DSW Program Adjunct Faculty Mentor

About Simmons

Located in Boston's historic Fenway area, Simmons University is a small, private, non‑sectarian college that has educated students for enriching careers and purposeful lives since 1899. The university continues to grow and evolves its programs, offering Boston's only women's undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all students.

Remote – National

AFMs provide small group oversight to approximately 15 students in the Doctor of Social Work (DSW) program. The role supports students throughout their matriculation, helping them transition to doctoral‑level quality work, navigate professional development opportunities, and address concerns related to course progression.

• Send an introductory email to the student after they receive their student assignments.
• Send periodic emails throughout the term to solicit questions and provide supportive responses.
• Meet with mentees 2‑3 times per term, either individually or in groups.
• Focus meetings on student goal attainment, evolution of professional identity, and professional / research interests.
• Provide guidance about concerns or conflicts that may arise with course progression.
• Provide oversight to assigned students for the duration of their matriculation; exchange students with another faculty member if personality clashes occur.

• MSW degree and a social work doctorate or related field.
• At least one prior term of experience teaching in the DSW program.

USD 35.53 per student. Non‑benefits eligible. The role is non‑tenure track; employment and payment are contingent upon enrollment and program needs.

Please upload all applicable application materials (resume/CV, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the Application Materials box on page 2 (“My Experience”) of the application. Documents can be uploaded either individually or as a combined PDF.

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