University of Saint Mary

Adjunct Instructor - Social Work

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About the role

The University of Saint Mary is conveniently located a short 30 minutes’ drive from Parkville, Shawnee, Basehor and Kansas City, Kansas. USM offer all full-time employees Medical, Dental, Vision, University Paid Basic Life & AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability along with a generous Tuition Remission for the employee, spouse and dependents under the age of 24 years old.

THE HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SAINT MARY:

The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 100 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The University of Saint Mary is seeking an adjunct faculty member in social work. This position is a pool position meaning that openings may or may not be currently available. Your application for this position will be kept current for a period of two years.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Teach classes as assigned from the regular social work program curriculum.

Prepare syllabi and deliver curriculum appropriate for the course assigned.

Appropriately respond to student needs and feedback.

Assess the course learning outcomes.

Foster an inclusive educational environment to serve all learners.

Maintain student attendance records in accordance with university policy.

Submit mid-term and final grades on time.

Advise and/or mentor students through electronic communications and other appropriate methods.

Complete all required training, including training on Engage LMS.

Perform other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates should have a master’s degree in social work.

Affinity with the Mission of the University of Saint Mary.

TO APPLY:
Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references.

Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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