Adjunct Faculty, Department of Graduate Social Work

Kean University; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 23,436 - 24,831; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enrollment in state retirement plan

Eligibility for Part-Time State Health Benefits

Additional benefits under university policy

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach graduate-level courses in Social Work at Kean University's Union campus. The role involves developing course content and maintaining instructional quality.

Applicants must have a Master's degree in Social Work or a related field, prior teaching experience, and proficiency in a Learning Management System. Compensation starts at $2,100 per credit, with benefits available under university policy.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work required; ABD, Ed.D., Ph.D. encouraged.
• Teaching experience in Graduate Social Work is necessary.
• Proficiency in a Learning Management System is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver course content for assigned courses.
• Provide weekly availability outside the classroom.
• Schedule office hours in person or virtually.

Skills

Teaching experience in Graduate Social Work

Proficiency in a Learning Management System

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Adjunct Faculty – Graduate Social Work

College of Health Professions and Human Services, Department of Graduate Social Work, Kean University – Union campus.

Position Overview

Teach graduate-level courses in Social Work, including Generalist Practice, Integrative Seminar, Human Behavior in a Social Environment, and Research Methods. Teaching format is primarily in-person; learning management system proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver course content for assigned courses.
• Provide at least one hour of availability outside the classroom per week per course taught (three or four credits), additional thirty minutes per additional course; less than three credits requires at least thirty minutes per week.
• Schedule office hours in person or virtually to meet student needs.
• Use University Learning Management System for course materials and communications.
• Maintain instructional quality and adhere to university guidelines.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (or related field) required; ABD, Ed.D., Ph.D., or other acceptable doctorate encouraged.
• Teaching experience in Graduate Social Work, unless otherwise indicated.
• Proficiency in a Learning Management System.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Teaching Load and Availability

• Adjuncts teaching three or four credit courses must provide at least one hour weekly availability per course.
• Additional courses: thirty minutes per course.
• Adjuncts teaching fewer than three credits must provide at least thirty minutes of availability weekly.
• Optional additional office hours may be provided at discretion.

Compensation

• Effective September 2025: $2,100 per credit.
• Effective September 2026: $2,225 per credit.
• After 13th semester taught, adjuncts receive an additional $75 per credit.

Benefits

• Enrollment in state-administered retirement plan when eligible.
• Eligibility to enroll in Part‑Time State Health Benefits Program for medical and prescription drug coverage.
• Additional benefits available under university policy.

Application Requirements

• Cover letter indicating availability for days, evenings, weekends, and preferred campus location.
• Resume.
• Contact information for three professional references.
• Official transcripts required before appointment.

Internal Applicants

Current Kean University employees should apply via the internal career site using Workday to ensure consideration as an internal candidate.

EEO/AA Statement

Kean University is an Equal Opportunity /affirmative action /Veterans /Disability employer.