Adjunct Faculty
- Wellness and Physical Education
Adjunct Faculty
- Wellness and Physical Education
Company:
Arizona Western College
Job Location:
Yuma, Arizona
Category:
Kinesiology, Exercise Science, and Phys Ed
Type:
Adjunct/Part-Time
Adjunct Faculty•
Wellness & Physical Education Salary:
$840 per equated load
Summary of Function:
The adjunct faculty member is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, incorporating relevant classroom technology, and ensuring course content is up to date. Key responsibilities include fostering an inclusive classroom environment, staying informed about developments within their field, maintaining accurate records, fostering and submitting reports on time, communicating professionally, and adhering to institutional policies, procedures, and standards.
Typical Duties:
Serves students by fulfilling the institution's Student Experience Statement.
Provides instruction using appropriate strategies that demonstrate teaching excellence through evidence-based practices that foster student learning. Effectively integrates instructional and classroom technology to
enhance teaching and learning.
Develops, plans, and delivers course content, administers assessments, and provides feedback and grades to students through the learning management system. Ensures that course content and materials are updated
and aligned with current curriculum goals, student learning outcomes, and course objectives.
Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time, including grades and attendance, in accordance
with institutional requirements, utilizing designated reporting tools.
Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of best instructional practices and remain current in the assigned
academic field, related occupational areas, and technologies.
Offers academic support and fosters an inclusive classroom environment that supports learning at all levels.
Responds to correspondence in a timely, thoughtful, and professional manner.
Supports and participates in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in the discipline, OR
Associate's degree, certificate, licensure at the highest level being taught, OR
Qualify under the occupational experience requirement for career, technical, and professional credential fields
with three full-time years (or equivalent). Documentation of work experience must demonstrate currency and
relevance to the course content and student learning outcomes with the following experience:
More than three full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience in the specific
credential field, AND
One year of which the work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date
of application for the credential field, OR
Three years of full-time (or equivalent) post-secondary teaching experience in the credential field
within the past five years
Meet qualifications as outlined under institutional procedure, Faculty Credentials
Additional Eligibility Requirements:
N/A
Position Type & Work Schedule:
Part-time, Adjunct Faculty
Up to 19.5 hours per week or 8 equated load per semester; assignment time or load dependent upon
institutional need
Instructional days and times are dependent upon semester course schedule and institutional need
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures
In-depth knowledge of the academic discipline being taught
Knowledge and understanding of effective teaching methods and learning theories
Knowledge of curriculum design and assessment practices
Knowledge of and ability to effectively utilize instructional technologies and learning platforms including
learning management system
Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software,
specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, software and applications
especially those specific to the department operations
Skill and ability to be self-directed and to manage one's own time
Skill and proficiency in planning and delivering engaging and effective instruction
Skill in creating and grading assessments that accurately measure student learning
Strong organizational skills to manage course materials, records, and administrative tasks
Ability to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
Ability to utilize appropriate instructional strategies and educational technology for various modalities
Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment
Ability to provide assistance in a professional, civil, and supportive manner
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a
professional manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality of protected information and follow FERPA and privacy guidelines
Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels
of the organization, students, and the public
Ability to provide instruction for all levels of learners including foundation or introductory courses
Ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues
Ability to address and resolve issues related to teaching and student learning
Ability to efficiently manage time to balance teaching, preparation, and administrative duties
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students,
and the public
Work Environment:
Inside classroom, lab, or office environment with normal noise and lighting levels
Outside instructional or lab area, if applicable to the academic field or content area
Working environment may include various locations across the service district, with varying noise levels, indoor and/or outdoor locations as needed to support program, department, or institutional needs
Physical Demands:
Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking
May lift, carry, push, and/or pull, at times at least 10 pounds
Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and/or twist
Travel:
May be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private, commercial, or fleet transportation, and as needed to support program, department and institutional needs
Travel to additional campus locations to support instructional delivery and assignment
Note:
Yuma Campus
- Not Benefits Eligible
- Instruction assignment dependent upon departmental and/or institutional needs.
- Faculty may be asked to teach on various campuses, via in-person, online, hybrid, and virtual learning
environments, as directed by the needs of the institution for a given semester.
- Course scheduling may include daytime, evenings, and/or weekends.
- The statements within this document describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the
individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,
demands, and skills required of personnel so classified.
- The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all
provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice.
POSTING DATE
February 10, 2026 APPLICATION
PROCEDURE
The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.
Completed Application
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts
ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO
Arizona Western College
Human Resources
Phone:
(928) 344-7505 /
FAX:
(928) 317-6001 /
TTY:
(928) 344-7629
Email:
Human.
Resources@azwestern.edu
ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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