27142BR
Social Welfare
Position Overview
A lecturer in the School of Social Welfare serves in a part-time capacity with responsibility teaching content, primarily in-person at the Pittsburg State University campus, in one of the school’s curriculum areas: social work practice, social welfare policy, human behavior, research, race/social justice, or an elective in the area of the individual’s expertise (e.g., clients with drug/alcohol problems). Classes are taught to students enrolled at the MSW degree level. Amount of work required can vary by position and will range from .20 FTE to 1.0 FTE.
Applicants will be reviewed and considered for teaching positions as needs arise. Applicants will be accepted throughout the year. The successful applicant must have appropriate authorization to work in the U.S. before employment begins.
Job Description
100% - Teaching, primarily in-person
Teach in MSW program in content areas of social work practice, social welfare policy, human growth and behavior, research, or electives at the Pittsburg State University campus in blended (half online/half in the classroom) or traditional classroom formats. This includes:
- Attending instructor orientation and trainings
- Planning and organization of the course, including syllabus preparation and approval by faculty mentor, textbook acquisition, etc.
- Instruction through the semester
- Administration of tests and assignments, including grading
- Being available to students through office hours and/or individual appointments
- Assigning and posting final grades
- Participating in School of Social Welfare curriculum development as appropriate
Required Qualifications
For teaching clinical practice classes: MSW from an accredited program with at least five years post-MSW experience.
For teaching ALL classes: Previous work experience that required the ability to conceptualize the curriculum area. Previous work experience that required the ability to organize multiple tasks. Strong communication skills as demonstrated in application materials and interview. A commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment for all students.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete application includes an online application, resume, cover letter - including a statement on teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references.
The review for this position is ongoing throughout the year. The current review period will begin February 13, 2024 and continue as needed.
Application Review Begins
13-Feb-2024
Conditions of Employment
Limited Term
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Advertised Salary Range
$4,500 per class; Please note that traveling and lodging stipends will not be available for this position
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
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