Title

Part-Time Faculty, School of Social Work- Saturday MSW Program

Rank

Adjunct Instructor

Tenure Information

Non-Tenure Track

Department Summary

The School of Social Work has both a thriving BSW and MSW program. Current total enrollment is approximately 550. Our programs are staffed by 16 full time faculty, more than 15 part time faculty, three field education specialists and two administrators. Our programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

Successful candidates will be staff members who can work with their colleagues to help meet the mission of the department in serving and supporting our racially and ethnically diverse campus community.

Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community dedicated to the lifelong success of all students; focused on the continuous improvement of its people; and is responsible for leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and the world. Bridgewater's accessible environment of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking and the pursuit of new knowledge and deeper understanding. The teaching and learning environment at Bridgewater also cultivates meaningful and diverse interpersonal relationships and fosters an appreciation for global engagement aimed at transforming lives and improving the human condition.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our institutional values, which ensure that all students are supported and succeed.

Essential Duties

The School of Social Work at Bridgewater State University seeks qualified Part Time Faculty who are enthusiastic teachers and dedicated to working with graduate students.

We seek part-time instructors to teach along with full time faculty and field staff in our Saturday MSW (Master of Social Work) program option. This option allows students who work to attend classes on Saturday in a three-year part-time program. Each cohort of about 20 students goes through the MSW program in three years, part-time together in each class. Internships typically take place during daytime and weekday hours. Classes are held on Saturdays between 8:30 and 4 PM, and the program is hybrid, so presence on campus is not required every Saturday. This is not an online program. Students in this program tend to be self-starters and many have prior work experience.

Successful candidates will be staff members who can work with their colleagues to help meet the mission of the department in serving and supporting our racially and ethnically diverse campus community.

Candidates must:

• demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of students from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of abilities.
• Utilize an equity- minded framework to prepare lesson plans that incorporate varied instructional techniques, multi-media, integration strategies designed to meet the educational, culturally relevant, and emotional needs of our students.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning. Encourage student success to all students regardless of race.

Specific course offerings include:

• Teaching up to 11 credits per semester as assigned by the School of Social Work chairperson.

Required Qualifications

Required qualifications are:

1. A master's degree in social work or a related field

2. At least 2 yrs post MSW experience

3. Ability to use technology effectively in online and in-person teaching, and learning designed to meet the educational, culturally relevant, and emotional needs of our students.

Preferred Qualifications

1. MSW degree and LICSW

2. Teaching experience in a BSW or MSW program

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Posting Number

F00533P

Open Date

03/20/2025

Close Date

09/01/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position:

• A minimum of three (3) professional reference entries in space provided on the application form.
• CV
• Cover Letter

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