Adjunct Faculty Social Work
- Employer
- Texas Southern University
- Location
- Houston, Texas, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Nov 1, 2019
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Professional Fields, Social Work & Human Services, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Other Social & Behavioral Sciences, Sociology
- Employment Level
- Adjunct
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Posting Details
Title Information
Security Sensitive Position?
Yes
Hours of Work
TBA
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number
TSU202224
Official TSU Title
Adjunct Faculty Social Work
Grant Title
N/A
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary
Teaches undergraduate social work courses in the Department of Social Work at Texas Southern University.
Essential Duties Summary
Teaches classes in the Social Work Department. Connects at-risk students with appropriate supportive services at TSU to address barriers to academic achievement, such as the Student Accessibility Services Office, campus tutoring, and the Counseling Center. Submits student progress reports, midterm grades, attendance reports, and final grades on time. Collects and reports data required for the Social Work Department Assessment and Strategic Plan. Attends required/mandatory university, college, and departmental meetings and trainings. Performs other job related duties as required.
% FTE
Vary
Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience.
Education
Requires a Master’s degree (MA/MS/AM/ MASW / MSSW / MSW ) from a CSWE -accredited social work program.
Required Licensing/Certification
None required; LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The Adjunct Instructor should have knowledge and skills related to generalist social work practice. The Adjunct Instructor will function as an important part of the Social Work Department team, through delivery of a set curriculum, identifying at-risk students and campus resources to address barriers to student success, and exercising compliance with university, college, and departmental policies. The Adjunct Instructor must have excellent communication and documentation skills, as well as possess expertise in the practice level or area related to courses taught. It is expected that the Adjunct Instructor possess cultural awareness, and ability to work with culturally diverse faculty and students. Must be comfortable using email and learning platforms, such as Blackboard, as well as operating desktop computers and LCD projectors.
Work Experience
Requires a minimum of one year of professional social work practice or teaching experience.
Working/Environmental Conditions
Adjunct Instructors should follow all safety procedures. There is no heavy lifting required as a part of the position.
Desired start date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Detail Information
UA EEO Statement
It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures
Close Date
Open Until Filled (overrides close field)
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Open to all applicants.
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Title Information
Security Sensitive Position?
Yes
Hours of Work
TBA
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number
TSU202224
Official TSU Title
Adjunct Faculty Social Work
Grant Title
N/A
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary
Teaches undergraduate social work courses in the Department of Social Work at Texas Southern University.
Essential Duties Summary
Teaches classes in the Social Work Department. Connects at-risk students with appropriate supportive services at TSU to address barriers to academic achievement, such as the Student Accessibility Services Office, campus tutoring, and the Counseling Center. Submits student progress reports, midterm grades, attendance reports, and final grades on time. Collects and reports data required for the Social Work Department Assessment and Strategic Plan. Attends required/mandatory university, college, and departmental meetings and trainings. Performs other job related duties as required.
% FTE
Vary
Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience.
Education
Requires a Master’s degree (MA/MS/AM/ MASW / MSSW / MSW ) from a CSWE -accredited social work program.
Required Licensing/Certification
None required; LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The Adjunct Instructor should have knowledge and skills related to generalist social work practice. The Adjunct Instructor will function as an important part of the Social Work Department team, through delivery of a set curriculum, identifying at-risk students and campus resources to address barriers to student success, and exercising compliance with university, college, and departmental policies. The Adjunct Instructor must have excellent communication and documentation skills, as well as possess expertise in the practice level or area related to courses taught. It is expected that the Adjunct Instructor possess cultural awareness, and ability to work with culturally diverse faculty and students. Must be comfortable using email and learning platforms, such as Blackboard, as well as operating desktop computers and LCD projectors.
Work Experience
Requires a minimum of one year of professional social work practice or teaching experience.
Working/Environmental Conditions
Adjunct Instructors should follow all safety procedures. There is no heavy lifting required as a part of the position.
Desired start date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Detail Information
UA EEO Statement
It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures
Close Date
Open Until Filled (overrides close field)
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Open to all applicants.
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Master’s degree (MA/MS/AM/MASW/MSSW/MSW) from a
CSWE-accredited social work program?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a minimum of one year of professional social work
practice or teaching experience?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have one of the following certifications (LBSW, LMSW,
or LCSW)?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Official Transcripts
- Teaching Philosophy
- Other Document
- Reference Letter 1
- Reference Letter 2
- Reference Letter 3
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