Samuel B Ariong

Social Work academic with a PhD in Social Work and Sociology from the University of Newcastle, and over 10 years of experience teaching across Australian higher education institutions. Currently a Lecturer in Social Work, with strong expertise in delivering student-centred, face-to-face and blended learning in Master and Bachelor of Social Work programs. Demonstrated ability to design and deliver engaging curriculum, coordinate subjects, assess student performance, and support diverse student cohorts.

Committed to inclusive, culturally safe teaching practices, including supporting First Nations and international students. Active researcher in mental health access and its implications for social work practice, integrating research-informed teaching into the classroom.

Lecturer; Bachelor of Social Work at National Academy of Professional Social Work (2026-07)

• Deliver lectures, tutorials, and workshops in Social Work subjects
• Coordinate units including Psychosocial Health and Wellbeing and Critical Thinking in Social Work
• Provide academic mentoring and support to diverse student cohorts
• Design and assess coursework aligned with learning outcomes and accreditation standards
• Facilitate inclusive classroom environments that promote engagement and participation

Lecturer – Master of Social Work (Part-Time) at Excelsia University College, Sydney

• Deliver lectures, tutorials, and workshops in Social Work subjects
• Coordinate units including Psychosocial Health and Wellbeing and Critical Thinking in Social Work
• Provide academic mentoring and support to diverse student cohorts
• Design and assess coursework aligned with learning outcomes and accreditation standards
• Facilitate inclusive classroom environments that promote engagement and participation

Sessional & Casual Lecturer – Social Work at Multiple Institutions (2014 – Present)

Institutions include: Australian Catholic University, Sydney Metropolitan Institute, Torrens University Australia, University of Newcastle (Wollotuka Institute)

• Delivered face-to-face and online teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate Social Work programs
• Developed and reviewed subject materials aligned with curriculum frameworks
• Marked assessments and provided constructive, timely feedback
• Supported student success through academic guidance and consultation
• Applied diverse teaching strategies to support international and non-traditional learners

Independent Examiner / Marker/ Course Moderator – Master and Bachelor of Social Work at Acknowledge Education, National Academy of Professional Studies, Southern Cross Institute (Present)

• Assess postgraduate student work in accordance with academic standards
• The moderation exercise relates to the Bachelor of Business (BBUS) – Human Services Management major and is assurance-focused and confirmatory in nature. The purpose is to verify that assessment design, marking standards, and academic outcomes remain appropriately aligned with approved unit learning outcomes, institutional academic policy, and AQF expectations. The exercise to ensure consistency, alignment, and academic integrity within the existing approved framework.

Trainee Social Work at NSW Department of Family and Community Services (2017 – 2018)

Community services and applied social work contexts at Government of Uganda, Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development/ Ministry of Water, and Environment (2003 – 2013)

PhD in Social Work and Sociology – University of Newcastle, Australia

Master of Arts in Public Administration & Management – Makerere University, Uganda

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Social Sciences – Makerere University, Uganda