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

Millersville University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time instructor for their School of Social Work. This role involves teaching social work courses at various academic levels and contributing to scholarship and service. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work and demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion while effectively engaging with a diverse student body. Join a vibrant academic community dedicated to student success and excellence in education. If you are passionate about social work education and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required for all teaching positions.
• Minimum two-years post MSW social work practice experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach social work courses at BASW, MSW, and/or DSW levels.
• Engage in scholarship and service related to the position.

Skills

Excellent oral communication skills

Excellent written communication skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Ability to teach diverse student populations

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

PhD or ABD in Social Work

Job description

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Classification

Classification Instructor - 24900

Position Summary Information

Nature of position: Temporary, part-time

Job Summary/Basic Function

The School of Social Work is accepting applications for a 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 department's 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.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials far enough in advance of the closing date to allow time for their references to respond. If you choose to provide additional documentation, please upload these items as optional documents.

Please do not link your application to the position until you have uploaded all of the required documents and any optional documents you want to provide. You will not be able to change the materials submitted or upload any new additional materials after the application process has been completed and you receive a confirmation number.

Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 10 public universities of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students’ success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,000 students to find their path. Approximately one thousand graduate students enroll in 21 master’s and three doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.

At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence are an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

Minimum 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.
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Successful interview.
• Successful teaching demonstration for class teaching assignments.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD or ABD in social work.
• Experience teaching electronically facilitated courses.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion statement.

Supplemental Questions

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