Social Work Adjunct Faculty Pool

Social Work Adjunct Faculty Applicant Pool Position Overview

The School of Social Work at Northern Kentucky University is seeking to create a database of potential part‑time instructors qualified to teach courses in both the BSW and MSW programs. Applicants should be qualified to teach courses that are primarily online. There is no specific position associated with this posting; it will be used to create a database of potential part‑time faculty.

• Working Title:
  
  Social Work Adjunct Faculty Applicant Pool
• Department:
  School of Social Work
• Full Time or Part Time:
  Part‑Time
• Position Number: tbd

• Teach assigned courses as specified in the schedule and course contract, either fully online or through a hybrid model.
• Complete mandatory training for online instruction.
• Implement the syllabus, learning objectives, and session plans.
• Provide online meeting times for students as detailed in the course syllabus.
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and/or exams.
• Administer evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and rubrics.
• Provide feedback on student progress in a timely manner.
• Be available for student consultation.
• Manage the MyNKU online grading system.
• Adhere to all expectations and policies as outlined in the SSW Faculty Handbook and applicable NKU policies.

In order to teach within the School of Social Work, adjuncts must have an MSW and at least 2 years of social work experience post‑graduation. For entry‑level BSW courses, adjuncts with an MSW and at least 2 years of post‑BSW practice may be considered. To teach advanced clinical courses in the MSW program, adjuncts must be fully licensed in social work (e.g., LCSW or LISW) and have at least 2 years of clinical experience post‑licensure.

All adjunct faculty will be approved by the applicable program director.

• Current knowledge of the relevant discipline.
• Prior teaching experience in a graduate or undergraduate program or corporate training, particularly to adult students.
• Prior experience teaching online.
• Ability to use technology effectively in teaching.

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• References
• Unofficial graduate transcripts

• Other

For additional information about the position or application process, please contact Dr. Caroline Macke, Director of the School of Social Work at mackec1 or Ms. Melanie Hall at 859‑572‑5604.

Address:
Northern Kentucky University, Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, Kentucky 41099.