BSW/MSW Adjunct ON-CAMPUS Instructor, School of Social Work

Benefits --------

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Unit: School of Social Work -------------------------

Department: School of Social Work -----------------------------

BSW Program or MSW Program -------------------------

Duties & Responsibilities -------------------------

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is seeking qualified candidates for an On-Campus Adjunct Faculty position in Social Work within the School of Social Work. This position offers opportunities to teach in the on-campus modalities of the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) programs across a variety of subjects, including:

• Human behavior in the social environment
• Research
• Generalist
• Clinical
• Macro practice
• Policy
• Social justice
• Various elective topics

Position Responsibilities for Community Embedded Teaching ---------------------------------------------------------

• Deliver high-quality instruction during weekly in-person classes on the Richmond, VA campus
• Utilize VCUs learning management system, Canvas
• Prepare weekly lesson plans to facilitate effective learning experiences
• Hold weekly office hours to provide guidance and support to students
• Engage with students in a timely manner utilizing excellent written and oral communication skills
• Provide feedback and grades to students promptly
• Fulfill additional duties as required while teaching in our programs
• Adhere to all Virginia Commonwealth University and School of Social Work policies

Application Process ------------------

To apply for this position, please submit the following documents along with answers to the questions in the application:

• A cover letter expressing your subject-matter expertise and your qualifications for teaching required
• Current curriculum vitae (CV) highlighting relevant educational and professional experiences required
• Contact information for two professional references required
• Clinical licensure if applicable

Please note the following details:

• Your application will become part of the Talent pool, which will be accessed only when an opening arises. If a suitable opening becomes available, we will review your qualifications.
• Please be aware that we are unable to hire applicants who are not already in the Talent pool.

Required Qualifications ----------------------

• A minimum of a Masters degree in Social Work or a related field
• Demonstrated expertise and experience in the field of social work or a related field (two years post-graduate degree is preferred)
• Teaching experience preferably in higher education with a focus on social work education or a related field
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to effectively engage with a diverse student population
• Clinical licensure is required for certain courses
• Commitment to adhering to Virginia Commonwealth University and School of Social Work policies
• Commitment to adhering to the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences

Salary Range ------------

• $4,470 per 3 credits per hour

FLSA Exemption Status ----------------------

• Exempt
• Restricted Position
• No
• Flexible Work Arrangement
• In-person on-campus
• Rank: Instructor
• Tenure: Ineligible
• Months: Fall Semester, Spring Semester, Summer