Career Opportunities at SSW and UMB

University of Maryland School of Social Work Opportunities for Faculty & Staff

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MSW Teaching Opportunities

Become an Adjunct Instructor

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Prepares students for clinical or macro-level practice through coursework and a supervised practicum. Course formats include in-person, hybrid, and online (synchronous and asynchronous). Class sizes range from 18 to 26 students. Blackboard is the learning management system. 

MSW Course Schedule
  • Mondays: 9:00–12:00, 2:00–5:00, 6:00–9:00
  • Tuesdays: 6:00–9:00 (online synchronous only)
  • Wednesdays: 2:00–5:00, 6:00–9:00
  • Thursdays: 6:00–9:00 (online synchronous only)
  • Fridays: 9:00–12:00
  • Saturdays: 9:00–12:00, 1:00–4:00
Faculty Supports and Benefits
  • Instructional design, tech support, administrative support, and student services
  • Professional development and training sessions
  • Open space meetings
  • Access to library resources
  • Microsoft 365 tools
  • Supportive teaching observation during the first semester
Adjunct Faculty Pay Structure
Rank
Rate per 3-Credit Course
Eligibility Criteria
Adjunct I $4,500
  • All instructors start at this level.
Adjunct II $5,000
  • Taught 12 3-credit courses
  • 3 years teaching experience
  • Strong teaching evaluations
Adjunct III $5,500
  • Taught 20 3-credit courses
  • 10 years teaching experience
  • Strong teaching evaluations
MSW Teaching Timeline
  • A pool of adjuncts is maintained to staff MSW courses
  • Submitting an application is the only action you need to take to be considered for a teaching opportunity
  • If there is an opportunity based on the campus, format, and days/times an applicant provides, the Office of Academic Affairs will reach out to schedule a screening interview
  • Teaching opportunities are typically offered 2–3 months before the semester
  • Courses are confirmed 1 month prior to the start of the semester
  • Semester start dates:
    • Fall: Late August
    • Spring: January
    • Summer: Late May/Early June

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Practicum Educational Opportunities

Practicum Liaisons & Seminar Instructors

Support MSW students through practicum oversight and reflective learning.
  • Practicum liaisons serve as the connection between students, agencies, and the School, monitoring progress and supporting field learning.
  • Seminar instructors lead monthly small-group sessions focused on identity, anti-oppression, and professional integration using inquiry-based learning.
Apply here:

Faculty Liaison Application »

Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Opportunities

Continuing Professional Education Instructors

Lead workshops and trainings for licensed professionals through one of the nation’s largest social work continuing education programs. CPE seeks instructors with expertise in clinical practice, ethics, supervision, leadership, and emerging topics such as trauma-informed care and anti-oppression.
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DSW Teaching Opportunities

Become a DSW Adjunct Instructor

Doctor of Social Work (DSW)

A three-year, cohort-based advanced practice doctorate for experienced social workers. Focuses on clinical expertise, leadership, supervision, teaching, and applied research. Courses are delivered through monthly in-person weekend sessions on the Baltimore campus.

DSW Course Schedule

Faculty Supports and Benefits

  • Instructional design, tech support, administrative support, and student services
  • Professional development and training sessions
  • Open space meetings
  • Access to library resources
  • Microsoft 365 tools
  • Supportive teaching observation during the first semester
DSW Teaching Timeline
  • A pool of adjuncts is maintained to staff DSW courses
  • Submitting an application is the only action you need to take to be considered for a teaching opportunity
  • If there is an opportunity based on the days/times an applicant provides, the DSW program will reach out to schedule a screening interview
  • Teaching opportunities are typically offered 2–3 months before the semester
  • Courses are confirmed 1 month prior to the start of the semester
  • Semester start dates:
    • Summer Intensive: 8/10/26-8/14/26  
    • Fall: Late September
    • Spring: January

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