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Part-Time Instructor of Social WorkInsideHigherEd • Dalton, Georgia, United States
Part-Time Instructor of Social Work

Part-Time Instructor of Social Work

InsideHigherEd • Dalton, Georgia, United States
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Job Title : Part-Time Instructor of Social Work

Location : Dalton State College

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Full / Part Time : Part-Time

Job ID : 287161

About Us

Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia , we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.

Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.

Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal / College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by ModernThink, along with an Honor Roll distinction.

Job Summary

Dalton State College School of Health Professions seeks part-time instructors for Social Work. The position is temporary, part-time and a semester-by-semester agreement will be based on need. Must have a master's degree in social work from a CSWE accredited program and a minimum of three year's practice experience. LMSW or LCSW licensure preferred, not required Teaching experience in a higher education setting strongly desired or work as a social work field instructor. Bilingual Spanish / English preferred.

The Dalton State Social Work program is fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. This position should be a clinician able to teach across the BSW curriculum and specifically generalist micro practice courses.

Review of applications will begin on August 4, 2025.

A complete application includes :

  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
  • Transcripts of all college work (undergraduate and graduate). Unofficial transcripts will suffice for initial screening, however official transcripts will be required upon employment
  • At least three professional references that include full name, job title, organization, phone number and email address, and a brief, one sentence, description of your relationship with the reference. References should be with current and / or past employers.

Responsibilities

Major Duties

  • Teach undergraduate social work courses primarily micro- practice courses.
  • The teaching load is typically one course (3 or 4 credit hours). Candidate must be willing to accommodate a variety of learning styles and strategies in instructional delivery. Courses are taught on-campus; this is not an online teaching position. Assessment of student competency is also part of the position responsibilities (for both SACS and CSWE).

    Required Qualifications

    Educational Requirements

  • Applicants must hold a master's in social work from a CSWE accredited program.
  • Three years of post-MSW practice experience as a generalist social worker primarily at the micro-level.
  • An understanding of and ability to teach and uphold the National Association of Social Workers ethical standards and the Council on Social Work Education Professional Competencies.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • College classroom teaching experience in a generalist social work program and familiarity with the Council on Social Work Education accreditation standards.
  • LMSW licensure in good standing, in the state of Georgia or Tennessee or LCSW licensure in the state of Georgia or Tennessee or licensure eligible in immediate future.
  • Bilingual English / Spanish.
  • Required Documents to Attach

    A complete application includes :

  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
  • Transcripts of all college work (undergraduate and graduate). Unofficial transcripts will suffice for initial screening, however official transcripts will be required upon employment
  • At least three professional references that include full name, job title, organization, phone number and email address, and a brief, one sentence, description of your relationship with the reference. References should be with current and / or past employers.
  • Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Applicants must hold a MSW from a CSWE accredited program.
  • Practice experience in micro social work, additional mezzo / macro / meta experience is beneficial.
  • Evidence of teaching / classroom effectiveness.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach in face-to-face classrooms.
  • Willingness to accommodate a variety of learning styles and use applied learning approaches.
  • All employees of Dalton State College are expected to support the DSC Vision, Mission and Values and foster an environment of diversity in culture, thought and experience.
  • An understanding of, and ability to uphold, professional values and ethics as identified by the National Association of Social Workers.
  • An understanding of, and ability to demonstrate and teach, the Social Work competencies as identified by the Council on Social Work Education.
  • All candidates for faculty positions should be able to demonstrate the ability to successfully educate and empower the DSC student population.
  • USG Core Values

    The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

    Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

    Conditions of Employment

    Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Dalton State College, as determined by Dalton State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of Dalton State College (DSC). As a member of the University System of Georgia, we follow the Board of Regents' policy, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any DSC program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

    All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure, shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for all such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the individual is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution's ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

    Dalton State College is an Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact Dalton State College's Office of Human Resources at 706-272-2034. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 706-272-2034.

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