Adjunct Social Work professor jobs

Frequently asked questions

What qualifications do I need to teach adjunct social work?

Most adjunct social work positions require a MSW from a CSWE-accredited program (DSW or PhD preferred for graduate-level teaching). Community colleges and online universities have more flexibility on credentials; four-year universities and graduate programs are stricter.

How much do adjunct social work professors earn per course?

Adjunct social work pay typically falls in the $2,000–$7,000 per 3-credit course range. Community colleges and online-first universities (SNHU, UMGC, Liberty) sit at the lower end ($2,000–$3,500). Four-year university extension programs and graduate-level social work courses pay $3,500–$7,000+.

What social work courses do adjuncts typically teach?

The most common adjunct social work teaching assignments are introductory and gen-ed courses with high enrollment: Introduction to Social Work, Human Behavior in the Social Environment (HBSE), Social Work Practice with Individuals, Social Welfare Policy, and similar undergraduate sections.

Can I teach adjunct social work online or remote?

Yes — every major online university (SNHU, UMGC, Western Governors, Liberty, Grand Canyon, Walden) hires online social work adjuncts, and most community colleges and four-year universities now offer asynchronous online sections in social work. Filter the listings above by modality "Online" to see only remote-eligible roles.

How competitive are adjunct social work positions?

Competition varies by institution tier. Brand-name universities and tenure-track-adjacent roles are very competitive; online-first universities, community colleges, and continuing education programs maintain large rolling adjunct pools and hire continuously.