SOCIAL WORK PROGRAM COORDINATOR / FACULTY

Tennessee Board of Regents•Cleveland, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland State Community College is seeking a Social Work Program Coordinator / Faculty member for a 9/10-month tenure-track position. This role involves providing high-quality instruction, student advising, and program development within the Social Work department. The coordinator will ensure alignment with CSWE standards, support community partners and field supervisors, and strengthen pathways for student transfer into BSW programs. The college is committed to providing open access and quality education, and seeks individuals with similar values.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Social Work with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in qualifying coursework.
Valid driver’s license.
Demonstrated knowledge of effective instructional practices and the ability to perform the responsibilities expected of a college-level instructor.
Knowledge of the mission, role, and functions of a comprehensive community college.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
Ability to support student success through advising, student engagement, assessment activities, and participation in academic or institutional committees.
Ability to develop, coordinate, or support educational and professional development opportunities for students, faculty, and staff.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and the ability to create documents, manage data, prepare reports, and support daily operations.
Demonstrated competency in the use and operation of instructional equipment and technologies relevant to the discipline.
Knowledge of available instructional media resources and their effective application in teaching and learning.
Proficiency in computer-related skills necessary for job performance, including instructional and administrative technologies.

Nice To Haves

Social work practice experience
Higher education teaching experience
Experience with alternative instructional delivery methods, including hybrid, online, interactive, or other technology-supported teaching formats.

Responsibilities

Plan and teach classes as assigned in accordance with course descriptions, course syllabi, departmental guidelines, and approved instructional formats, including on-site instruction throughout the college’s five-county service area and online delivery as applicable.
Fulfill all instructional requirements required by Cleveland State Community College and the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR).
Remain current in the instructional field and in effective teaching methodologies.
Devote a minimum of 37.5 hours per week to the institution, maintain appropriate office hours, and obtain approval for any commitments that may affect employment responsibilities.
Be accessible to students for advising, academic assistance, and support based on the instructional format.
Participate in institutional and academic unit meetings.
Maintain and safeguard all required records and report grades as prescribed by the Registrar.
Comply with Cleveland State Community College and Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) policies and procedures.
Participate in division, student, and academic year evaluations as required by the college.
Support and participate in the college’s recruitment and retention efforts.
Meet program core competencies established by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and support student achievement of credentialing standards required by CSWE-accredited four-year Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) programs.
Maintain and update field education partnerships and coordinate field education orientation for all Social Work students.
Evaluate student performance using a variety of course assessment strategies while maintaining and safeguarding all required academic records.
Collect, analyze, and report student learning outcome data, in collaboration with Institutional Research (IR), to support Assessment of Academic Achievement and Curriculum (AOAC) processes.
Represent Cleveland State Community College in social work education by participating in local and regional advisory groups and professional meetings, including but not limited to SETNIAC (Southeast Tennessee Interagency Council), the UTC College of Social Work Advisory Council, the SAU (Southern Adventist University) College of Social Work Advisory Council, and the Bradley County Schools CTE (Career and Technical Education) Human Services Advisory Council.
Build and sustain partnerships with local schools, community organizations, and stakeholders through marketing initiatives, advisory board participation, field placement coordination, and student recruitment events.
Perform public service and community engagement activities consistent with the institution’s mission and service area.
Support, promote, and serve as an advisor to campus clubs, student organizations, and other related student activities as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/H.S.A.
Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in health)
Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Longevity Pay
Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401k with $50 match, 403b, and 457
Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays/Year
Sick and Annual Leave
Sick Leave Bank
State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants