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Limited Term Adjunct Instructor (COE)

University of Arizona

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Sep 25, 2026

Limited Term Adjunct Instructor (COE)
Posting Number	req27122
Department	Educational Psychology
Department Website Link	https://education.arizona.edu/educational-psychology
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location	Tucson Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Arizona is seeking an accomplished educator to join our Educational Psychology faculty for spring 2027. This will be a non-tenure-track, Limited Term Adjunct Instructor to provide part-time instruction. NOTE: The teaching schedule will be dependent upon class assignment; assignment may be online, classroom-based, and/or hybrid depending on need. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Instruct graduate students in Philosophical and Historical Approaches of Educational Psychology in spring 2027. This is a new course that will require development by the instructor. Grade projects and exams. Work with Educational Psychology Faculty. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong theoretical and applied area background based upon teaching experience in education, educational psychology, and philosophy. Knowledge of engaging instructional strategies. Evidence of reflective practice and experience working with a variety of students at higher educational levels. Exhibit a willingness and ability to participate in professional preparation to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to be an effective instructor. Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills and the willingness and ability to work collaboratively.
Minimum Qualifications	Doctorate degree in Educational Psychology or relevant discipline. Experience working in Educational Psychology or similar setting. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in college-level teaching.
Preferred Qualifications	Demonstrated experience in teaching at the graduate level. Experience with online learning platforms such as D2L, Zoom, and recording tools. Experience working with individuals with varied educational and linguistic backgrounds. Experience in course and curriculum development as it relates to educational psychology instruction.
Rank	Instructor
Tenure Information	Adjunct (NTE)
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	4
Job FTE	.1
Work Calendar	Academic
Job Category	Faculty
Benefits Eligible	No Benefits
Rate of Pay	DOE
Compensation Type	Per Course
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Jessica Summers, PhD Department Head, Educational Psychology jsummers@arizona.edu
Open Date	9/23/2026
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
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