Special Sessions Lecturer Pool - School of Social Work

Job no: 527672 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: San José Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Temporary, Part Time, Faculty - Health Sciences Department Summary The School of Social Work is looking for qualified, enthusiastic, and dedicated instructors to teach courses in our CSWE-accredited Master of Social Work (MSW) Online/Hybrid program. The MSW main curricular areas include social work history and policy, human behavior in the social environment, practice, research, and field education. The areas of interest in our MSW program include children, youth, and families, mental health, and health and aging. We also have a range of electives and specialized training in child welfare, integrated behavioral health, school social work, and adult protective services. Brief Description of Duties Lecturers are responsible for effective curriculum preparation and teaching of courses aligned with the School's vision and mission, including the Transcultural Perspective, syllabus and accessibility compliance, use of Canvas as the primary LMS, review and grading of assignments, holding office hours, providing texts and readings, overall support of student learning and professional development, and working collaboratively with faculty and staff to promote student success. They will also attend meetings necessary to teach effectively the course and content areas they are assigned, and support activities and preparation needed to maintain accreditation. Other Duties Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a diverse student population through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement. Organize all classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS). Ensure all classes meet as scheduled throughout the semester or term in the mode assigned and scheduled (asynchronous, synchronous, bi‑chronous, in‑person, or hybrid). Required Qualifications At least an MSW from a CSWE-accredited graduate social work program. Knowledge of the subject matter of the discipline assigned. Evidence of effective teaching and mentoring. Ability to teach and evaluate effectively adult learners. Social work practice experience (required for teaching practice courses). Strong interpersonal skills. Collaborative and collegial abilities. Good written and oral communication skills. Awareness and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population. Preferred Qualifications Working knowledge of trends in the social work profession in the context of diversity and globalization. Ability to teach in online and in‑person formats. Proficiency with computers, software, and technology. Experience with multimedia and social media relevant to teaching. Compensation Salary ranges based on qualifications and experience per the Faculty Salary Schedule (2022–2023). Rates shown per WTU in Special Session programs (typical course is 3 WTUs). Compensation may be reduced if enrollment targets are not met: Range 2: $2,279 per WTU Range 3: $2,497 per WTU Range 4: $3,146 per WTU Range 5: $3,977 per WTU Equal Employment Statement San José State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff as well as University programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. All employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr