Social Work - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

About the role

The Department of Social Work at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool. The pool is open to those who have clinical, policy, or teaching experience and are student-centered to teach in areas such as Social Welfare Policy, Social Work Practice with Older Adults, Mental Health Policy & Social Work, Mental Health Practice with Children and Adults, Human Development in Social Environments, Master’s Project/Research Methods, and Social Work Practice with Diverse Populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Social Work Practice, Social Welfare Policy, Mental Health Policy & Social Work, Mental Health Practice with Children and Adults, Human Development in Social Environments, Master’s Project/Research Methods, and Social Work Practice with Diverse Populations.
• Communicate effectively and work with culturally and ethnically diverse populations in community-based venues.
• Engage with and educate diverse communities to advance social work knowledge and promote social justice.

Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in Social Work or Social Welfare from a CSWE-accredited program.
• At least 2 years of post-master’s practice experience for social work practice classes.
• University-level teaching experience.

Qualifications

• The ability to communicate effectively and work with culturally and ethnically diverse populations in community-based venues.
• Social work practice experience with clients of diverse socio-cultural backgrounds in multiple settings.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of California for social work practice classes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the university level.
• Experience working with diverse populations in community-based venues.
• Experience with social work practice in areas such as Social Welfare Policy, Social Work Practice with Older Adults, Mental Health Policy & Social Work, Mental Health Practice with Children and Adults, Human Development in Social Environments, Master’s Project/Research Methods, and Social Work Practice with Diverse Populations.

How to Apply

A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:

• A cover letter which includes a statement of which courses qualified to teach.
• Your curriculum vitae.
• A copy of your unofficial transcripts conferring your highest terminal degree.
• A list of three (3) references with contact information.
• An Inclusive Excellence Statement (no more than 500 words).
• Summary of Teaching Experience/Course Teaching Evaluations (if available).

Performance Evaluation

Regular performance evaluations of part-time lecturers are made by the department in accord with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These performance evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future and continued teaching assignments.

Appointment and Salary

• Initial appointments are for one semester only.
• Classification Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per month.
• Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $6,221 per month.

About the College and the Department

The College of Health & Human Development (HHD) is one of the eight colleges on the campus of Cal State Fullerton. The mission of the College of HHD is to provide exemplary education, research, and community outreach related to human health, development, and lifelong well-being. Emphasis is placed on both theory and evidence-based practice, with special attention to the development of critical thinking, leadership, and professional skills needed in a global society.

Equal Opportunity

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic goals are strongly encouraged to apply.