SSW Community Faculty, 2024-25 - Minneapolis Minnesota

Company: University of Minnesota
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Posted On: 01/27/2025

Apply for JobJob ID359712
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilyEducation-General
Full/Part TimePart-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code9754
Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin
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About the Job


Position OverviewThis role provides instruction and advising related to course participation and student learning objectives to students enrolled in the Master of Social Work (MSW), Youth Development Leadership (YDL), and Youth Studies (YoSt) Programs. The individual in this role also engages in efforts to fulfill the mission of the School of Social Work by developing teaching materials, exams, and assignments. Individuals in this role must have the capacity to demonstrate ethical social work practice to students. Individuals in this role are required to use electronic educational technology to communicate with students and other faculty, grade assignments and exams, and submit student grades. While the majority of instruction is delivered in person, individuals in this role are expected to utilize the learning management system, Canvas, to communicate with students and to deliver supplementary instruction. Individuals not familiar with Canvas and other education technology must be willing to learn how to use this technology in order to meet the needs of students. Individuals in this role are expected to collaborate with other faculty and to follow School of Social Work and University policies. Job ResponsibilitiesTeaching (90%)

Attend class meetings and deliver course contentEvaluate student performance and submit gradingRespond to student inquiries and meet with studentsCourse Preparation (10%)
Meet with appropriate faculty and gather information as neededDevelop course content and syllabusPrepare course materialsOther duties as assigned
Qualifications


Required Qualifications
MSW or related Master's degree (if applying for an MSW teaching position)Knowledge of the course content areaTraining/Teaching experienceAbility to communicate clearly, orally and in written workMust be able to meet at the assigned class time, schedule office hours, and meet with School of Social Work personnel as necessary for the preparation and delivery of the courseEvidence of attention to diverse identities in teaching or professional experience, and the commitment to support the University's work in diversity, equity, and inclusionPreferred Qualifications
Positive student evaluations from previously taught coursesSuccessful completion of graduate coursework beyond the master's level
About the Department


Department Overview Founded in 1917 on Dakota homeland, the School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities is part of a public, research-intensive university and one of seven administrative units in the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD). The School offers several graduate and undergraduate educational programs including: a PhD in Social Work; a Master of Social Work; a Master of Education in Youth Development Leadership; a Bachelor of Science in Youth Studies, and undergraduate minors in Family Violence Prevention, Social Justice, and Youth Studies. Underlying all these multidisciplinary programs is a social justice value base and a commitment to the most vulnerable and marginalized populations in our society. The curricula of our educational programs, and faculty research and engagement, intentionally seek to emphasize and expand anti-racist perspectives, social, economic and racial justice, and decolonization. The School is the home to a variety of labs and centers that actively involve our students, staff, faculty, and community partners, e.g., the Youth Work Learning Lab, the Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare, the Center for Practice Transformation, and the Minnesota Child Welfare Training Academy, an innovative partnership with the Minnesota Department of Human Services that is funded by the state legislature to further develop equitable child welfare practices.College OverviewThe College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the third largest college and the University, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of the life span. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.
Pay and Benefits


Pay Range: $1,785-$2,585 per credit. Final salary offers are determined based on the candidate's number of semesters taught within the department, as well as semesters taught outside the department, as verified by provided SRTs. Note: Each semester is counted as one, regardless of the number of classes counted during that term.
Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.
How To Apply


Applications must be submitted online. Please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.Preference will be given to applicants with 2-years post-MSW social work practice and who hold social work licensure in Minnesota. To be considered for this position you must upload the following required documents SEPARATELY:
• Cover letter citing your area(s) of expertise, licensure information (if applicable), and the course(s) you are interested in teaching
• A current curriculum vitae or resume clearly displaying current licensure
• The names/phone number of two referencesOPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS: Additional materials that will be accepted with your application include:
  • Student or peer evaluations of teaching or training
  • Examples of syllabi from previously taught coursesAdditional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
    Diversity
    
    
    The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
    Employment Requirements
    
    
    Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
    About the U of M
    
    
    The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
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