Lecturer - MSW 510: Generalist Practice I: Individuals (Fall 2026

Lecturer - MSW 510:
Generalist Practice I:
Individuals (Fall 2026)

MSW 510:
Generalist Practice I:
Individuals

Position:
Lecturer

Semester:
Fall 2026

Day/Time:
Thursdays, from 1:00 to 3:50 p.m.

Modality:
Hybrid

College:
College of Education, Health and Human Services

Department:
Social Work

The Department of Social Work at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer to teach MSW 510
- Generalist Practice I:
Individuals. The course is a 3-unit class, has one 3-hour class each week of the 15-week semester, and is taught in a hybrid format (half of the courses will be online and the others are in-person at the San Marcos campus). The course is scheduled for Thursdays, from 1:00 to 3:50 p.m.

Course Description

Addresses generalist social work practice with diverse individuals within a person-in-environment perspective. Emphasizes core social work knowledge, values, and skills within the context of evidence informed engagement, assessment, intervention, and evaluation.

Minimum qualifications:

• A Master of Social Work
• Five (5) years of post-MSW experience
• Five (5) years of applicable post-MSW full-time practice experience working with individuals in direct practice social work settings
• LCSW licensure
• Per the California State University's Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.

Preferred qualifications:

• A doctoral degree in Social Work or in a closely related field.
• Experience in teaching classes and instructional methodology
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving our campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.

Salary commensurate with degree level and experience

• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month

The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:

• CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 – $6,677 per full-time month

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

Application:
To apply, please prepare to submit the following:

• Your completed faculty application
• Curriculum Vitae/resume (uploaded)
• Contact information for three professional references
• Letter of interest (uploaded)
• Documentation of teaching effectiveness and sample course syllabi are strongly encouraged when available

Timeline: A review of applications will begin on August 4, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.