Assistant Professor Of The Practice, Social Work

Fairfield University

Fairfield, CT, United States
Teaching undergraduate social work courses
Academic advising and mentoring
Curriculum development and pedagogical innovation
The Department of Social Work at Fairfield University seeks a full-time Assistant Professor of Practice focused on teaching and student mentoring within the BSW program with possible MSW teaching opportunities

Job Summary

  • The Department of Social Work at Fairfield University seeks a full-time Assistant Professor of Practice focused on teaching and student mentoring within the BSW program with possible MSW teaching opportunities.
  • The role involves engaging in curriculum development, participating in service activities, and contributing to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts aligned with the university’s Jesuit mission.
  • Fairfield University provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics under federal, state, or local laws.

Matching Summary

The Department of Social Work at Fairfield University seeks a full-time Assistant Professor of Practice focused on teaching and student mentoring within the BSW program with possible MSW teaching opportunities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Teaching undergraduate social work courses
  • Academic advising and mentoring
  • Curriculum development and pedagogical innovation
  • Departmental and university service participation
  • Collaborative interdisciplinary teamwork
  • Commitment to social work professional ethics

Nice-to-have

  • Inclusive pedagogy and student-centered learning
  • Leadership or supervisory experience
  • Alignment with Jesuit Catholic mission
  • Commitment to continuing education and professional development

Key Requirements

  • Master of Social Work (MSW) from CSWE-accredited program
  • Eligibility or ability to obtain social work licensure in CT
  • Significant post-MSW professional practice experience
  • Experience teaching in higher education or professional supervision
  • Doctoral degree in social work (preferred)

Work Rights

Eligibility for social work licensure in CT or ability to obtain licensure

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