Coach Softball: Theory and Practice – Adjunct Faculty – Traditional Campus (Fall 2025) – Colleg[...]

Grand Canyon University; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in higher education is seeking passionate adjunct faculty to coach softball at their Phoenix campus. This role offers an opportunity to inspire and guide students through engaging lectures and hands-on experiences in coaching theory and practice. Faculty members will play a crucial role in shaping the next generation of coaches, emphasizing leadership, motivation, and team dynamics. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, this position provides a rewarding environment for those eager to make a difference in students' lives while working within a supportive community. Join this mission and help students discover their potential!

Benefits

Tuition benefits

401(k)

Employee Perks and Discounts

Gym and Fitness Center

Canyon Health & Wellness Center

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 18 graduate credit hours in relevant fields preferred.
• Experience in coaching and classroom instruction is essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate classroom lectures and engage students in learning.
• Assess student performance and provide mentorship.

Skills

Coaching Skills

Student Engagement

Assessment and Mentoring

Leadership

Education

Doctorate in Exercise Science

Master’s in Physical Education

Master’s in Human Performance

Job description

Coach Softball: Theory and Practice – Adjunct Faculty – Traditional Campus (Fall 2025) – College of Natural Sciences

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Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University

The College of Natural Sciences employs faculty and faculty leaders who are passionate about engaging and assisting students in a wide array of disciplines to further the advancement of scientific knowledge and understanding. 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 Natural 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 Fall 2025 Semester (09/02/2025 - 12/14/2025)
  
  

Course - Coach Softball: Theory and Practice

This course is intended to introduce the profession of coaching softball and to explore the issues of qualifications; player and coach development; coaching styles, philosophies, and objectives; motivation, team dynamics, and leadership; and sportspersonship. Special areas of emphasis include the fundamental skills and strategies of softball, the application of sport-teaching fundamentals to skill and strategy presentation, conditioning, organizing practices and games, and player evaluation. The course also includes field experience—both on and off site—to integrate theory and skills with professional practice.

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

Preferred: Doctorate or Master’s in the following:

• Exercise Science
• Physical Therapy
• Physical Education
• Human Performance
• Exercise Physiology
• Minimum: Master’s in any field with 18 graduate credit hours in Exercise Science, Physical Therapy, Physical Education, Human Performance, or Exercise Physiology
  
  

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
  
  

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