Adjunct Faculty - Master of Social Work (Remote)

UMass Global; United States; Remote; USD 3,500 - 3,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote options and flexible schedules

Retirement plan (403b)

Tuition discounts

Job summary

UMass Global is seeking a remote adjunct for the School of Health and Behavioral Sciences to teach Master of Social Work courses. This fully remote role offers scheduling flexibility while maintaining adherence to deadlines and institutional policies.

Ideal candidates hold an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program with at least two years of university teaching, readiness for synchronous sessions across time zones, and experience with LMS and field placement software.

Qualifications

• MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program; 2 years of university teaching experience.
• Ability to hold synchronous sessions across multiple time zones.

Responsibilities

• Teaching duties, mentoring, or supervising students.
• Delivering course content, engaging with students in discussion boards, and grading and providing detailed feedback on assignments.
• Collaborating with faculty or staff within the social work department including timely response to department emails.
• Utilizing LMS, video platforms, and field placement tracking software.
• Attending required meetings, training, or development sessions.
• If teaching field seminar, liaison with practicum agencies and supervisors on a regular basis to ensure student success in field practicum.

Skills

MSW degree

Teaching experience

Synchronous sessions across time zones

Education

MSW from CSWE-accredited program

Tools

LMS

Video platforms

Field placement tracking software

Job description

ABOUT US

University of Massachusetts Global is a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, created to help working adults change their lives through flexible, high-quality education built for real life. Regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the Best Online Programs for 13 consecutive years (2013–2025), the university has a long track record of online innovation. Students across 49 states and internationally can upskill, reskill, and move forward without putting life on hold through technology-enabled, real-world learning. With 55+fully online, career-focused programs designed around the realities of work, family, and constant change, we remain ever-focused on developing future-ready learners who can thrive in a rapidly shifting world.

This position is open to candidates who currently reside in one of the following approved states from which the role may be performed remotely: Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.

ABOUT THE ROLE

School of Health and Behavioral Sciences Adjunct Faculty - Master of Social Work

Position Overview: This is a fully remote position that offers flexibility in scheduling but requires adherence to course deadlines and institutional policies. Remote adjuncts must have reliable internet access and a dedicated workspace to effectively manage teaching responsibilities. This role is ideal for experienced professionals seeking to contribute to higher education while maintaining the flexibility of remote work. Applicants will be hired to teach didactic and field education courses within the MSW programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching duties, mentoring, or supervising students.
• Delivering course content, engaging with students in discussion boards, and grading and providing detailed feedback on assignments.
• Collaborating with faculty or staff within the social work department including timely response to department emails.
• Utilizing specific technologies or tools (e.g., LMS, video platforms, field placement tracking software).
• Attending required meetings, training, or development sessions.
• If teaching field seminar, liaison with practicum agencies and supervisors on a regular basis to ensure student success in field practicum.

Required Qualifications

• A Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program is required plus 2 year teaching experience in a university setting
• Available to hold synchronous sessions or supplemental supervision for MSW students across various time zones.

Preferred Qualifications

• Online Teaching Experience (2 year or more)
• Field Seminar Instruction Experience (2 year or more)
• Experience supervising students in their field practicum and working with agency supervisors (1 year or more)
• Experience teaching in the following areas will be given preference: clinical social work, research methods, and field practicum

Work Environment

A remote adjunct work environment is a flexible, virtual setting where instructors deliver course content, engage with students, and fulfill academic responsibilities from a remote location. This environment typically relies on digital communication tools, learning management systems (LMS), and virtual collaboration platforms to facilitate teaching and interaction.

Compensation

The following salary range reflects compensation paid for a 3-unit course (101.25 hours) and varies based on the faculty member’s course assignment. 3-unit Lecture Course: The hiring range for this position is $3456.00 to $3856.00. Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to; geographical location, knowledge, skills, and experience.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

Work-Life Balance

Remote options and flexible schedules.

Retirement

403(b) plan with a Roth option.

Education

Tuition discounts.

Equal Employment Opportunity – UMass Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form.

UMass Global prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of age, race (including hairstyle/texture, protective hairstyles, braids, locks, and twists), color, religion (including religious observance, belief, practice dress and grooming practices), citizenship, pregnancy (including temporary physical or mental limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, legally-protected medical condition, military (past, present or prospective) status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, State or Federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation – UMass Global provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the recruitment department at [e-mail].

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Team members enjoy competitive benefits and resources that support their wellbeing, professional growth, and work–life integration. Many roles offer flexible or remote-friendly arrangements that reflect the same real-life adaptability we provide our students.

Equal Opportunity

UMass Global is committed to an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.