Social Work Program Coordinator​/Faculty

FACULTY

SOCIAL WORK

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post‑secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development and service.

We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.

To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.

Please note the following:

• Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
• Part‑time work experience is calculated at 50% of full‑time experience.

Instructors provide high‑quality instruction that supports student learning and fosters a positive learning environment in the classroom. The primary responsibility is teaching and evaluating students in assigned courses. Instruction is delivered on‑site throughout the college’s five‑county service area and may also be offered through online teaching formats. Instructors communicate with students outside of class and perform a variety of administrative duties, including committee work, assessment, registration, and advising.

The Social Work Program Coordinator role builds upon these instructional responsibilities by contributing to the academic excellence and institutional success of Cleveland State Community College through leadership in social work education. This includes providing high‑quality instruction, student advising, and ongoing program development. The coordinator ensures alignment with CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) standards and core social work competencies, supports community partners and field supervisors, and strengthens pathways that support student transfer and matriculation into BSW (Bachelor of Social Work) programs.

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Social Work with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in qualifying coursework.
• Valid driver’s license.

The educational requirements listed for this position reflect the qualifications for the rank of Instructor. An appointee may be appointed at a higher academic rank provided the individual meets the minimum education and experience requirements established by the Tennessee Board of Regents, including any future revisions to those requirements.

• Plan and teach classes as assigned in accordance with course descriptions, course syllabi, departmental guidelines, and approved instructional formats, including on‑site instruction throughout the college’s five‑county service area and online delivery as applicable.
• Fulfill all instructional requirements required by Cleveland State Community College and the Tennessee Board of Regents (T ).
• Remain current in the instructional field and in effective teaching methodologies.
• Devote a minimum of 37.5 hours per week to the institution, maintain appropriate office hours, and obtain approval for any commitments that may affect employment responsibilities.
• Be accessible to students for advising, academic assistance, and support based on the instructional format.
• Participate in institutional and academic unit meetings.
• Maintain and safeguard all…