Child Development Instructor - College of Education

Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University

Shape the bright futures of Grand Canyon University students as an adjunct faculty member for the traditional ground campus in the College of Education.  Whether students are looking to start or advance their career as a teacher or administrator, GCU offers bachelor’s and master’s in education degrees in key areas including early childhood education, elementary education, and secondary education degrees, TESOL and  special education .

As an adjunct faculty member, you’ll provide program instruction incorporating innovative teaching methodologies, cutting-edge technologies and other industry trends reflecting advancements in your discipline.  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:

• Education Benefits and Tuition Assistance

• 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 2027 semester (Class start date 01/04/2027)

Course: Child Development: Prenatal to Adolescence

In this course, candidates identify the developmental milestones of children, prenatal to adolescence. Students examine the progression of these milestones in all areas of development, including psychological, social, emotional, linguistic, cognitive, and physical. Additional focus is placed on typical and atypical child development, and analyzing the effects of environment, trauma, and family dynamics on the development progression. 

 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:

·         Master's Degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Special Education, or related field AND 2 areas of exceptional expertise.

·         All instructors must have a valid state teacher certification in Early Childhood Eduction, Early Childhood Special Education or Special Educator OR

o    a valid state certification in Elementary Education with an endorsement in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education or Special Education AND

o    a minimum of 3 years teaching students ages birth to age 8/grade 3 in a special education or inclusive education setting.

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

·         Your unofficial transcripts for any applicable conferred graduate degrees.

·         Any applicable licenses/certifications

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