Grand Canyon University

Communication Capstone - Adjunct Faculty - Traditional Campus (Spring 2027) - College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Location
Phoenix, AZ
Pay
Not disclosed
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
October 22, 2026

About this position

Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University The College of Humanities and Social Sciences at GCU is home to dedicated faculty and leaders who are deeply committed to inspiring and guiding students. Our faculty are dynamic mentors, devoted to fostering academic, spiritual, and personal growth in every student they serve. As experts in their fields, they are not only passionate educators but also collaborative partners who enrich the college experience for all. If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact and help others discover their purpose, consider joining our mission by becoming an instructor at GCU. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences offers fulfilling opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach part-time, in-person courses at our Phoenix campus. If you are a motivated educator eager to provide high-quality instruction in a modern, collaborative environment with smaller class sizes, we would love to hear from you. Why Work at GCU: Education Benefits and Tuition Assistance 401(k) Employee Perks and Discounts Gym and Fitness Center Canyon Health & Wellness Center GCU Traditional Campus - Phoenix, AZ: Instruction for our Spring Semester begins on January 4, 2027, and ends on April 25, 2027 - Final Course Grades are due on May 2, 2027 Course: Communication Capstone This writing-intensive course includes a culminating reflection and collection of integral works from students' time in the major. Students engage in research specific to their career or graduate school goals and develop a project that displays what they have learned while in the program. Students are exposed to practitioners in the communication field. Students are taught how to effectively communicate their research and develop other skills that support a successful transition into the workforce or graduate school. 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: *Professional or Teaching experience required Preferred: PhD in Communication OR Master's in CommunicationAND coursework in Research Methods Exceptions may be granted to individuals with a Master's in any field possessing either: 18 graduate credits in Communications AND coursework in Research Methods OR has substantial teaching experience Before submitting your application, please attach the following to review: Your unofficial transcript reflecting degree earned with 18 graduate credit hours in the areas listed above Your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees #gcu #highered #faculty #phoenix #communication #research #researchmethods #INDLOPESUP

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$840/ course, n=43

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