology AND
    • 3 years of experience

Before submitting your application, please attach the following to review:

  • Your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees

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Application Instructions

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