Instructor, MSW Field Education- School of Social Work, 1026788
 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | |
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, remote work
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 United States, Illinois, Urbana | |
 May 29, 2026 | |
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Instructor, MSW Field Education
School of Social Work The School of Social Work seeks Job Duties and Responsibilities: Teaching/Field Liaison * Assist in planning and implementation of the School's field education program * Assist in the overall training and orientation of field instructors * Provide consultation and mediation, as necessary, to field instructors and partner organizations * Participate in selecting, monitoring and evaluating field placement sites * Evaluate student learning experiences, progress, and outcomes * Participate in the field education planning process * Teach field education seminar courses * Conduct site visits to field placements, demonstrating knowledge of field practices, procedures, and policies * Identify and develop new field placement sites, including fostering relationships with potential field instructors * Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, field instructors, and other field placement stakeholders * Monitor student progress, assessing performance and role of field placement site in education of student * Develop performance improvement plans and remediation plans for students as needed * Provide additional support to students who are members of underrepresented groups or students who are struggling in placement * Keep current with changes in practice, policy, and licensing that affect the quality of field placements Service * Participation in School committees and taskforces as appropriate to the role * Community-based public engagement * Additional responsibilities, as assigned, to support the mission of the Field Education Program and the School of Social Work Minimum Qualifications Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work with at least two years of post-graduation experience. Ability to attain LSW or LCSW in Illinois within 6 months of hire is required. Preferred Qualifications Illinois Licensed Social Worker (LSW) is preferred at the time of hire. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), prior experience as a field instructor, experience in social work education or on a university campus is highly desirable. We are especially interested in candidates who have specialized qualifications such as bilingual practice experience, PEL licensure, knowledge of social work sites in rural and urban Illinois including Chicago, Rockford, Peoria, and other strategic outreach areas. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences, as well as excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Participation in meetings and events on the Urbana campus is required. The ability to travel for site development is required, including travel across Chicagoland and throughout Illinois. About the School of Social Work, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign The University of Illinois School of Social Work takes pride in our diverse, interdisciplinary collaborations. Over the past decade, our three social work degree programs have expanded rapidly, now offering both campus-based and online teaching opportunities. Our extensive partnerships with state and community-based agencies provide fertile ground for innovative teaching and service. We are committed to educating students to work on behalf of marginalized and minoritized groups, developing responsive social welfare programs and interventions, and promoting social, racial, and This is a 100% full-time, non-tenure track, specialized faculty position with academic responsibilities, appointed on a To ensure full consideration applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on June 5, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For full consideration candidates should submit Founded in 1867 as Illinois's flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes. The university's legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career - along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role. Faculty Recruitment Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu. Requisition ID: 1036613 Apply Now
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