Concrete Foundations Adjunct Faculty

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The College of Engineering and Technology employs faculty and faculty leaders who are passionate about engaging and mentoring students to best prepare them for the continuously changing worlds of IT and Engineering. 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 Engineering and Technology 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

Main Campus - 3300 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85017

Course: Concrete Foundations

This course provides an introduction to skills in concrete construction. Students learn to form and finish sidewalks, pads, grade beams, and stairs, accurately following layout plans and interpreting blueprints. The focus is on safety and following safety guidelines and practices when stripping and building wall, deck, and stair form systems, and recognizing hazards for effective completion of task hazard analysis (THA) logs. Students complete material calculations, concrete joint sawing, and operate laser grades and screed systems. Students also gain hands-on experience in rubbing and patching concrete walls, maintaining trowel machines, and vibrating decks, while developing proficiency in complex concrete projects.

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

Qualifications:

Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field or a minimum of 5-7 years' experience in the concrete industry. Candidates with exceptional, relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the stated requirements, as determined by the Assistant Dean.

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

• Your unofficial transcript reflecting degree earned with relevant work related experience in the areas listed above
• Your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees

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