"Part-Time Faculty - SWK 602 (M001): Fundamentals of Social Work Practice II (Spring 2026)"

The School of Education seeks an instructor to teach SWK 602 M001: Fundamentals of Social Work Practice II (3 credits).

Description: Design, implementation, and evaluation of intervention strategies in social work practice. Intervention with individuals, families, and groups in the context of agencies, organizations, and communities.

This course is designed to help students understand how programs, organizations, systems, and communities shape service accessibility and delivery in the context of practice. It is also designed to prompt students to think about how to identify factors influencing clients/constituents and act strategically within these institutions to advance social justice. This course examines the strengths of diverse communities in relation to best practices. Attention is given to assessing community and organizational assets and needs, as well as engaging in policy advocacy. Building upon Social Work Practice I, students will use class discussion, exercises, and projects to develop the knowledge necessary to apply macro skills in their social work practice.

Qualifications: MSW with previous online graduate-level social work teaching experience preferred. Candidate must have two years post-masters experience.

Responsibilities: Developing and/or updating a class syllabus. Preparation of lectures, projects, or other student assignments. Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours. Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course. Meeting all designated class periods. Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations. Grading student assignments and exams in timely manner. Completion and submission of CSWE competency-based student outcomes for department assessment/accreditation. Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations. Building a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

Application Instructions: Please submit a resume/CV and cover letter.