Job Information
University of Kansas POOL - Lecturer in Lawrence, Kansas
28305BR
Job Title:
POOL - Lecturer
Department:
Social Welfare
Primary Campus:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description:
Lecturer: 100% teaching. Teach in the BSW and/or MSW program in content areas within the School of Social Welfare. Class availability depends on Campus and program level. Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Attending instructor orientation and trainings
Planning and organization of the course, including syllabus preparation and approval by faculty mentor, textbook acquisition, etc.
Instruction through the semester
Administration of tests and assignments, including grading
Being available to students through office hours and/or individual appointments
Assigning and posting final grades
Participating in School of Social Welfare curriculum development as appropriate
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
28305BR
Disclaimer:
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
Conditions of Employment:
Limited Term
Contact Information to Applicants:
Dana Shafer
dshafer@ku.edu
Position Number:
00005538
Required Qualifications:
For teaching clinical practice classes: MSW from an accredited program with at least five years post-MSW experience.
For teaching non-clinical practice classes: Minimum of Master’s degree with at least 3 years of professional experience in the area related to the potential teaching assignment.
For teaching ALL classes: Previous work experience that required the ability to conceptualize the curriculum area. Previous work experience that required the ability to organize multiple tasks. Strong communication skills as demonstrated in application materials and interview. A commitment to fostering a welcoming and supportive educational environment for all students.
Employee Class:
F-Faculty
Advertised Salary Range:
$2,250-$4,500 per class
FTE:
.20
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with training, educating, and/or curriculum development in a professional role.
Successful classroom teaching experience in a social work degree program.
Experience using Canvas
Position Overview:
A lecturer in the School of Social Welfare serves in a part- time capacity with responsibility for teaching content in person (on the Lawrence Campus and/or the Edwards Campus), online, or a combination of both in person/online in the school’s curriculum area social work practice, social welfare policy, human behavior, research, race/social and economic justice, or an elective in the area of the individual’s expertise. Classes are taught to students at the BSW and MSW degree level. Amount of work required can vary by position and will range from .10 FTE to 1.0 FTE.
Applicants will be reviewed and considered for teaching in the upcoming semester and as future needs arise.
The KU SSW is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive educational environment for students, faculty, and staff. We also encourage our school community members to engage in service with the larger community to share and facilitate ideas to foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard, and valued. The successful candidate will have a commitment to creating a climate of belonging. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the university actively encourages applications from members of all groups in higher education. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start of the position.
Reg/Temp:
Temporary
Application Review Begins:
04-Mar-2024
Additional Candidate Instruction:
A complete application includes an online application, resume, cover letter - including a statement on teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references.