Assistant Professor, Master's of Social Work

Bellevue University•Work from Home, NE, US, NE

3d•$65,000 - $80,000•Remote

About The Position

Bellevue University seeks a dedicated and collaborative Assistant Professor to join its Master of Social Work (MSW) program. This is a full-time, at-will faculty position focused primarily on teaching, student engagement, and service to the program, university, and profession. The standard teaching load is nine courses per academic year, alongside service, program development, and continuous-improvement responsibilities. The successful candidate will contribute to a high-quality, student-centered MSW program that prepares ethical, reflective, and competent social work practitioners aligned with Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) competencies. Courses may be delivered online, in hybrid formats, or on-ground, depending on program needs. The position works from an approved remote office, and the candidate must currently reside in the United States. Faculty responsibilities also include contributing to program assessment and accreditation-related activities, advising and mentoring students as assigned, maintaining professional competence, and engaging in ongoing professional development, scholarship, or practice-related activities. The yearly salary ranges from $65,000 to $80,000. Full-time faculty benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan, and tuition remission.

Requirements

Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program.
At least two years of post-MSW professional social work practice experience.
Demonstrated commitment to social work values, ethics, and social justice.
Strong teaching, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to teach effectively in an online learning environment or willingness to complete required training.
Must currently reside in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree in social work (DSW or PhD) or a closely related field.
Prior teaching experience in higher education, preferably in an MSW program.
Experience in areas aligned with program needs, such as clinical practice, trauma-informed care, supervision, policy, research, leadership, or field education.
Experience with curriculum development, assessment, or accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

Teach graduate-level MSW courses consistent with an assigned workload of nine courses per academic year.
Deliver instruction aligned with the approved curriculum, course objectives, and CSWE EPAS competencies.
Use inclusive, evidence-informed, and engaging instructional strategies appropriate for graduate social work education.
Integrate theory, research, policy, and practice across micro, mezzo, and macro levels.
Assess student learning using established assignments, rubrics, and grading standards.
Provide timely, constructive, and developmentally appropriate feedback to students.
Maintain accurate academic records and meet grading and reporting deadlines.
Teach online, hybrid, or on-ground courses as determined by program needs.
Participate in MSW program meetings, committees, and curriculum development initiatives.
Contribute to program assessment, accreditation-related activities, and continuous quality improvement.
Engage in student advising, mentoring, and support as assigned.
Participate in university service, including committees, task forces, or faculty governance.
Collaborate with colleagues to support program growth, innovation, and mission alignment.
Maintain professional competence and knowledge of current trends in social work education and practice.
Uphold the NASW Code of Ethics and Bellevue University policies.
Engage in ongoing professional development, scholarship, or practice-related activities consistent with the role.