Master of Social Work (Adjunct)

Covista • Remote, REMOTE

4d • $700 - $4,080 • Remote

About The Position

Adjunct faculty members educate Walden University students in a part-time capacity by using online technology and resources to deliver knowledge, information, feedback, and critique through thoughtful, well-written, and timely communications. Faculty are expected to maintain a respectful learning environment and follow Walden University faculty expectations and policies.

Faculty receive training in teaching techniques, the electronic learning platform, university policies and programs, academic integrity assessment, and research supervision. They teach assigned courses through the eCollege platform, interact with students, verify the accuracy of student work, and provide feedback and grades through Blackboard. Faculty must be reasonably accessible to students, publish their availability, and respond to student questions within 48 hours. They may be asked to attend domestic or international residencies, although attendance is not required for part-time faculty.

The role requires a PhD or DSW in the relevant or a closely related field and an MSW from a CSWE-accredited institution. Faculty must maintain required licenses and certifications, stay current with research, and demonstrate a commitment to supporting students in a distance-learning environment. Compensation varies by course type and length: graduate course instruction pays $1,560–$4,080 per quarter or semester, and undergraduate course instruction pays $700–$2,200 per quarter.

Requirements

• PhD or DSW in the field of study or a closely related field, or a degree recognized by a country's Ministry of Education or Council of Higher Education.
• MSW from a CSWE-accredited institution.
• An adequate computer, keyboard, pointing device, and monitor to use an electronic learning platform.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, zip software, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Reliable Internet access and alternate access if primary access becomes unavailable.
• An earned degree from an accredited institution, or one recognized by a country's ministry of education, in the discipline being taught.
• Maintain any required licenses and appropriate certifications.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 years of teaching experience at the degree level of the program.
• At least 2 years of online or technology-enabled instruction experience.
• Two years of post-graduate experience with a license.
• Experience with distance learning.
• A significant record of intellectual and professional contributions to the field, including experience in field practice.
• Commitment to advocating for students' learning and development in a distance-learning environment.
• Teaching, advising, and mentoring experience; commitment to applied research and to recruiting and developing a diverse faculty; strong leadership, communication, teamwork, and human relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses using the eCollege platform and interact with students online.
• Respond to student questions within 48 hours and provide timely, substantive feedback and critiques.
• Verify the accuracy of student postings and submissions and provide feedback and grades through Blackboard.
• Remain reasonably accessible to students and publish availability through course syllabi, instructor information, or other appropriate documents.
• Attend residencies when required; part-time faculty may attend but are not required to do so.
• Comply with university policies and standards and perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain required licenses and certifications.
• Stay current with research by reviewing articles, journals, and presentations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree