Instructor and BSW Program Director

Instructor and BSW Program Director

Company: Indiana State University

Category: Social Work

Type: Full-Time

Required Relevant Education & Experience:

• MSW from a CSWE-accredited program
• Minimum of 2 years of post-MSW practice experience
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality teaching and student engagement
• Knowledge of CSWE accreditation standards and competency-based education
• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills

About the Institution:

Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.

Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute's historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the "Fighting Sycamores," fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference.

Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.

Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our employment application process.

Position Details:

The Department of Social Work invites applications for a full-time 10-month, teaching-focused faculty member to teach in both the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) programs and to serve as the BSW Program Director. This position emphasizes excellence in teaching, student mentorship, and program leadership within a collaborative, student-centered environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate social work education, including the preparation of students for generalist and clinical practice in alignment with CSWE competencies.

Primary Responsibilities

Teaching Excellence (50-60%)

• Teach a range of BSW and MSW courses using engaging, student-centered pedagogical approaches
• Deliver instruction across modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online)
• Integrate real-world practice experience into the classroom
• Provide timely, meaningful feedback and maintain high accessibility to students
• Advise and mentor students, supporting academic and professional development
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement aligned with CSWE EPAS

BSW Program Director Leadership (30-40%)

• Provide day-to-day leadership and administration of the BSW program
• Ensure ongoing compliance with CSWE accreditation standards, including assessment and reporting
• Lead program assessment, data-informed decision-making, and continuous quality improvement
• Coordinate admissions, retention, and student progression processes
• Support adjunct instructors in the BSW program
• Collaborate closely with the Field Education Director to facilitate high-quality field internship placements and address student needs that arise in field
• Prepare accreditation reports and represent the program to internal and external stakeholders
• Lead program meetings and support faculty teaching in the BSW curriculum

Service to Institution and Community (10-20%)

• Actively participate in department, college, and university service
• Engage with community partners to strengthen practice connections and student opportunities
• Support recruitment, retention, and outreach efforts
• Contribute to an inclusive, supportive learning environment

Required Qualifications

• MSW from a CSWE-accredited program
• Minimum of 2 years of post-MSW practice experience
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality teaching and student engagement
• Knowledge of CSWE accreditation standards and competency-based education
• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in BSW and/or MSW programs
• Prior program coordination or leadership experience
• Experience with CSWE accreditation and assessment processes
• Online and/or hybrid teaching experience

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, submit applications by June 12, 2026.

Apply online at https://jobs.indstate.edu/postings/55676

Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our employment application process.

Job Summary:

The Department of Social Work invites applications for a full-time 10-month, teaching-focused faculty member to teach in both the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) programs and to serve as the BSW Program Director. This position emphasizes excellence in teaching, student mentorship, and program leadership within a collaborative, student-centered environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate social work education, including the preparation of students for generalist and clinical practice in alignment with CSWE competencies.

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