"Temporary, Part-Time Social Work Instructor - (Unsolicited)"

The School of Social Work is accepting applications for part-time instructor responsible for teaching social work courses at either the BASW, MSW, and/or DSW level. The School of Social Work, in the College of Education and Human Services, is comprised of 13 faculty members, 1 Field Director, 1 support staff, and approximately 425 students (in fall 2023). The School of Social Work offers degree programs across all three levels (BASW, MSW, DSW), dual degrees in MSW/MSEM (Emergency Management) and MSW/MEd Sport Management, post BASW and post MSW Certificate and Certification programs including the School Social Work and Home and School Visitor Certifications, and minors in Gerontology and Social Justice.

In addition to teaching, there is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment.

The purpose of this posting is to generate a pool of qualified faculty. Applications submitted will be reviewed on an as needed basis based on enrollment. Anyone meeting the qualifications may be contacted for an interview and potentially hired when a need exists. In the event that you are interviewed but not immediately hired, your application will remain in the departments pool of qualified faculty.

A complete application will include: Cover letter describing qualifications for the position, Current curriculum vitae or professional resume, Copies of registrar-issued transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress, Two letters of professional reference dated within the last 12 months. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials far enough in advance of the closing date to allow time for their references to respond. If you choose to provide additional documentation, please upload these items as optional documents.

Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 10 public universities of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students' success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,000 students to find their path. Approximately one thousand graduate students enroll in 21 master's and three doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.

At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence are an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

The State System Employee Benefits Summary for faculty can be found at: https://www.passhe.edu/hr/benefits/documents/benefit-summaries/sshe-summary.pdf

Required Qualifications: Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited social work program, Minimum two-years post MSW social work practice experience for anyone teaching social work practice courses, Evidence of ability to successfully teach diverse student populations, Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills, Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Successful interview, Successful teaching demonstration for class teaching assignments, Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications: PhD or ABD in social work, Prior college-level teaching experience, Experience teaching electronically facilitated courses.

Essential Functions: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment and/or fully online. Ability to: sit or stand while teaching, speak clearly, communicate via writing exceptionally well, understand verbal communication (read and understand verbal messages), use construction tools safely, move to and from campus buildings, offices, classrooms and stage areas, climb ladders, stoop or bend to pick things up, lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds without assistance, lift student paper bundles, small boxes, scene shop equipment and materials, occasionally lift/pull/push heavier items with assistance, Teach courses face-to-face and online if necessary at the higher education level using lectures, demonstrations, class discussion, using online tools and/or equipment and/or other appropriate tools appropriate modes of education delivery, Able to record and calculate grades, prepare course outline and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, engage in the selection of appropriate textbooks and other teaching aids necessary to the delivery of instruction, Use computer for email, obtain information on websites, prepare class documents, grade papers, submit final grades online and other duties related to teaching and advising students and serving the department, college, university and community, No or very limited exposure to physical risks, Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.