Adjunct Faculty Pool Social Work

5 days ago

Amherst, Massachusetts, United States Daemen University Full time

Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing, diverse, and interconnected world.

The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation. Daemen University is going beyond instrumental needs to foster the development of individuals who are dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities.

Purpose of Role

The Daemen University Social Work and Sociology Department Program invites applications for part-time adjunct faculty positions to teach undergraduate- and graduate-level social work courses. Adjunct instructors are needed to teach in a variety of content areas across the MSW curriculum, including generalist and advanced social work practice, human behavior in the social environment, social policy, and research methods. Opportunities to provide elective courses on various populations, issues, or treatment modalities, as well as supervision to students in field practicums are also available. Courses may be offered in-person, online, or in hybrid formats, depending on department needs.



About This Opportunity

Joining our Social Work & Sociology team, the Adjunct Faculty Positions will be responsible for the following:

Deliver high-quality instruction in alignment with Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) competencies and program learning outcomes;Deliver course content in accordance with provided master syllabi and departmental standards;Facilitate class discussions, experiential learning activities, and student engagement;Maintain regular communication with students and respond to inquiries within a reasonable timeframe;Identify students in need of academic and/or other supports;Evaluate and provide timely, constructive feedback on student performance;Submit grades and required documentation in accordance with university policies; andCollaborate with administrators and faculty to ensure academic consistency and quality.$3000 per course for Undergraduate Faculty$3500 per course for Graduate Faculty

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited programMinimum of two years post-MSW professional experience Demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of social work education Commitment to culturally responsive, anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and evidence-informed teaching practices Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Licensure (LMSW, LCSW) in applicable jurisdictionDoctorate in social work or a related field (e.g., DSW, PhD)Prior teaching experience in higher education, particularly in graduate-level social work programsExperience with online teaching and learning platforms (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, Zoom)Experience with diverse student populations including first generation students a plus

Compensation:

Adjunct faculty are compensated on a per-course basis, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Daemen University strongly encourages all campus community members to get vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster vaccine.

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