Temporary Core Faculty in Social Work
About The Position
Lesley University is seeking a full-time, nine-month Temporary Core Faculty in Social Work to join our Social Work department. The successful candidate will serve as a dynamic and dedicated educator with expertise in teaching courses focused on social work theories and direct practice. The Temporary Core Faculty member will teach a variety of courses such as Practicum, Social Policy, and DSM Diagnosis, along with practice-based courses across both the Bachelor’s and Master’s of Social Work programs. In addition to teaching responsibilities, this position involves providing proactive and holistic academic advising and mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students, including supporting them as they develop their academic plans and professional goals. The Temporary Core Faculty member will also contribute to the broader academic community through participation in departmental meetings, service on university committees, and engagement in scholarly and/or creative activities that advance knowledge within their area of expertise.
Requirements
- PhD or terminal degree in Social Work or a closely related field.
- Proven experience teaching at the undergraduate level.
- Student-centered pedagogical approach that emphasizes experiential learning.
- Evidence of scholarly engagement, including publications, presentations, or other professional contributions in social work or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.
- Demonstrated ability to foster an inclusive, equitable, and supportive learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Teach courses focused on social work theories and direct practice.
- Teach Practicum, Social Policy, and DSM Diagnosis.
- Teach practice-based courses across both Bachelor’s and Master’s of Social Work programs.
- Provide academic advising and mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students.
- Support students in developing academic plans and professional goals.
- Participate in departmental meetings.
- Serve on university committees.
- Engage in scholarly and/or creative activities that advance knowledge within their area of expertise.
Benefits
- health insurance
- dental insurance
- life insurance
- long-term disability insurance
- significant paid time off
- generous retirement plan
- tuition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
