"Instructor in Social Work"

Position Summary

Southeast Missouri State University invites applications for a full-time instructor of Social Work position to begin in Spring 2026. The selected candidate is responsible for teaching across the social work curriculum for BSSW students. Candidates must hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE accredited program. This is a 9-month recurring non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of instructor.

Along with teaching, service responsibilities, and on-campus engagement, the instructor ensures appropriate educational processes support student learning and professional development. Candidates must demonstrate a student-centered focus, commitment to social work education, and dedication to social work values and ethics. The BSW Program is CSWE Accredited and is developing a fully online option. The instructor will assist in online option development and delivery while maintaining CSWE standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses across the BSSW social work curriculum, both in-person and online.
• Oversee and monitor student performance for timely progression and success.
• Develop and implement policies with social work faculty and the department chairperson.
• Participate in curriculum design, program evaluation, and academic policy development.
• Maintain student data and ensure compliance with program and accreditation standards.
• Assist in preparing and updating social work manuals, forms, and procedures.
• Engage in departmental and university service.
• Serve as academic advisor to social work students.
• Participate in recruitment and retention activities.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE accredited program at a regionally or internationally accredited university.
• Current active Missouri social work license or eligibility.
• Minimum of two years full-time post-MSW direct practice experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to social work values and ethics.
• Evidence or potential for teaching excellence in higher education.
• Ability to teach in multiple modalities (in-person, hybrid, online).
• Demonstrated experience or potential in on-campus engagement and public service.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to collegiality within the University community.

Southeast Missouri State University seeks candidates committed to excellent undergraduate education, student success, and the teacher-scholar model. Successful candidates will contribute to innovative curricula and delivery strategies, including traditional, blended, and online formats.

Required Information & Deadline

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, submit materials by October 14, 2025. The position is available January 2026 and will remain open until filled.

Required Information: Submit online: cover letter addressing qualifications, statement of teaching philosophy, current curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and names/contact information of three professional references.

Departmental Information: The Department of Criminal Justice, Social Work, and Sociology offers undergraduate degrees in Criminal Justice and Social Work, minors, certificates, and a graduate degree in Criminal Justice. Several programs are available online. More information at https://semo.edu/cjsws/. The Social Work Program is CSWE Accredited.

About Southeast Missouri State University: Founded in 1873, it provides student-centered education with a focus on access, teaching, and student success.