Regular Full-Time Faculty

Salisbury, NC, US

 Position    Assistant/Associate Professor of Social Work

Division:    Division of Education, Psychology, and Social Work

Department:    Department of Social Work

Reports to:    Dean of the Division and Chair of the Department of Social Work

Position Summary:

     Livingstone College is seeking an Assistant Professor of Social Work beginning the Spring 2022 semester. We seek candidates committed to social work education, teaching, online/in-person/hybrid education, research, and service.  Responsibilities include coordinating the BSW field education and teaching a variety of undergraduate social work courses including field seminars, social work practice, social welfare policy, social work research, Human Behavior in the Social Environment, and Introduction to Social Work.  Other responsibilities include student advising, and serving on department and college-wide committees.  The successful candidate will have a doctorate degree in social work or a related field, an MSW from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence, active scholarship, and service.  Candidates who expect to teach practice courses should also have at least three years post-MSW practice experience.  

The School of Social Work is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The Commission on Accreditation of CSWE is the sole body authorized to accredit BSW and MSW program in the United States.

Successful candidates should address in the cover letter their abilities to work with a culturally diverse environment and to prepare students to work effectively in a world of increasing diversity.  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

    Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

•    Administer synchronous instruction utilizing various teaching strategies that will be inclusive for all learners;

•    Prepare course outlines and syllabi in accordance with program standards, and in collaboration with the program chairperson;

•    Utilizing effective teaching and learning practices such as presentations, demonstrations, class discussion, guest speakers, and other appropriate modes of educational delivery;

•    Use Blackboard as an instructional aide to teach, assess student performance, and post student grades;

•    Advise and register students, and track student progress and performance;

•    Use innovative teaching techniques and technology to enhance learning experiences;

•    Evaluate student progress, such as attendance and grades, in a timely manner;

•    Work collaboratively with campus-wide services on student retention;

•    Assist students with enrollment related challenges or issues;

•    Assess course outcomes; student satisfaction, student retention and use results to improve program quality;

•    Attend required meetings;

•    Collaborate with the campus community and serve on campus-wide committees;

•    Participate in professional organizations and provide community service;

•    Work flexible hours, evenings and weekends as needed for Institution events;

•    Perform other duties as assigned;

•    Advise and supervise field service; and other contractual duties as assigned.

Education/ Experience

    •    Doctorate degree in Social Work or related field;

•    A minimum of three years successful teaching experience in higher education preferred;

•    Holds a MSW and LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), with three years of practice experience;

•    Ability to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination;

•    Experience working with underserved and underrepresented learners

•    Successful experience with traditional in-person classes, and hybrid/online instruction;

•    Experience teaching students with various learning disabilities;

•    Curriculum/program development; 

•    Academic advising and degree auditing;

•    Other skills and abilities include: strong written and oral communication skills, working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and PowerPoint. Must be driven by the following values:  Excellent Customer (Student) Service, Creativity, Quality, and Teamwork.

Life at Livingstone College

     Livingstone College is a private, four-year liberal arts institution founded in 1879 by the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. Secured by a strong commitment to quality instruction, the College offers excellent liberal arts and religious education programs for students designed to develop their potential for leadership and service to a global community.