Assistant Professor, Master's of Social Work Job Opening in Bellevue, Nebraska

Position Summary

Bellevue University seeks a dedicated and collaborative Assistant Professor to join its Master of Social Work (MSW) program. This is a full-time, at-will faculty position with primary responsibilities in teaching, student engagement, and service to the program, university, and profession. The standard teaching load for this position is nine (9) courses per academic year, with additional expectations for service and participation in program development and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will contribute to a high-quality, student-centered MSW program that prepares ethical, reflective, and competent social work practitioners aligned with Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) competencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching and Instruction

Teach graduate-level MSW courses consistent with assigned workload (9 courses per academic year)
Deliver instruction aligned with approved curriculum, course objectives, and CSWE EPAS competencies
Employ inclusive, evidence-informed, and engaging instructional strategies appropriate for graduate social work education
Integrate theory, research, policy, and practice across micro, mezzo, and macro levels
Assess student learning using established assignments, rubrics, and grading standards
Provide timely, constructive, and developmentally appropriate feedback to students
Maintain accurate academic records and meet all grading and reporting deadlines
Teach in online, hybrid, or on-ground formats, as determined by program needs

Program and University Service

Participation in MSW program meetings, committees, and curriculum development initiatives
Contribution to program assessment, accreditation-related activities, and continuous quality improvement
Engagement in student advising, mentoring, and support as assigned
Participation in university service activities, including committees, task forces, or faculty governance
Collaboration with colleagues to support program growth, innovation, and mission alignment

Professional Engagement

Maintain professional competence and knowledge of current trends in social work education and practice
Uphold the NASW Code of Ethics and Bellevue University policies
Engage in ongoing professional development, scholarship, or practice-related activities consistent with the role

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