Job Description

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 Assistance401(k)Employee Perks and DiscountsGym and Fitness CenterCanyon Health & Wellness Center

GCU Traditional Campus - Phoenix, AZ:

Instruction for our Fall Semester begins on September 2, 2025, and ends on December 14, 2025 - Final Course Grades are due on December 21, 2025

Course: Argumentation and Advocacy

This course introduces students to the relationship between argumentation and advocacy as well as the role of worldviews in shaping the arguments surrounding relevant social issues. This course presents the concepts and skills related to the study of argumentation. Students are introduced to the principles and elements of argumentation in everyday communication across contexts, as well as the skills necessary in constructing and evaluating written and oral arguments.

What You Will Do:

Facilitate classroom lecture and discussionsEngage students in learning course objectives and topicsAssess student performance and mentor success in the classroomProvide 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: PhD in CommunicationMinimum: Master’s in CommunicationAND coursework in Philosophy, Ethics OR Logic

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

Your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees

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