School of Social Work Part-time Lecturer Pool

CSU Careers•San Bernardino, CA

About The Position

California State University, San Bernardino’s School of Social Work seeks part-time lecturers to teach bachelor’s- and master’s-level courses in micro practice, macro practice, human behavior in the social environment, research methods, and practicum seminars. Teaching may take place at the San Bernardino or Palm Desert campus, or in the online master’s program. Instructors must reside in California. This is a temporary lecturer pool from which the department makes appointments as needed. Staffing decisions are made on a rolling basis, typically beginning a few months before an academic term and continuing up to its start. Applicants are encouraged to apply at least four months before the term they wish to teach. Candidates are expected to meet traditional standards of excellence in teaching. Salary is commensurate with experience and the percentage of time appointed; the listed monthly salary ranges vary by lecturer rank. The position is designated as a mandated reporter under California law. A satisfactory background check is required before employment begins. The campus is smoke- and tobacco-free.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in social work or a related field.
  • Two years of post-master’s degree work experience.
  • Evidence of teaching effectiveness.
  • Experience working with diverse populations and community partners.
  • Must reside in California.
  • Comply with mandated-reporter requirements under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and CSU Executive Order 1083.
  • Successfully complete the required background check before starting work.

Nice To Haves

  • Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program or a doctoral degree in social work at the time of employment.
  • A PhD for candidates interested in teaching research methods courses.
  • An LCSW and five years of clinical social work experience for candidates interested in teaching micro practice or practicum seminar.
  • Evidence of scholarly activity, publication, and innovation.
  • Evidence of exemplary graduate-level teaching and program-level leadership experience.

Responsibilities

  • Teach bachelor’s- and master’s-level courses in micro practice, macro practice, human behavior in the social environment, research methods, and practicum seminars, as assigned.
  • Deliver instruction at the San Bernardino or Palm Desert campus, or in the online master’s program.
  • Meet traditional requirements for excellence in teaching.
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