About the Position

An Associate Faculty primarily instructs undergraduate and/or graduate courses in specific disciplines in accordance with University of Phoenix learning objectives and course outlines, engaging with students to drive academic rigor and student success.  In addition to classroom instruction, an individual performs a variety of classroom-related and other activities, which are established by university leadership and/or dictated by specific course requirements, to ensure every student has the opportunity to learn, progress, and achieve academic success.

Deliver course content, learning activities, and student assessments using the University’s current course materials. Share supplemental knowledge and experience to help students understand and make the connections between course concepts and real-world applications. Work efficiently and effectively to provide high quality instruction to university students in accordance with the standards in the University of Phoenix Faculty Handbook and all other applicable policies and procedures Ensure all class materials are made available to students on a timely basis to facilitate timely participation and relevant classroom instruction and discussion.Provide each student the opportunity to grow, develop, and achieve academic success by maintaining an engaged classroom presence, timely responding to student inquiries, and creating a supportive learning environment that empowers students to develop cognitive skills and confidence. Proactively address student academic issues in accordance with University policies and guidance.Perform a variety of additional duties, such as coaching, tutoring, and identifying appropriate additional resources, as determined by specific course and or program requirements that support student learning and success inside and outside of the classroom environment; oversee student clinical/practicum/mentorship experiences as required by the course and/or program, as applicable.Attend various faculty meetings and University events as required, including but not limited to General Faculty Meetings, Content Area Meetings, and student graduations. Maintain current knowledge of all applicable University course updates, instruction standards and other relevant information that contributes to associate faculty effectiveness and student engagement and achievement.Maintain current professional and technical knowledge of content area(s) through employment, professional certification/licensure, professional conference attendance/speaking engagements, professional publications, personal networks, professional organizations, and other viable means.Instruct and perform other job-related required duties in an online environment, as dictated by program requirements. Maintain an understanding of all applicable University technology and adapt to technology changes as needed to facilitate classes and maintain active faculty status.Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.

NOTE:  The Primary Accountabilities above are intended to describe the general content and requirements of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.  Incumbents may perform all or most of the Primary Accountabilities listed above.  Specific goals or responsibilities will be documented in incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate manager.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Doctorate degree in Counseling or related area ORDoctorate degree in any area OR
With 18 graduate semester credits in CounselingMaster's degree in Counseling or related area
Minimum of 3 years of current applicable experience within the last 7 years 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution.Required a current California license as a Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), Professional Counselor (LPC), Psychologist or PsychiatristAcceptable professional experience can include but are not limited to: post-secondary teaching of counseling, practitioner counseling experience in a clinical setting, and/or substantive documented research or scholarship experience in counseling within the last 5 years.
SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENT: All faculty members must have one record of scholarship within the last five years that meets UOPX’s definition of scholarship engagement. Faculty who do not currently meet this requirement may still be qualified however; they have one year from the date the content area is approved to come into compliance with this Graduate Faculty Scholarship requirement to maintain the content area approval.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Familiarity with adult education teaching and learning theoryHigh level of problem solving and decision-making ability to assess student work, address issues and concerns,  and provide appropriate guidanceExcellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies, including students, other faculty, staff, and external partiesTechnology proficiency, including Microsoft suite programs Able to convey a professional image and represent the University appropriately within the community and with external parties
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As an Equal Opportunity employer, we particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

If you are an active-duty military member seeking employment when off-duty, compliance with Department of Defense Joint Ethics Regulation, 5500-7-R, is required prior to starting employment with University of Phoenix. You are advised to contact your base Judge Advocate General to seek such approval and answer any questions.