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Part Time Faculty - Natural Resources

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a general call out for individuals that have extensive experience in Natural Resources and are interested in applying that experience in the classroom to help others learn. Contract faculty can teach one course a week or multiple courses. If you are looking for a part time job that is rewarding and challenging please consider applying. 

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Part Time Faculty - Natural Resources
Posting Type Temporary
End Date (if applicable)
Position Number P99006
Job Type Part-Time
Location/Campus
Position Reports to Associate Dean - School of Engineering
Position Summary

In keeping with our strategic plan commitment to fostering Access and Success, Community Prosperity and Institutional Excellence, we encourage applications from persons of Indigenous ancestry. In accordance with Confederation College’s core values of respect, caring and openness we are committed to providing our current and future employees with a workplace that is safe, healthy and fair. As such we are fragrance free, fully accessible and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact Human Resources Services at (807) 475-6148 to make appropriate arrangements.

Class Definition
Job Details
  • Bring excitement, enthusiasm and commitment to the following program areas within the College’s School Engineering Technology and Trades:
    • Environmental Technician
    • Forestry Technician – Ecosystem Management

  • Design, develop and deliver courses and/or labs;
  • Engage students in the classroom and lab environment, in both traditional classroom settings and through distance delivery, ensuring learner awareness of curriculum, their academic progression and evaluation of learning;
  • Provide a learning environment that makes effective use of available resources while incorporating a variety of teaching and learning strategies to meet various learning styles;
  • Evaluate student progress and achievement using a variety of evaluative tools;
  • Actively contribute to and care about our student success;
  • Assist, advise, coach and mentor students with course choices, career possibilities and opportunities to continue their education at an advanced level;
  • Contribute to the regular and ongoing development of the School’s programs; and
  • Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Job Requirements

A detailed description of responsibilities per the classification definition of Professor is available in the Academic Collective Agreement (http://www.thecouncil.on.ca/). This position involves up to 36 weeks of assigned contact per academic year and may be in any of three semesters at the College’s discretion and may include weekend work.

Candidates must possess the following:
  • Completion of a postsecondary qualification (degree preferred) in a discipline related to the subject matter to be taught;
  • Expertise and progressively responsible experience in the applicable discipline;
  • Expertise in both stand-up delivery and distributed learning.
The preferred candidate will have:
A Master’s level degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. diploma/degree together with a degree in Education and/or extensive industry experience);
Teaching or training experience at the postsecondary or corporate level;
Knowledge of and/or experience working with First Nations, Metis and/or Inuit communities, with a focus on those in the College’s catchment area;
Knowledge of and/or experience teaching or working with International students/colleagues representative of our student population;
A commitment to education equity to teach diverse student populations and work with colleagues or clients from various backgrounds;
Proven ability to excel in a team environment and a demonstrated commitment to life-long learning;
Curriculum and/or program development experience is desirable, including innovative classroom presentation techniques; and
Additional experience in alternate delivery strategies, student success strategies, academic advising, adult learning theories, and educational applications of computer technologies.
Additional experience in some of the following areas would be an asset:
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The successful applicant will be required to submit a criminal background check with vulnerable sector screening prior to commencement of employment. 


 

In keeping with our strategic plan commitment to fostering Access and Success, Community Prosperity and Institutional Excellence, we encourage applications from persons of Indigenous ancestry.

Position Details

Hours of Work
Hours of Work
Shift Type
Contract Duration (if applicable)
Type of Position Part-Time Professor
Posting Number AC-23-14P
Open Date 06/29/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
This is a general call out for individuals that have extensive experience in Natural Resources and are interested in applying that experience in the classroom to help others learn. Contract faculty can teach one course a week or multiple courses. If you are looking for a part time job that is rewarding and challenging please consider applying. 
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://confederationcollege.peopleadmin.ca/postings/4154

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter (Address to Human Resources)
Optional Documents