Adjunct Lecturer in Social Work

Description

The Sociology Program at Oglethorpe University seeks an Adjunct Lecturer to teach “Methods of Social Work” for Fall 2025 – the semester begins August 25th. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to teach additional courses in the Social Work Track in future semesters. Adjunct faculty are responsible for preparing lesson plans and instructional materials or activities for class, providing students with timely feedback and keeping accurate records of student performance.

Founded in 1835, Oglethorpe University is a private liberal arts and sciences institution located in Atlanta, Georgia. Oglethorpe is committed to fostering a campus community and intellectual environment that recruits and maintains diverse faculty and staff, promotes a culture of respect for diverse experiences and perspectives, and understands and addresses the role of inequality in shaping our individual and collective identities. We value faculty mentorship and support faculty teaching, research, and development through the Office of the Provost. The university currently enrolls a diverse population of nearly 1,500 students who represent more than 30 states and 30 countries. More than half of Oglethorpe’s students identify as persons of color and 40 percent are the first in their families to attend college. Candidates from historically excluded groups, whose work furthers the institution’s diversity, equity, and inclusion goals, and who bring varied life experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW). Previous teaching experience is a plus. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter detailing their qualifications and a resume or CV. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Successful applicants will demonstrate experience with and/or enthusiasm for teaching in a liberal arts setting.  Questions may be sent to:  lhayes@oglethorpe.edu