MSW Instructor/Assistant ProfessorDepartment: Social WorkLocation: Online (Remote)Type: Faculty, 9-monthProposed Start Date: August 2026Pay: $52,000 to $62,000 per year (Pay range may vary based on geographic location)Columbia College is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. The college maintains a safe place for open discourse and overall, fosters a sense of community that welcomes everyone.Description:Columbia College (MO) is seeking a passionate, motivated, and innovative faculty member to join our newly established online MSW program. This is a full-time (9-month) instructor (non-tenure) or Assistant Professor (tenure-track) position starting in August 2026. Be a part of a dedicated, engaged, and well-respected faculty that support innovation and creativity, with a strong dedication to academic excellence and accessible education.The MSW program at Columbia College (MO) currently holds pre-candidacy status with the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), with an anticipated full accreditation date of October 2027. We are currently seeking to build a dynamic team of professionals committed to educational excellence. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and growth of a new academic program. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching, professional development, and service.Essential Functions:

Participate in curriculum development and review to ensure that components align with CSWE competencies and professional standards;
Teach MSW and/or related courses utilizing a variety of teaching strategies to engage students in learning;
Provide guidance and support to students through student professional advisement;
Monitor student progress and performance, ensuring compliance with program requirements and professional standards;
Engage in professional development activities; and
Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and other activities as required.

Qualifications:Required QualificationsThe successful candidate for Instructor (non-tenure) will hold a Master's in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program and two or more years of post-MSW practice experience. The successful candidate for Assistant Professor (tenure-track) will hold a MSW from a CSWE-accredited program with 2 years of post-MSW practice experience and a Ph.D. or DSW.Preferred QualificationsThe ideal candidate will hold a Master's-level license in their respective state; experience providing effective student-centered teaching and classroom management strategies which enhance the success of diverse learners; experience with innovative teaching approaches and use of distance education technologies in teaching; and experience with online course development. Candidates that reflect the diversity of the College's student population and surrounding community are strongly encouraged to apply.About Columbia College:Founded in 1851, Columbia College is dedicated to improving lives through higher education. As a private, coeducational liberal arts and sciences college, the College takes pride in its small classes, experienced faculty, and quality educational programs. Offering bachelor's and master's degrees, Columbia College has a traditional campus and active evening program in Columbia, Missouri, more than 20 additional venues in 11 states, and a robust online presence. Columbia College reflects the growing diversity of the United States, with nearly 46 percent of its undergraduates self-identifying as members of historically underrepresented groups, which include more than 25 percent identifying as Black/African American and 11 percent as Hispanic/Latinx. Spurred by the creative ingenuity of faculty and staff and the financial commitment by the Board of Trustees, Columbia College is investing in the development of multiple new programs and the hiring of faculty to support new and existing undergraduate and graduate programs. It is an exciting time at Columbia College!To Apply:Interested applicants may apply online at . Date of first consideration is November 15, 2025 and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Columbia College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

Completed Columbia College application
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Teaching philosophy
Names and contact information for three references from professional colleagues
Copies of transcripts (official transcripts are required before employment)

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive of every duty and responsibility required by the employee in the position.Eligibility for employee benefits and perks is determined by employment status. For more information please see .The offer of employment and assignment to duties is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check. The information may include, but is not limited to, academic, residential, achievement, performance, attendance, disciplinary, employment history, credit history, driving history, and criminal history of public record.Columbia College is an equal opportunity employer.In compliance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Department of Campus Safety for Columbia College has provided the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report and crime statistics for the main campus and venues nationwide.Columbia College is required to distribute this information to all current and prospective employees and students. Please follow the link below for the full report or contact Human Resources at 573-875-7495 for a printed copy.

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