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Adjunct Professor of Social Work

Bachelor of Social Work Program

Roberts Wesleyan University invites candidates to apply for an adjunct faculty position in the online-asynchronous Bachelor of Social Work Program.  We seek energetic and engaged adjunct instructors for generalist social work courses in a growing BSW Program. This Roberts degree-completion program provides a flexible format conducive to working adults. Courses are offered in an online-asynchronous format. Courses are eight weeks in duration.

The BSW programs in the Department of Social Work are housed in the School of Education and Social Work on our park-like campus in Rochester, New York, providing the program with the advantages of a suburban setting within a vibrant metropolitan area.

Roberts Wesleyan University is a comprehensive, Christian university of the liberal arts, sciences, and professions serving approximately 1,750 traditional and nontraditional students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University is committed to integrating a Christian worldview with learning in order to prepare thoughtful, spiritually mature, service-oriented people who will help transform society. Roberts believes that all people are created in the image of God and therefore values and affirms human diversity and is committed to providing a supportive environment that promotes awareness of, sensitivity to, and appreciation of human diversity.

In support of the diversity of thought, Roberts offers over 60 undergraduate programs/majors, including 2 associate's programs and 5 bachelor's completion programs, alongside a portfolio of 22 master's and doctoral programs, and 26 online programs, including hybrid options; our first doctoral program launched in 2016.

Responsibilities:

  • Teach a generalist social work course
  • Participate in the assessment of student competencies
  • Prepare course syllabi in collaboration with the lead professor
  • Upload course materials in Moodle in collaboration with the lead professor
  • Hold weekly office hours
  • Provide timely responses to students’ email communication
  • Provide timely feedback on student assignments
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

  • MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program
  • At least two years of post-master's practice experience
  • Knowledge of and commitment to diversity
  • Commitment to the NASW Code of Ethics
  • Ability to effectively use Moodle and teach online courses
  • Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of Roberts Wesleyan University

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience as a social work instructor in a higher education environment

Candidates must also demonstrate a strong commitment to the integration of Christian faith and professional practice and a willingness to support the University’s Christian mission and identity. A successful candidate will be able to demonstrate multicultural competence and show commitment to the principles of diversity & equity.

Salary Range: $746/credit hour

Application Process:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

A completed Application for Adjunct Faculty Position is required. Applicants should send the completed application, a letter of interest, and a curriculum vitae or resume by email to:

Dr. Lori Sousa-Meixell, BSW Program Director
Professor of Social Work

sousa_lori@roberts.edu | 585.594.6049
Roberts Wesleyan University
2301 Westside Drive
Rochester, NY 14624-1997

For further information, contact Dr. Sousa-Meixell.

Candidates from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply, as well as persons from other historically underrepresented groups.

Roberts Wesleyan University complies with all applicable non-discrimination laws and is committed to enhancing human dignity and workplace diversity.