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UNIVERSITY COLLEGECAYMAN ISLANDS

Adjunct Lecturer – Social Work

Division: Humanities and Social Sciences

About UCCI

UCCI is a growing intellectual community of leaders and trailblazers, with 1,200 students and 70 full-time faculty and staff representing 30 nationalities and a wide range of expertise and experience.

Minimum Qualifications

  • A degree in Social Work, with preference for MSW or an equivalent graduate qualification.
  • Experience in social work practice and social work field education within the Cayman Islands.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Demonstrated expertise in Social Work practice and/or social work education.
  • Prior teaching experience at the tertiary level is an asset.
  • Relevant professional/industry experience in areas of competence is desirable.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to build effective working relationships.
  • High level of integrity in managing confidential and sensitive matters.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with commitment to collegial and collaborative work.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the delivery of high-quality teaching aligned with the University’s mission and core commitments.
  • Design, prepare and develop course materials.
  • Deliver lectures, seminars, tutorials and/or online sessions according to assigned teaching load.
  • Assess and grade coursework, maintain accurate student records, and submit results on time.
  • Provide academic support and monitor student progress.
  • Facilitate workshops, tutorials and other learning experiences.
  • Work collaboratively with the Dean and Programme Director to support effective programme delivery.
  • Ensure course quality and compliance with UCCI Curriculum Committee standards.
  • Implement innovative and effective pedagogical approaches reflecting current research and best practice.

Compensation

KYD $45.39 per contact hour

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter and CV outlining experience relevant to the discipline to recruitment@ucci.edu.ky by 02 January 2026.

“Caymanians/Caymanian Status holders, persons married to Caymanians, and Permanent Residents are preferred.”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.