Details
Open Date 10/09/2018
Requisition Number PRN08606N
Job Title Associate Instructor
Working Title Associate Instructor
Job Grade A00
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? Yes
Standard Hours per Week Varies per courses taught
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00166 - College of Social Work
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range Varies- dependent on credit hours
Close Date
Job Summary
The College of Social Work is seeking instructors to teach in the Bachelors of Social Work ( BSW ) Program. Several courses may be available, depending on the semester. While instructors ordinarily teach only one course per semester, this may vary depending on the program’s need. The courses taught in the program range from Introduction to Social Work, Social Diversity, HBSE , Micro-Practice, Macro-Practice, Research and Evaluation (required courses), Applied Social Work Statistics, to Advanced Writing (elective courses).
Classes in the BSW Program are available to students in two separate forms: campus- and online-based. The Campus-based classes are held/conducted one day a week at the main University of Utah campus in Salt Lake City. The online classes are held/conducted/facilitated numerous times during the week via the University of Utah online system.
This is a one-semester assignment with possible work in future semesters as needed.
Responsibilities
The Associate Instructor will be expected to:
•Develop or update the class syllabus in collaboration with other instructors;
•Teach each class session;
•Use Canvas according to College guidelines and expectations;
•Assess the extent to which each student has met learning objectives;
•Assign grades to each student;
•Implement College and program policies;
•Keep Program staff informed of student progress and issues that arise;
•Meet with other instructors who teach the same class on a regular basis;
•Maintain regular office hours either in person or by phone or videoconference.
Minimum Qualifications
An MSW is required, with two years of practice experience relevant to the course topic.
Preferences
PhD in social work or a related field is preferred. College or graduate level teaching experience is preferred, though the College is able to provide some training and guidance to those without it.
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, University of Utah policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to applicants, consistent with University policy and Utah state law. To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request an accommodation or for further information about University AA/EO policies, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Cr., Rm 135, (801) 581-8365 (V/ TDD ), email: oeo@umail.utah.edu .
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS must notify the Benefits Department upon hire. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or the University’s Benefits Department at (801) 581-7447.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
