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

Job Summary/Basic Function

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.

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.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and working with diverse student populations.
• 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, move to and from campus buildings, offices, classrooms and stage areas. Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds without 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. 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.