Adjunct Faculty Pool

The University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington School of Social Work seeks qualified candidates for part-time adjunct faculty in BSW and MSW programs. Courses may be in-person or online across multiple campus locations, including main campus and West.

Teaching may include diverse content areas and modalities. Minimum qualifications include an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and at least two years of post-MS W practice; a doctoral degree is preferred for graduate-level teaching.

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited program required for undergrad courses; two years post-MS W practice experience.
• Doctoral degree in social work or related field preferred; MSW required with relevant graduate preparation and teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned social work courses in face-to-face and/or online modalities.
• Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction.
• Maintain regular communication with students and hold appropriate office hours.
• Use Canvas and related technologies to support instruction and engagement.
• Provide timely, substantive feedback and complete grading and documentation on time.
• Support student mastery of social work knowledge, ethics, and CSWE competencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching

Online instruction

Education

MSW (CSWE-accredited)

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Job Summary

The UTA School of Social Work seeks qualified candidates for part-time adjunct faculty in the Bachelor of Social Work ( BSW ) and Master of Social Work ( MSW ) programs. Adjunct faculty contribute to the School's mission by preparing students for ethical, evidence-informed, and professionally responsive social work practice.

Teaching assignments may include in-person and/or online courses at the UTA main campus, UTA West, or through online delivery, depending on program needs, enrollment, modality, and candidate expertise. Course assignments may vary by semester and may include courses in human behavior in the social environment, research, generalist, clinical, and macro practice, policy, field-related content, and elective topics.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis as teaching needs arise.

Required Qualifications

Minimum educational requirements for undergraduate level courses: Master of Social Work ( MSW ) degree from a CSWE -accredited program. A minimum of two years of post- MSW professional social work practice experience.

Minimum educational requirements for graduate level courses: Doctoral degree in social work or a related field preferred; MSW degree from a CSWE -accredited program required, with relevant graduate-level preparation, teaching expertise, and significant professional practice experience appropriate to the assigned course.

Preferred Qualifications

• DSW , PhD, or other relevant doctoral degree
• Prior teaching experience in BSW or MSW education
• Experience teaching online, asynchronous, or face-to-face courses
• Experience using Canvas or another learning management system
• Professional social work licensure where applicable
• Demonstrated expertise in assigned content areas and experience providing timely and constructive student feedback
• Commitment to ethical, effective, and student-centered teaching

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Teach assigned social work course(s) in face-to-face and/or online modalities using approved syllabi, course learning outcomes, and program expectations.

• Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction
• Maintain regular communication with students and hold office hours appropriate to the course modality
• Use Canvas and other instructional technologies effectively to support instruction and student engagement
• Provide timely, substantive feedback and submit grades and required course documentation by established deadlines
• Support student mastery of social work knowledge, values, ethics, and competencies consistent with CSWE accreditation expectations and the goals of the BSW and MSW programs
• Incorporate current social work practice knowledge, ethical standards, and evidence-informed approaches into assigned courses
• Participate in required orientation, training, or program meetings related to adjunct teaching responsibilities

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to teach and support undergraduate and graduate students; ability to maintain clear and professional learning environments; knowledge of social work ethics, competencies, and evidence-informed practice; skill in online instruction; ability to use Canvas and related technologies effectively; ability to provide clear, timely, and constructive feedback; and ability to meet course deadlines and administrative requirements.