Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is seeking qualified candidates for an On-Campus Adjunct Faculty position in Social Work within the School of Social Work. This position offers opportunities to teach in the on-campus modalities of the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) programs, across a variety of subjects, including: human behavior in the social environment, research, generalist/clinical/macro practice, policy, social justice, and various elective topics.
Position Responsibilities for Community Embedded Teaching:
● Deliver high-quality instruction during weekly in-person classes on the Richmond, VA campus
● Utilize VCU’s learning management system, Canvas
●Prepare weekly lesson plans to facilitate effective learning experiences
●Hold weekly office hours to provide guidance and support to students
●Engage with students in a timely manner, utilizing excellent written and oral communication skills
●Provide feedback and grades to students promptly
●Fulfill additional duties as required while teaching in our Programs
●Adhere to all Virginia Commonwealth University and School of Social Work policies
This is a part-time, non-benefited appointment
Salary: $4,470 (3 credits) $1,490 per credit hour
Application Process:
To apply for this position, please submit the following documents along with answers to the questions in the application:
● A cover letter expressing your subject-matter expertise and your qualifications for teaching (required)
● Current curriculum vitae (CV) highlighting relevant educational and professional experiences (required)
● Contact information for two professional references (required)
● Clinical licensure (if applicable)
Please note the following details:
● Your application will become part of the Talent pool, which will be accessed only when an opening arises. If a suitable opening becomes available, we will review your qualifications
● Please be aware that we are unable to hire applicants who are not already in the Talent pool
Required Qualifications:
● A minimum of a Master's degree in Social Work or a related field
● Demonstrated expertise and experience in the field of social work or a related field- two years post-graduate degree is preferred
● Teaching experience, preferably in higher education, with a focus on social work education or a related field
● Strong interpersonal and communication skills
● Ability to effectively engage with a diverse student population
● Clinical licensure is required for certain courses
● Commitment to adhering to Virginia Commonwealth University and School of Social Work policies
● Commitment to adhering to the NASW Code of Ethics
● Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU
Salary Range: $4,470 (3 credits) $1,490 per credit hour
Position Details:
Department:
Employment Type: AJ - Adjunct
Restricted Status: No
FTE: various
Exemption Status: Exempt