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East Stroudsburg University
Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Social Work
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What they do
A Social Work Professor teaches foundational ideas, truths, and methods in social work to students through a combination of classroom instruction, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$79,226 / year median in Pennsylvania
+2% projected growth
Job Description
ESU's Department of Sociology, Social Work and Criminal Justice offers several programs of study including a BA in Sociology, a BS in Social Work, which is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), and a BS in Criminal Justice. The successful candidate would teach in the accredited Social Work Program, which offers a comprehensive foundation of courses and field education opportunities for students to attain the CSWE competencies to prepare students for competent generalist social work practice upon graduation. Qualifications A Ph.D. in Social Work or a DSW along with an MSW from a CSWE Accredited Program and 2-years post MSW practice experience within at least one social work field of practice, prior teaching experience in a CSWE accredited social work program, expertise in evidence-based social work practice, and evidence of ongoing scholarly work are required. The successful candidate is also expected to maintain a scholarly research agenda as well as make contributions to the culture of the University through service activities and culturally responsive pedagogy. The position also requires working with other department faculty in developing programming activities and events, and with other social work program faculty in maintaining compliance with program accreditation standards. Additionally, holding a state social work practice license is required. The ability to work with diverse populations is also required.