5/2/25
Adjunct Faculty and/or Visiting Instructor
Luther College seeks Adjunct Faculty or a Visiting Instructor in Social Work to contribute to our commitment to academic excellence in teaching, research, and community service for a position to begin Fall 2025. We seek candidates with ability and interest in teaching four (4), four credit courses and one (1), two credit course in the 2025-2026 academic year spread over fall, January, and spring terms including:
- Social Work Practice II: Groups & Families (Fall),
- Evidence Based Practice (Fall, 7-week course),
- Social Work Field Experience (January),
- Human Behavior in the Social Environment I (Spring),
- Social Work Practice I (Spring).
Although preference is given to candidates who can fulfill all teaching responsibilities across two-semesters and the January Term, we will consider separating the position among multiple adjuncts with each instructor teaching the courses aligned with their qualifications and availability.
Minimum requirements are a MSW plus two (2) years post MSW social work experience. PhD/DSW preferred; ABD candidates are also encouraged to apply. This is an ideal appointment for a recent PhD/DSW, ABD or a practitioner who holds an MSW and has two years post-MSW experience. The successful candidate will communicate knowledge of and interest in teaching at Luther College. Candidates should demonstrate potential for excellence in college teaching and effectiveness in mentoring undergraduates. This may include formal teaching experience but may also include guest lectures or other experiences delivering educational programming to social workers or students.
Luther College is located in rural Northeast Iowa, a regional hub for outdoor recreation in the vibrant and scenic Driftless region, two nationally recognized healthcare systems, top ranked schools, business, agriculture, specialty retail, dining and tourism. Major Midwest metropolitan areas within a three-hour driving distance include Des Moines, IA; Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN; and Madison, WI. We are an easy drive to La Crosse, WI, Cedar Falls/Waterloo, IA, and Rochester, MN, home of Mayo Clinic.
At Luther College, inclusion and belonging are central to our educational mission and values. We are committed to the institutional change required for visioning and realizing a more equitable and socially just college and society. Strong candidates will have experience and vision regarding teaching and mentorship of students of multiple and diverse backgrounds with attention to structural barriers that limit access to educational opportunities.
Apply: Review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Apply for the position at https://www.luther.edu/offices/hr/careers. Applicants’ dossier should include:
- Letter of application (please summarize how your background qualifies you for this position and briefly reflect on the strengths you would bring to Luther College)
- Curriculum Vitae
- 1-2 page teaching statement/philosophy demonstrating 1) your approaches to classroom teaching, 2) how you embrace engaged learning, and 3) your specific efforts to support the success of all students through classroom pedagogy and student interactions
- Unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts.
- Contact information for three references (name, affiliation, email, and phone). References will only be contacted for those candidates invited for a campus visit with prior notification to the candidate.
The compensation rate for adjunct faculty with 0-5 years of experience is $4,800–$5,800 per 4-credit course; placement in range is dependent on credentials and applicable experience. Should a candidate meet the qualifications for teaching all courses, a part-time (.75 FTE) Visiting Instructor position may be offered, with salary based on credentials and placement in rank on our faculty salary scale.
5/2/25
VISITING INSTRUCTOR
9-MONTH ACADEMIC APPOINTMENT
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
(Multiple Positions: 50%-100%)
The University of Iowa School of Social Work invites applications for multiple Visiting Instructor positions to teach undergraduate and/or graduate level social work courses.
A Visiting Instructor position can be full-time (4 courses per semester), ¾ time (3 courses per semester), or half-time (2 courses per semester).The initial appointment is for one year (2025-26). The full-time equivalent salary is $69,240 plus benefits.
For more information about the University of Iowa School of Social Work please see: https://socialwork.uiowa.edu.
Required qualifications:
- Master of Social Work (MSW) from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program.
- Demonstrated record of at least 3 years, full-time, post-MSW practice.
- Demonstrated evidence of potential for teaching at the undergraduate or graduate-level.
- Willingness to teach in-person and/or online
To Apply:Please visit jobs.uiowa.edu and reference Requisition #75609.Please submit a curriculum vitae and/or an annotated resume and a letter of interest. The letter of interest should be a detailed description of your interest in the position, your practice background, and your prior teaching experience. Please also provide contact information for three professional references. Any questions, can be directed to:
Miriam J. Landsman, Ph.D., Director
University of Iowa School of Social Work
308 North Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242
miriam-landsman@uiowa.edu
319-335-1257
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
05/02/25
Practicum Education Program Coordinator
(Education Support Svcs Specialist (4A))
The School of Social Work at the University of Iowa invites applications for a Practicum Education Program Coordinator (Education Support Services Specialist/Paygrade 4A). This position works under the direction of the Practicum Education Director to support student success when preparing for, entering, and completing social work practicum at the bachelor’s and master’s levels.Involved in this position are training practicum students and supervisors, providing practicum and academic advising, extensively using an online practicum management system, and serving as a practicum instructor and liaison to practicum sites.
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up new practicum sites and student placements in the online practicum management system; maintain system information by requesting information updates from users.
- Prepare students to enter practicum, assist students in securing appropriate practicum placements and provide support during practicum.
- Provide practicum supervision for sites without a qualified practicum supervisor.
- Support and lead workshops and trainings for practicum instructors and other practicum stakeholders – including practicum orientation and CEU workshops on clinical social work topics.
- Student academic advising, including using academic systems such as MAUI.
For a full job description or questions about this position, please send an email to alejandra-romano-mcclain@uiowa.edu.
The position is anticipated to begin in June 2025.Salary is $63,000 to commensurate.For information on how to apply, please visit http://jobs.uiowa.edu/ and reference requisition #25003088. Electronic attachments to the online application include a letter of interest, resume and a list of 3 references.Question can be directed to Ali Romano-McClain at alejandra-romano-mcclain@uiowa.edu .
Required Qualifications
- MSW degree from a CSWE accredited institution.
- Current license at the Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) level or comparable.
- Two years post-MSW clinical social work experience minimum.
- Prior experience as a practicum instructor.
- Knowledge of and commitment to National Association of Social Work (NASW) Code of Ethics and the Council of Social Work Education’s (CSWE) standards and competencies is essential.
- Working experience and knowledge of Office Suite (Word, EXCEL, etc).
- Demonstrated ability and/or experience using online data management systems.
- Detail-oriented, particularly in projects related to data entry and data management.
- Experience preparing and presenting workshops and presentations in person and/or virtually.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to meet University of Iowa Fleet Services standards.
Desirable Qualifications
- Current license at Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) level or comparable is desired.
- 4 or more semesters as a practicum instructor.
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
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