Part-Time Faculty: SSWK Field Instruction III

Job Title Part-Time Faculty: SSWK 771:
Field Instruction III (Spring 2027)

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.

Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range $2,084.07 - $2,146.59 per credit hour

Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months’ salary unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status Exempt

As determined by department/chair.

Class meets:
Wednesdays, 7:30-9:00 PM EST (Sync),
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Job Type Part-time

Rank PTI/Adjunct

Unionized Position Code Not Applicable

The School of Education seeks a Part-Time instructor for SSWK 771:
Field Instruction III (Spring 2027). Supervised practice experience in human service agency related to student’s concentration choice.

SWK 771 has two components:

• A community-based internship in an approved human service agency under the guidance of an agency-based field instructor.
• A biweekly in-person seminar led by the course instructor.

Students engage in advanced practice within their concentration area, developing a Professional Development Plan ( PDP ) with their field instructor. They carry a caseload of assignments and are expected to take increasing responsibility for their learning and professional judgment as the year progresses.

The seminar supports integration of classroom learning with field experience through reflection, discussion, and peer support. Students explore ethics, theory, policy, and practice, gaining deeper insight into professional roles, values, and the use of self in social work.

• MSW with previous online graduate-level social work teaching experience preferred.
• Candidate must have two years post-masters experience.
• Must be able to teach online.

Not Applicable

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Preparation of lectures, projects, or other student assignments.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meeting all designated class periods.
• Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in timely manner.
• Completion and submission of CSWE competency-based student outcomes for department assessment/accreditation.
• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Building a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

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