[Hiring] Adjunct Faculty - BS/MS Social Work @Abilene Christian University

Role Description

• Provide high quality instruction, direction and support for students in the online classroom environment.
• Provide in-depth and timely feedback on student work, being both encouraging and constructively critical.
• Provide timely and helpful answers to students’ inquiries regarding course material or academic matters.
• Conduct periodic synchronous interaction sessions (depending on course requirements).
• Facilitate and grade all assignments in a timely manner.
• Enter final course grades after consultation with the lead faculty and/or program director by assigned deadlines.
• Alert lead faculty and/or program director to any student issues, including performance issues (e.g. failing grades, failing to turn in assignments, etc.) and policy violation issues (e.g. plagiarism).
• Comply with all pertinent policies and procedures outlined in Abilene Christian University’s Handbook, Faculty Guidelines, and those specified by the program.
• Other duties, as assigned and directed by lead faculty and/or program director.
• Participate with the program faculty in planning, development, implementation of program and curriculum.
• Provide feedback to the program director for program and/or course improvement.
• Attend/complete program and CHHS faculty trainings and provide credentialing/records updates (as needed).
• Participate in program and faculty meetings (as able).

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited or internationally-recognized social work program.
• Must have at least two (2) years’ post-MSSW practice experience if teaching practice courses. Licensure is highly preferred.
• Must have practice or professional experience or general expertise in the content of the assigned course.
• Minimum of two (2) years of university teaching is preferred. The ability to teach across the curriculum is expected. Online teaching experience preferred.
• Proficient in APA style (formatting, citation requirements, punctuation, etc.).
• Computer proficient in software and internet-based applications.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to view and manage role and responsibilities in relation to larger mission, goals and perspective of the university.
• Collaborative nature, with the ability to build consensus.
• Outstanding organizational and project management skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated and solves problems, asking for input and initiating solutions as appropriate and reasonable.
• Capacity to quickly learn new software applications.
• Willingness to receive additional training and/or faculty mentoring.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and discretion when interacting with students, other faculty and staff.

Requirements

• Attention to detail and follow through.
• Time management skills.
• Computer proficiency with knowledge of, or ability to learn quickly, new technologies and software packages.
• Excellent verbal communication, written communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong capacity for critical thinking and problem solving while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and program standards.
• Ability to collaborate or work independently as the situation requires.
• Exhibit a standard of ethical behavior, discretion, and respect confidentiality in handling information related to the University, the School of Social Work and its faculty, staff, and students.

Training Modules Required

• Microsoft Word, Excel, Access
• Google Calendar, Mail, Sheets and Docs
• Canvas and Bridge (online learning platforms)

Physical Demands

• Capacity to sit or stand stationary for a period of time.
• Physical ability to use a computer or other electronic device.
• Manage conversations in person, online and by telephone.
• Work well under pressure and manage stress well.

Benefits