About The Position
Capella University offers two learning formats, FlexPath and GuidedPath, to provide a flexible and affordable way for working professionals to earn a degree designed to fit into their life. Our GuidedPath learning format offers asynchronous 10-week courses, with 3 weeks in between each quarter for faculty to grade and prepare for the next quarter. Learners have deadlines to stay on track to review materials, understand topics, and develop consistent study habits. Faculty help learners progress by guiding courseroom discussions and providing feedback on assignments. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assignments are on an ongoing basis according to expertise and school needs. Utilize your professional expertise to provide high-quality instruction from a pre-designed curriculum. Mentor doctoral learners and participate in doctoral committees. Utilize your professional expertise to provide relevant feedback and ensure successful completion. Be available within 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) by phone, email, and in the courseroom to ensure learners receive quality feedback in a timely manner to support their academic success. Travel within the US to participate in doctoral residencies. Utilize the online learning platform to enrich the learning experience. Establish high standards and ensure learners understand how they will be evaluated. Adhere to University policies and procedures. Attend faculty meetings, workshops, and training as required. Participate in other activities based on university needs.
Requirements
- Demonstrated knowledge of academic evaluation.
- Effectively communicate with all levels of the University.
- Proficiency in oral presentation skills, planning and organizing of course objectives.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of academic technology.
- Strong computer skills.
- Ability to manage potentially stressful situations in a professional and ethical manner.
- Professional experience in the discipline with a minimum of two years for undergraduate level and three years required for graduate level.
- Research, scholarship, or achievement in the discipline required for graduate-level; in addition, at the doctoral level, experience with how to conduct and oversee research in the discipline required.
- A master’s degree from an accredited Council on Social Work Education and a regionally accredited program is required.
- Holds a doctorate for three years from an accredited institution in social work or a closely related area, including human services, psychology, counseling, sociology, or education, is required
- The successful candidate must hold a master's level social work license and obtain, at a minimum, graduate-level Social Work licensure in the State of Minnesota upon hire (including passing the ASWB exam with their current graduate-level license) required.
- Must be able to travel occasionally within the US should a business need arise (including doctoral residencies, site visits, etc.).
- Faculty and Federal Work Study roles require access to work in a setting that enables meeting all requirements of the role (including computer, privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
- Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem-solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
- Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs a warrant.
- Able to access information using a computer.
Nice To Haves
- Three years of teaching experience preferred.
- Knowledge of qualitative and action research preferred.
Responsibilities
- Utilize your professional expertise to provide high-quality instruction from a pre-designed curriculum.
- Mentor doctoral learners and participate in doctoral committees.
- Utilize your professional expertise to provide relevant feedback and ensure successful completion.
- Be available within 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) by phone, email, and in the courseroom to ensure learners receive quality feedback in a timely manner to support their academic success.
- Travel within the US to participate in doctoral residencies.
- Utilize the online learning platform to enrich the learning experience.
- Establish high standards and ensure learners understand how they will be evaluated.
- Adhere to University policies and procedures.
- Attend faculty meetings, workshops, and training as required.
- Participate in other activities based on university needs.
Benefits
- SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts.
- Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
