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Location 1 W FIRESTORM WAY,Glendale, AZ, 85306-3216,United States Job Category [ACU-CAT:ACADEMIC-FACULTY Employee Type Adjunct Required Degree Masters General Job Brief Instructor will teach courses in Psychology. Instructors are responsible for preparation and delivery of all course materials including the syllabus, lecture and other course delivery preparation, and keeping attendance records. This role also requires a comprehensive understanding of and commitment to the unique Christian mission and vision of ACU to Transform Culture with Truth, and the ability to advance that mission and vision through the performance of its duties, including person-to-person mentorship and discipleship. Duties, Tasks, Responsibilities Supervision and instruction of students in classroom and/or lab settings Development of written syllabi and required course materials Evaluation of subject matter taught and maintenance of student records Preparation and grading of exams Maintaining office hours to advise and assist students Participation in departmental and university-wide meetings Provide spiritual support and prayer to students and staff Other Duties and Responsibilities Completing other duties and tasks with utmost integrity and professionalism, as directed, and not necessarily mentioned in this description, will be expected. Commitment to the University’s faith statement, mission, and purposes; and an active Christian faith. Comfort and familiarity with the practice of praying with and for others, including students, faculty, and fellow University staff. The ability to meaningfully support and encourage students, faculty, and staff from a biblical worldview perspective, using relevant and applicable references from the Old and New Testaments and orthodox Christian writings. Demonstrated alignment with and enthusiastic support for the Christian Mission and Core Commitments of the University, including signing the University's Statement of Faith and Core Commitments annually. Working Conditions Requires the ability to read, write, see, hear, and speak clearly. Requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, reach or sit for long periods of time. Requires working on a computer, PC, or laptop; ability to work these and office-related equipment. May be required to lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to torespond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articlesusing original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches andpresentations on controversial or complex topics of management, public groups, and/or boards ofdirectors. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables insituations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret various instructions furnishedin written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpretand extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with severalabstract and concrete variables. Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables. Prerequisite Qualifications Must possess a master's or Ph.D. degree with an emphasis in Psychology, Counseling, and or Sports Psychology. At least 2 years of experience in teaching in a higher education setting. Experience with various instructional delivery systems including integration of technology into coursework. Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Strong written and oral presentation skills Strong organizational skills Evidence of Christian commitment with interest in and ability to integrate faith and learning. Fair Labor Standards Act This position is considered to be part-time, exempt for overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arizona Christian University

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