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Virginia Department of Human Resource Management lists this BSW/MSW ON-CAMPUS Instructor- School of Social Work opportunity in richmond, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
BSW/MSW On-Campus Instructor - School of Social Work
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, and various elective topics.
Position Responsibilities for Community Embedded Teaching:
Deliver high-quality instruction during weekly in-person classes on the Richmond, VA campus
Utilize VCU's 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
Other duties as assigned
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, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU
This is a part-time, non-benefited appointment Salary: $4,626 (3 credits) $1,542 per credit hour
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 Master's 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 NASW Code of Ethics
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Worksite address
richmond, VA, 23214, US
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