Job description

The Center for Education, Advocacy, and Social Justice (EASJ) at Chestnut Hill College invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Social Work and BSW Fieldwork Director.

The Bachelor of Social Work Program at Chestnut Hill College provides a student-centered collaborative learning environment to educate students how to be ethical and competent social work practitioners in a diverse global world, and is welcoming students in Fall 2026.

The Center for Education, Advocacy, and Social Justice currently offers undergraduate degree programs in:

• Early Education (PreK-4)
• Early Education (Special Education PK-12)
• Early Education Dual PreK-4 with Special Education PK-12)
• Montessori (AMS Affiliated and MACTE Accredited)
• Criminal Justice
• Pre-law & Legal Studies

The position is a 12-month, fulltime, non-tenure track, renewable position that reports to the Bachelor of Social Work Program Director.

About Chestnut Hill College

Founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph in 1924, Chestnut Hill College is an independent, Catholic institution rooted in a strong liberal arts tradition that fosters equality through holistic education. Distinguished by its strong mission, collegial environment, and dedication to personalized instruction through a small faculty-to-student ratio, the College promotes the spiritual, academic, social, ethical, and moral development of the whole person. Located in the charming Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Northwest Philadelphia, it serves a culturally diverse student body.

Requirements: 

• Masters of Social Work (MSW) or Doctorate in Social Work (DSW).
• Minimum of 2 years post-MSW professional social work experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of CSWE field education standards and social work ethics.
• Prior experience in social work field education (e.g., field instructor, field liaison, or field director).
• Familiarity with diverse student populations and a commitment to inclusive education.
• Classroom teaching experience at a college or university is required and hybrid/online teaching experience is preferred (please include a list of classes taught). Candidate should be able to provide evidence of effective college-level teaching (i.e., student and/or performance evaluations)
• Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment.
• Administrative experience managing curricula, cultivating and maintaining site relationships and placements, scheduling, advising students, working with CSWE standards and accreditation, and collaborating with faculty colleagues is required
• Evidence of peer reviewed publications and national conference presentations or strong potential for publication is a plus.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the College’s Mission and Core Values, including a shared dedication to inclusive, mission-driven education that supports the development of the whole person.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching/administration, scholarship, and service to the College, to the profession, and to the community.
• Develop, maintain, and evaluate field education placements in alignment with CSWE accreditation standards.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the social work program, students, and community agencies, inclusive of the administrative responsibilities required to support the fieldwork program.
• Provide orientation, training, and ongoing support for field instructors and agency partners.
• Advise and support BSW students throughout the field placement process, including placement matching and resolution of field-related concerns.
• Teach field-related courses (e.g., field seminar).
• Participate in program assessment, curriculum development, and CSWE reaffirmation activities.
• Work with students from the BSW Student Advisory Council on issues related to fieldwork placements
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of all field-related activities.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit a complete application package that includes a cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position, a current curriculum vitae (CV), a teaching philosophy statement, a list of courses previously taught at the higher education level, and the names and contact information for three professional references.

Application materials should be submitted electronically through the College’s employment portal via ADP Workforce Now HERE. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. No phone calls, please.

Chestnut Hill College is committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion as a core value. To foster an inclusive community and support our diverse student body, we embrace equal access. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and encourage applications from groups historically underrepresented in higher education. We are committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum.