Faculty - Social Work - College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Grand Canyon University is one of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Do you want to be part of a growing college with a servant-leader and teaching-focused mission? Are you an industry expert who wants to share your expertise as a Social Work Professional with undergraduate students?

We may have the teaching opportunity you have been looking for.

Grand Canyon University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences is seeking a full-time faculty member to teach Bachelor’s Level Social Work courses! We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of our academic community.

*Please note, this is an in person, 9-month faculty position based at GCU’s Main Campus in Phoenix, AZ.

What we are offering:

• Projected start date - August 2023.
• The opportunity to work at a thriving diverse campus.
• The opportunity to contribute to and purposefully enrich the learning and development of the next generation of Social Workers.

What you will do:

• Teach Social Work classes in an engaging manner by preparing lectures that stimulate classroom discussions.
• Network to provide internships and job placements.
• Remain current in the field of Social Work and effective teaching techniques.
• Participate in faculty and college meetings and college/university committee activities.
• Support the integrity of the GCU Christian mission, faith integration & learning outcomes.
• Provide direction to instructional assistants including norming and training in writing instruction.
• Assist students outside classroom during office hours.
• Actively engage with students outside of the classroom for special events, career preparedness, and student club activities.
• Assist in recruitment efforts to build the undergraduate program in social work.
• Participate in curriculum design & development.
• Actively participate on college and/or university committees.
• Assist the Dean and Director in developing internal and external communities that promote the major field of study, college, and University.
• Provide leadership to adjunct faculty.
• Actively engage in professional development activities.

What you will need:

• Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• At least two (2) years of post-master’s social work degree practice experience.
• Licensed Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW).
• Two years of instructional experience in social work at the post-secondary level.
• Familiarity with web enhanced instructional tools such as Angel/Blackboard/WebCT.
• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of values-based education from a Christian perspective.
• Strong communication, time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated teamwork, self-motivation, integrity, and commitment to maintaining high professional standards.

Bonus points:

• Doctorate degree in Social Work or related field (psychology, counseling, sociology, etc.).
• Research experience with social service agencies (state or non-profit) a plus.
• Publication in peer reviewed journals related to social work.
• Direct experience evaluating learner achievement, providing input into curriculum development, policy and procedure formulation, and evaluation of program effectiveness.

Why work at GCU:

• Exceptional workplace benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a 401K savings plan.
• Free covered parking, access to our state-of-the-art Campus Activity Center and onsite gym.
• We also offer full-time employees and their qualified dependents a Tuition Benefit Program of up to 100% of tuition costs.
• Generous holiday and paid time off package - we aren’t kidding, it’s good!