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Capella University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty member for the Master's of Social Work program who will provide high-quality instruction and mentor graduate learners in a flexible, online format.

Responsibilities: Instruct courses in a pre-designed curriculum, mentor doctoral learners, participate in doctoral committees, provide timely feedback, and utilize the online learning platform to enhance the learning experience.

Skills: Strong communication skills, proficiency in academic evaluation, experience with scholarly writing, and adeptness in academic technology.

Qualifications: A Master's degree in Social Work, a Doctorate in a related field is preferred; required social work licenses and a minimum of teaching and professional experience in the discipline.

Location: United States of America

Compensation: $125 - $4000 / Hourly

Capella University offers two learning formats, FlexPath and GuidedPath, to provide a flexible and affordable way for working professionals to earn a degree designed to fit into their life.

Our GuidedPath learning format offers asynchronous 10-week courses, with 3 weeks in between each quarter for faculty to grade and prepare for the next quarter. Learners have deadlines to stay on track to review materials, understand topics, and develop consistent study habits. Faculty help learners progress by guiding courseroom discussions and providing feedback on assignments.

The following credentials must be attached in the resume/CV section of your application.

- If you have a doctoral degree, an unofficial transcript copy of your doctoral degree, including the institution, conferred degree, and conferral date

- An unofficial transcript copy of your MSW degree, including the institution, conferred degree, and conferral date, required

- A copy of your social work license downloaded from the ASWB website, required

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assignments are on an ongoing basis according to expertise and school needs.
• Utilize your professional expertise to provide high-quality instruction from a pre-designed curriculum.
• Mentor doctoral learners and participate in doctoral committees. Utilize your professional expertise to provide relevant feedback and ensure successful completion.
• Be available within 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) by phone, email, and in the courseroom to ensure learners receive quality feedback in a timely manner to support their academic success.
• Travel within the US to participate in doctoral residencies.
• Utilize the online learning platform to enrich the learning experience.
• Establish high standards and ensure learners understand how they will be evaluated.
• Adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Attend faculty meetings, workshops, and training as required.
• Participate in other activities based on university needs.

Job Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of academic evaluation.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of the University.
• Proficiency in oral presentation skills, planning and organizing of course objectives.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of academic technology.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to manage potentially stressful situations in a professional and ethical manner.
• Demonstrates a complete understanding of students accommodating the unique needs and expertise of each student.
• Provides support and opportunity for the student to continually deepen his or her understanding of the individual purpose and pursue it through educational experiences.
• Demonstrates a commitment to meeting the expectations and requirements of a diversity of students.
• Is attentive to at-risk learners, following established case management protocols and reaching out to appropriate school staff.
• Experience with scholarly writing and use of APA (7th edition) format.

Work Experience:

• Three years of teaching experience preferred.
• Professional experience in the discipline with a minimum of two years required for undergraduate level and three years required for graduate level.
• Research, scholarship, or achievement in the discipline required for graduate-level; in addition at the doctoral level, experience with how to conduct and oversee research in the discipline required.

Education:

All degrees must be conferred and from a regionally accredited institution. Copies of required certificates and licenses and unofficial transcripts for all graduate degrees with the institution and conferred degree and date must be attached.

• Master’s degree from an accredited Council on Social Work Education and a regionally accredited program is required.
• Doctorate from an accredited institution in social work or a closely related area- including Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, or Education is preferred.

Certificates, licenses and registrations:

• The successful candidate must hold a Social Work graduate-level license and obtain, at a minimum, a Graduate Level Social Work licensure in the State of Minnesota upon hire (including passing the ASWB exam with their current graduate-level license) required.

Other:

• Must be able to travel occasionally within the US should a business need arise (including doctoral residencies, site visits, etc.). For most programs travel would not be common. Travel may involve a plane, car or metro. In accordance with ADA policies, reasonable accommodations regarding travel limitations can be provided.
• Ability to work onsite in a Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role. If so, this would include being mobile within the office, including movement from floor to floor using elevators or stairs.
• Faculty and Federal Work Study roles require access to work in a setting that enables meeting all requirements of the role (including computer, privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
• This role may require lifting, however reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.
• Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem-solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs a warrant. Accommodations related to the schedule may be considered. 
• Able to access information using a computer.
• Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

Careers - Our Benefits, Strategic Education, Inc SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all.

Capella University Adjunct and Part-Time Faculty are compensated based on the number and type of work assignments offered and accepted in any given quarter.

Capella University GuidedPath Format - The pay for teaching a course range from $500 - $4,000. The average is over $3,000.

Capella University FlexPath Format - The pay for teaching a course range from $125 - $4,000, depending on enrollment and particular program. The average is over $3,000. 

The pay for doctoral mentoring assignments is typically $400 per mentee (GuidedPath or FlexPath). Doctoral reviewer assignments start at $200.

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected].