Lecturer - Social Work (Pool)
CU Colorado Springs
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Job summary
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) seeks to establish and maintain an ongoing pool of lecturer applications for the Social Work programs. This part-time, non-tenure track pool supports undergraduate and occasional graduate teaching, with courses offered in various formats including day, evening, hybrid and online.
Minimum qualifications include an MSW (CSWE-accredited) with two years of post‑MSW practice for practice courses or a PhD/DSW/MSW for non‑practice courses; teaching
Qualifications
- MSW must be CSWE-accredited with relevant social work practice experience.
- For non-practice courses a related master's degree or higher is required.
- Teaching in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate social work courses; occasional graduate courses may occur.
- Prepare syllabi and implement CSWE accreditation expectations.
- Manage student grades in the learning management system and adapt to scheduling.
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Job description
Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Lecturer to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students.
At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery-a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.
$1,300 / credit hour. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.
On-Site
The College of Public Service at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) invites applications to establish and maintain an ongoing pool of lecturer applications from which future appointments to temporary, non-tenure track positions for the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) programs will be made.
The UCCS Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education's Commission on Accreditation. Accreditation of a baccalaureate or master's social work program by the Council on Social Work Education's Commission on Accreditation indicates that it meets or exceeds criteria for assessing program quality evaluated through a peer review process. An accredited program has sufficient resources to meet its mission and goals. The Commission on Accreditation has verified that it complies with all sections of the Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards. Accreditation applies to all program sites and program delivery methods of an accredited program. Accreditation provides reasonable assurance about the quality of the program and the competence of students graduating from the program. For more information about social work accreditation, you may contact Accreditation.
This is a part-time lecturer position, and appointments are made on a semester-by-semester basis. The person in this position will primarily teach undergraduate-level courses in Social Work, with the possibility of occasional course assignments at the graduate level as needed.
The successful candidate will be prepared to teach required courses within the Social Work major including but not limited to: Introduction to Social Work; Social Work Research; Human Behavior and the Social Environment; Contemporary Issues in Social and Public Policy; Social Work Practice with Individuals, Families, and Groups; and/or Social Work Practice with Organizations and Communities. Course offerings include day and evening classes as well as the ability to teach in a variety of formats (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, and online).
Duties include preparing syllabi, conceptualizing development, teaching tasks in accordance with Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accreditation, and management of student course grades in the learning management system.
Please note that we will contact qualified individuals as needed to teach classes. This posting is to create a pool of applicants to draw from when teaching opportunities arise. The pool is not reviewed on a regular basis.
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.
This is an evergreen Lecturer Pool for the Social Work Department in the College of Public Service at UCCS. Applications will be reviewed on a semester-by-semester basis as business needs arise.
- Priority Application Dates
- Fall Semester: May 1
- Spring Semester: October 1
- Summer Semester: March 1
- Interview Dates: Candidates whose qualifications match specific course openings may be contacted for interviews at any time as hiring needs arise.
- Potential Start Dates: Employment start dates will vary based on course scheduling needs and will align with the start of the relevant academic semester.
Because this appointment is temporary in nature, you will not be eligible to receive all of the benefits normally provided to faculty under the standard University of Colorado benefits programs. You are not eligible to receive paid vacation leave, medical, or retirement benefits. However, you are eligible to accrue sick leave at 0.034 hours of sick leave per hour worked.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.
- For social work practice courses:
- Must have an MSW degree from a program accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.
- At least two‑years of full‑time post‑MSW social work practice experience or equivalent is required.
- For non‑practice courses:
- Must have a PhD, DSW, MSW, or master's degree in related field.
- Expertise specific to the course subject, as demonstrated by coursework completed (transcript) or relevant work experience (resume) is required.
- At least 9 months of teaching and/or professional training experience in Social Work, or a related discipline is preferred.
- Experience in teaching in a variety of formats (e.g., face‑to‑face, hybrid, and online) is preferred.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.
Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.
Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact.
This position does not include new visa sponsorship for individuals outside the U.S. Candidates must already be in the United States with valid work authorization or an employment‑based visa. The university will not initiate sponsorship for those who do not currently hold a U.S. work visa or authorization. If you already have valid U.S. work authorization or are on a visa that permits employment, we welcome your application.
Applicants should either reside in Colorado or be prepared to relocate within two months of starting employment. We're excited to welcome new team members and will provide support and resources to help make your transition to Colorado as smooth as possible.
Faculty
Colorado Springs
C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40085 - CPS Social Work
Part‑time
Sep 2, 2025
Ongoing
Shannon Johnson
sjohns36@uccs.edu
00785567
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