51 social work jobs found in University Park, IL

Description   Governors State University (GovState)   invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Social Work within the College of Health and Human Services . We seek candidates to teach courses across micro, mezzo, and macro levels of practice primarily in the BSW program, and as needed at the MSW level. This position will start in mid-August 2026.   The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the Social Work Department ’s mission to provide “accessible and equitable education centered on developing competent social work leaders committed to social justice and transforming society one person, one community, and one system at a time.” Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.  We seek an individual who has: A demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. Significant social work practice experience.  A commitment to social...

  Description   Governors State University (GovState)   invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Social Work within the College of Health and Human Services . We seek candidates to teach courses across micro, mezzo, and macro levels of practice primarily in the BSW program, and as needed at the MSW level. This position will start in mid-August 2026.   The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the Social Work Department ’s mission to provide “accessible and equitable education centered on developing competent social work leaders committed to social justice and transforming society one person, one community, and one system at a time.” Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.  We seek an individual who has: A demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. Significant social work practice experience.  A commitment...

  Description Adjuncts are hired on a course basis each term. Salary Range for Adjuncts teaching in this academic area is $2,100.00 - $2,500.00 per course. Governors State University’s  College of Health and Human Services  seeks to create an available pool of Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach  BSW  and  MSW  Foundation Level courses and Field Practicum and Integrative Seminars. The major responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member are to have extensive practice experience, knowledge in the assigned teaching area and participate in all related curricular meetings as needed. Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a curriculum vitae, and transcripts for consideration. At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as temporary faculty with teaching responsibilities for a specific course in a semester or summer session....

Position Title: Visiting Lecturer or Clinical Assistant Professor (Non-tenure track) Department: School of Social Work Reports To: School of Social Work Director Location: On-site (River Forest Campus)     POSITION SUMMARY:   The successful candidate will help maintain and develop bilingual language and bi-cultural curriculum in areas of practice, advanced diversity, HBSE, and policy. Furthermore, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the school's overall social work curriculum, teach graduate-level courses, advise and mentor MSW students, and serve on school, college, and University committees. Faculty are supported through various professional development opportunities, mentoring, and small research grant opportunities.     DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Work collaboratively to develop MSW courses in Spanish. This includes designing courses that align with CSWE competencies....

Position Title: Visiting Assistant Professor (Non-tenure track) Department: School of Social Work Reports To: School of Social Work Director  Location: On-site (River Forest Campus)   POSITION SUMMARY:   The successful candidate will help maintain and develop bilingual language and bi-cultural curriculum in areas of practice, advanced diversity, HBSE, and policy. Furthermore, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the school's overall social work curriculum, teach graduate-level courses, advise and mentor MSW students, and serve on school, college, and University committees. Faculty are supported through various professional development opportunities, mentoring, and small research grant opportunities.     DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Work collaboratively to develop MSW courses in Spanish. This includes designing courses that align with CSWE competencies. Teach and advise students...

  Description   Governors State University (University Park, IL) is a minority serving institution inviting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Social Sciences and Secondary Education  beginning the Fall 2026 semester.    This full-time position will have the following responsibilities: teaching undergraduate and graduate social science methods courses  supervising Social Science student teachers  teaching history content area courses   Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in history, education, or a closely related field or an Ed.D. with advanced content in history or a closely related field. The candidate must hold a secondary teacher license and have a subfield or extensive training and experience in teacher education.     Qualifications include advanced knowledge in educational technology, curriculum design, and best instructional practices for teaching diverse...

  Description   Governors State University (University Park, IL) is a minority serving institution inviting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Social Sciences and Secondary Education  beginning the Fall 2026 semester.    This full-time position will have the following responsibilities: teaching undergraduate and graduate social science methods courses  supervising Social Science student teachers  teaching history content area courses   Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in history, education, or a closely related field or an Ed.D. with advanced content in history or a closely related field. The candidate must hold a secondary teacher license and have a subfield or extensive training and experience in teacher education.     Qualifications include advanced knowledge in educational technology, curriculum design, and best instructional practices for teaching diverse...

  Description Adjuncts are hired on a course basis each term. Salary Range for Adjuncts teaching in this academic area is $500.00 - $3,750.00 per course. Governors State University’s College of Arts and Sciences,  Division of Arts and Letters  seeks to create an available pool of local (Chicagoland area) Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach undergraduate, general education courses in Geography. Essential Responsibilities We are particularly interested in adjunct faculty to teach courses in the following areas: Non-Western Geography, Physical Geography, World Regional Geography, Human Geography, North American Geography. Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a curriculum vita, cover letter, transcripts and list of references for consideration. If available, please also...

  Description Governors State University’s Family Development Center Seeks to fill the position of Infant/Toddler/Two/Early Childhood Teacher . Salary range is $41,925-$54-333 depending on qualifications. The successful candidate will have the responsibility to implement a success oriented, developmentally appropriate program for Early Head Start children in a mixed age classroom ages 6 weeks to 3 years. Infant/toddler teachers integrate all aspects of Early Head Start Performance Standards,  NAEYC  standards, and Illinois Day Care Regulations into the schedule and curriculum for each child including any special items as directed including but not limited to nutrition, behavior, or Individual Family Service Plans. Infant/Toddler teachers work in teaching teams of two or three in conjunction with the Education Director to design the environment and create lesson plans to meet...

  Description GOVERNORS STATE UNIVERSITY SEEKS VISITING DIRECTOR FOR FALL 2025 SEMESTER Governors State University’s Theatre and Performance Studies program invites applications for a Visiting Director position for the 2025-2026 season, specifically Fall 2025. A $2,700.00 stipend will be offered for this assignment.   The undergraduate program in Theatre and Performance Studies  (TAPS), launched in 2014, provides students with an innovative and engaged approach to performance. Bridging theory with practice, the verbal with the visual, the major situates performance—from theatrical presentations proper to acts of everyday life—as a transformative agent of social, cultural, political, and personal change. Committed to the art of storytelling, TAPS considers performing the stories of others, as well as of the self, imperative for initiating and sustaining a dialogue of...

  Description Governors State University seeks to fill the position of Preschool Professional . Essential Responsibilities 75% 1. Under the direction of Early Childhood Teacher, implement an age appropriate, success oriented, and developmentally appropriate curriculum meeting all  NAEYC  requirements. Work as a team with the teaching team, and Lead Teacher to design an environment and activities to meet the need of individual children while remaining responsive and aware of group needs. 2. Follow and maintain daily routines and schedule for all individual children in the class. Maintain classroom management by being on the floor engaging all children in play, especially during routines such as diapering and feeding times. Create a warm and accepting environment for children, families, students, volunteers and community members. Follow all  DCFS  standards. 3. Ensure the...

  Description Governors State University seeks to fill the position of Closing Infant/Toddler Teacher . Salary is $37,537-$48,673 offer is based on experience and education. The successful candidate will have the responsibility to implement a success oriented, developmentally appropriate program for Early Head Start children in a mixed age classroom ages 6 weeks to 3 years. Early Head Start teachers integrate all aspects of Early Head Start Performance Standards,  NAEYC  standards, and Illinois Day Care Regulations into the schedule and curriculum for each child including any special items as directed including but not limited to nutrition, behavior, or Individual Family Service Plans. Early Head Start teachers work in teaching teams of two or three in conjunction with the Education Director to design the environment and create lesson plans to meet the individual health,...

Position Title: Sociology and Criminology Lecturer (Full-Time, Non-tenure-track) Department: Sociology and Criminology Reports To: Sociology and Criminology Department Chair     Position Summary:   The Department of Sociology and Criminology is seeking a critical criminologist for a full-time, non-tenure-track lecturer position with face-to-face, onsite courses as well as online courses beginning Fall 2025. The work year runs from August 15 to May 15 annually for this position.    Duties and Responsibilities:   4/4 courseload (four fall semester classes and four spring semester classes to total 24 credit/workload hours per academic year) Advising up to 25 students Service to the department and university. Service may include requests to staff events such as major's expo, attendance at department and faculty meetings, and participation in a university committee Ongoing training and professional...

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship (Tenure track) Department: Brennan School of Business Reports To: Dean of Brennan School of Business Location: On-campus (River Forest, IL) This position offers potential advancement to Associate Professor for candidates with relevant credentials and experience.    Position Summary:   Dominican University's Brennan School of Business is seeking applicants for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship for the 2025-2026 academic year, beginning in August 2025. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching to a diverse student body in the area of entrepreneurship. The preferred candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the university mission as well as to developing and sustaining a portfolio of intellectual contributions in the field of entrepreneurship. The standard teaching load for this position is 21 credit hours, which...

Position Title: Assistant Professor, Fashion Design and Merchandising (Tenure track) Department : Fashion Design and Merchandising Reports To: Department Chair Location: Om-campus (River Forest, IL) Position Available: August 2025     Position Summary:   The successful candidate will champion the program's liberal arts foundation by integrating community-based experiences, interdisciplinary relationships, and diverse perspectives into core courses essential for design and merchandising majors. This role will also align with Dominican University's mission of fostering equity, inclusion, and community engagement, with the expectation to evolve into the Department Chair position, shaping the department's strategic direction and ensuring alignment with university goals.   Duties and Responsibilities:   Teaching (7 Courses per academic year): Subjects include the history of global dress in fashion, contemporary...

TITLE: Residence Life Graduate Assistant - Chicago Campus FLSA STATUS:  EXEMPT (stipend, tuition, room & board) DEPARTMENT: Student Life REPORTS TO:   Residence Life Professional Staff   PRIMARY PURPOSE/ POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Residence Life Area Manager for the Chicago Campus (La Casa), the Graduate Assistant(s) for the Chicago Campus will focus on community development and operations functions. Graduate Assistants help foster a vibrant student community through leadership, programming, policy enforcement, resourcefulness, and support. The GA(s) in this role will also serve as a liaison with physical plant staff, custodial staff, and Campus Safety. The Graduate Assistant for Housing Services will also participate in the on-call duty rotation, other departmental duties, and annual programs, which may include, but are not limited to, training, recruitment and selection, and other departmental initiatives....

TITLE: Residence Life Graduate Assistant for Leadership and Programming FLSA STATUS:  EXEMPT (stipend, tuition, room & board) DEPARTMENT: Residence Life REPORTS TO:   Residence Life Professional Staff   PRIMARY PURPOSE/ POSITION SUMMARY: The Residence Life Graduate Assistant for Leadership and Programming (LPGA) will assist with the implementation and evaluation the residential programming model, emphasizing competencies including student engagement, positive relationships, student success, leadership, community, social justice, and wellness. The LPGA will assist in the budget management of residential programming model. The LPGA will oversee the Resident Assistant Office and assist with overseeing the resident assistants' use of the Student Involvement Resource Center (SIRC). The LPGA will assist in the on-call duty rotation, other departmental duties, and annual programs including training, recruitment selection, and other...

Adjunct Faculty, History - In Person - FA26 Adjunct Faculty, History - In Person - FA26 College of DuPage believes in the power of teaching and learning. We seek adjunct faculty members to teach History . COD faculty are committed to facilitate and support student success in learning. We strive to meet the individual educational needs of our unique, multicultural campus. The successful adjunct candidate will be committed to teaching in a multicultural environment and welcome the opportunity to work with students with diverse learning abilities. Opportunities may exist to teach a flexible schedule that may include teaching assignments during days, evenings and weekends. We invite you to join our team and apply your passion for teaching and learning! Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Adjunct Faculty instructors at College of DuPage are responsible for course planning and instruction in classroom, lab, or clinical settings, courses may be conducted in various...

Adjunct Faculty, Continuing Education - Social Ballroom Dance Adjunct Faculty, Continuing Education - Social Ballroom Dance College of DuPage believes in the power of teaching and learning. We seek adjunct faculty members to teach Social Dance . COD faculty are committed to facilitate and support student success in learning. We strive to meet the individual educational needs of our unique, multicultural campus. The successful adjunct candidate will be committed to teaching in a multicultural environment and welcome the opportunity to work with students with diverse learning abilities. We encourage applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of COD's student body and community. Opportunities may exist to teach a flexible schedule that may include teaching assignments during days, evenings and weekends. We invite you to join our team and apply your passion for teaching and learning! Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Adjunct Faculty...

Description The Office Manager is responsible for performing a variety of support duties for faculty, students, and staff within the Division of Arts and Letters. The Division of Arts and Letters (DAL) is the largest of the College of Arts and Sciences’ (CAS) two divisions, and is a dynamic, diverse division with over sixty-five faculty members, which include full-time Unit A, full-time and part-time Unit B, visiting and adjunct faculty, serving approximately 1200 students across 13 undergraduate programs, seven (7) graduate programs, 23 minors and three (3) certificates. An in-depth knowledge of the organization, programs, policies, and procedures of the unit is essential to the performance of the duties, along with the ability to use good judgment, the ability to operate computer systems, using word processing, database, and software packages, and to exercise discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information. Primary focus is clerical support for assigned DAL...