Assistant Professor of Social Work (Internal Applicants)

Fort Valley State University • Fort Valley, GA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Professor of Social Work teaches courses in the discipline area of Social Work. The position develops and designs curriculum plans to support student learning, stimulates class discussions, and promotes student engagement. The Assistant Professor provides academic advising and academic support to students, maintains class-related records, and assesses student coursework. The position also collaborates with and supports students and colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities.

Requirements

• MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited social work program.
• Three or more years of experience teaching Social Work in a CSWE-accredited program.
• Considerable teaching experience at the undergraduate level in traditional classroom settings and online.
• State licensure in Social Work, LMSW preferred, with the ability to transfer licensure to Georgia within one year.
• A commitment to student engagement and academic success.
• Ability to communicate effectively, participate in departmental and university activities, and mentor students.
• Ability to interactively engage students to support the development of enhanced critical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• An earned Ph.D. or DSW degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Social Work from an accredited and reputable institution.
• An established research interest with the ability to seek publications in refereed journals and other scholarly sources.

Responsibilities

• Teaches a typical load of 12 semester-hours of undergraduate courses each semester in Social Work in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats.
• Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulates class discussions, and ensures student engagement.
• Provides academic advisement and academic support to students as needed.
• Maintains class-related records and assesses student coursework.
• Collaborates with and supports students and colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities.
• Participates in departmental, college, and university-required activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level