Assistant/Associate Professor, Social Work

Florida Gulf Coast University
United States, Florida, Fort Myers
10501 FGCU Boulevard South (Show on map)
Nov 20, 2024
Job Summary The Department of Social Work at Florida Gulf Coast University invites applications for a full-time, continuing appointment, nine-month Assistant/Associate Professor position beginning August 2025. Faculty with experience at the Assistant or Associate Professor level are encouraged to apply. Candidate's primary appointment will be teaching clinical coursework in the MSW program with some teaching responsibilities in the BSW program. This position is a face-to-face position with teaching assignments primarily on the main campus and possibly at off-campus sites within our region. Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to: be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs be committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning be committed to effective use of technology including distance learning produce peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College, University and Community. FGCU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity and Access Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, veteran status, and any other protected class(es), as required by applicable state and federal law, as well as University regulations and policies. Job Description Typical duties minclude but are not limited to: Teach a 3/3 (Fall/Spring) load of core and/or elective social work courses per academic year with primary emphasis on clinical practice courses in the MSW program with some teaching in the BSW program. Hold office hours. Attend departmental meetings. Adopt course materials in a timely manner. Adopt the university learning management system. Adopt other campus-wide technology platforms as appropriate to other specified job duties. Complete mandatory/required training in a timely manner. Abide by University Policies and Regulations. Participate in the evaluation process in accordance with the CBA and related documents. Participate in the assessment process as required by your respective department. Timely and professional communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators Engage in essential duties with the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, excellence, and within the accepted practices and norms of your respective field/profession. Prepare syllabi and instructional materials, develop and deliver lectures, tests, and evaluate students. Engages in reflective self-assessment of teaching styles and methods to ensure consistently effective instructional performance. Ensure the timely completion and reporting of student learning assessments. Continued professional development activity is expected at a level commensurate with rank and the mission of the University. Actively participate in community, institutional, and professional service in furtherance of FGCU's mission. Attends faculty and college meetings as required. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor Participate in curriculum development and advancement of the respective program. Prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures that align with curriculum goals. Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met. Advise students and provide individual assistance to students during weekly office hours. Perform regular scholarly research and publication. Additional Job Description Required Qualifications Earned doctorate in Social Work (Ph.D./DSW) or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation. MSWdegree from aCSWE-accredited social work program. Two years practice experience in clinical social work. ABD will be considered if degree is to be conferred by August 7, 2025. If successful candidate is ABD, appointment will be made at a Lecturer level on a fixed contract. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated expertise in clinical social work practice. Experience teaching across the social work curriculum (Micro, Mezzo, Macro, and Research Methods). Scholarly expertise in Clinical Social Work practices. Experience with the development and delivery of on-line coursework. Ability and experience to serve as MSW program director Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of and commitment to theNASWCode of Ethics. Knowledge of major concepts, assumptions, debates, processes of inquiry, and ways of knowing that are central to the discipline(s). Understanding how to use digital and interactive technologies for efficiently and effectively achieving specific learning goals. Knowledge of critical thinking processes and understanding how to help learners develop high level questioning skills. Knowledge and skill in the use of inquiry-based instructional models and strategies. Knowledge and ability to use technology in various teaching modalities (e.g. Face-to-face, synchronous online or asynchronous online). Ability to collaborate with stakeholders both within and outside the University in the development and delivery of instruction, resulting in improved student learning. Special Instructions to Applicants Appointment will be made on a 9-month continuous multi-year appointment basis available August 2025. Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DO NOT send examples of your project/ scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore, all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property of FGCU. Under Florida's Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request. Required Application Materials Unofficial Transcripts Statement of Teaching Philosophy Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Statement of Scholarship Five (5) Professional References Copy of professional Social Work licenses Review of applicant materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Salary commensurate with education and experience.