FT Faculty/Coordinator-Human Services amp Pre-Social Work-Non-Tenure Spring 2023-Internal Only

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About Raritan Valley Community College:

Ranked by BestColleges.com and Niche.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory, a 1,000-seat Theatre, an Honors College for high achieving students and much more.

The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training, small business assistance through the Small Business Development Center, professional development, and adult and youth personal enrichment courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu

Job Description:

Raritan Valley Community College strives to prepare students for the challenges of the ever-changing global community. Interested applicants should be innovative and entrepreneurial individuals that understand the demands of a global workforce with an emphasis on creative thinking and effective communication.

Non-Tenure Full-Time Instructor and Program Coordinator to oversee program while supporting adjunct instructors, students, and department for the Spring 2023 semester.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

General departmental responsibilities:

Teach courses in varied modalities, times, and locations to support institutional needs.

Assist in maintenance and development of disciplinary curricula.

Commitment to the principles of a learning centered institution.

Develop a syllabus for each course taught using College and departmental guidelines.

Demonstrate a commitment to teaching effectiveness and on-going pedagogical professional development, including utilizing innovative technologies as well as skills for teaching in remote modalities.

Demonstrate on-going professional development within the discipline.

Demonstrate a commitment to working with a diverse student body and college community.

Assist with departmental strategic planning and outcomes assessment.

Regularly evaluate students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives, and inform them, in a timely manner, of their progress.

Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication and other appropriate methods.

Work to maintain professional relationships with students and members of the college community.

Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary department which includes serving on college-wide committees that require departmental representation.

Participate in student advising.

Adhere to College policies and procedures.

Other department duties as assigned.

Program Coordination and Discipline specific responsibilities:

Prep and teach four courses: Introduction to Social Work (HMNS 102), Human Behavior & the Social Environment (HMNS 201), Interviewing & Counseling Skills (HMNS 205), and Poverty & Society (HMNS 109).

Meet with students as needed re: summer/fall course registration and summer field placement assistance.

Support adjunct instructors as needed.

Complete course assessment for four spring courses.

Secure new field placements in coordination with Director of Careers and Experiential Learning.

Represent discipline at Open Houses and Career Fairs.

Collaborate with Resource Center leadership for spring semester Voices of Poverty event.

Requirements:

Master's degree in social work.

Clinical/direct practice experience.

Familiarity with College Orientation curriculum and purpose.

Familiarity with core social work curriculum and field requirements.

Knowledge of the sociology of poverty.

Morning, afternoon, and evening availability to meet spring scheduling needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified LSW or LCSW.

Prior Community College teaching experience.

Online and/or Hybrid teaching experience.

Additional Information:

Availability:

Immediate availability required to review coordination responsibilities and prepare for 4 preps before current program coordinator leaves for the semester to ensure program continuity.

Application Instructions:

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

Please submit a cover letter, current resume/vita and unofficial transcripts online by clicking the apply now button.

Initial salary and rank will be based on the successful candidate's educational qualifications and professional experience. The College also offers an attractive employee benefits package.

We regret that we are unable to respond individually to each application. Applicants chosen for further consideration will be contacted directly.

Company info

Raritan Valley Community College
Website : http://www.raritanval.edu