Adjunct Professor; MSW

Overview

Pacific Oaks College and Children’s School in Pasadena, California, is recruiting an Adjunct Professor for the MSW program. The position is part-time and located on-campus in Pasadena. The MSW program invites applicants to apply for the online adjunct professors pool for the Spring, Summer and Fall semesters. The program has full accreditation as of 2024 and seeks qualified, motivated, well-organized individuals with online teaching experience to teach courses in the online, asynchronous program.

MSW courses are fully built; adjuncts are not responsible for creating syllabi or curriculum.

• Teach and facilitate interactive, high-quality online courses within the Master’s in Social Work (MSW) Program using the Canvas Learning Management System.
• Maintain an active and supportive presence in the online classroom, including responding to student inquiries within 24–48 hours.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments and submit grades in accordance with established deadlines.
• Engage students through meaningful dialogue, reflective practices, and collaborative learning approaches that support academic success.
• Identify students who may be at risk academically and refer them to appropriate institutional support services.
• Collaborate with faculty colleagues to review, refine, and enhance course content in alignment with program goals and academic standards.
• Complete required faculty onboarding, adjunct training modules, and participate in scheduled adjunct and all-faculty meetings.

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited institution is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in social work practice is required, showcasing exemplary professional expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses in an online format using a Learning Management System (e.g., Canvas).
• Strong communication skills and commitment to cultural responsiveness.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.

• PhD in Social Work or a closely related field and/or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential is preferred.
• Prior graduate-level teaching experience, particularly in online or hybrid environments.
• Familiarity with Pacific Oaks pedagogy and integration of social responsibility in business education.
• Proficiency in Canvas LMS, Microsoft Office Suite, and online teaching tools.
• Proven track record of professional excellence in social work, with a commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

Flex:
This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements, allowing employees to choose their work location based on role requirements and team needs.

$25.00 to $28.00 per hour

Pacific Oaks College is committed to providing equal employment and educational opportunity to all people and strictly adheres to federal anti-discrimination laws. In accordance with DOJ guidance, the College affirms that no programs, hiring practices, promotions, admissions, or other decisions shall provide preferential treatment based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected characteristics without appropriate lawful rationale.

The College will also ensure compliance of its third-party contractors or program partners in this regard.

The duties listed above describe the general nature and level of work expected of faculty in this position and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The College reserves the right to amend or modify the job description as institutional needs evolve. Pacific Oaks College provides equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.

This opportunity is budgeted at $ base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below. Pacific Oaks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify to verify identity and employment eligibility.

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