Adjunct Instructor 1 - Social Work

Ferris State University • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Instructor needed for one or more social work courses on a semester-by-semester basis. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. This posting is used for face to face and/or online instruction. For in-person or hybrid teaching positions, candidates must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment. For courses that are taught 100% online, the candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, or Wisconsin after acceptance of employment.

Requirements

• Candidate must have a Masters in Social Work (MSW).
• At least two years of post-MSW social work practice.
• Applicants must have a Michigan Social Work Licensure upon appointment.
• Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. or related doctorate preferred.
• Evidence of two or more years of teaching experience in social work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaching across both the BSW and MSW curriculum.
• Teach classes in face-to-face, online, remote synchronous delivery, and mixed delivery modes.
• Post and keep regular office hours.
• Administer student course evaluations for every course, every semester.
• Participate in traditional functions which have academic significance (e.g., reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time).
• Demonstrate an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.
• Support, promote, and develop University student enrollment and retention initiatives.
• Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees