Instructor, English (Adult Basic Education, Tla-o-qui-aht Land-Based Learning) Job at North Island College
Posting Number
Posting Number
F0670
Position Information
Division
Access & Regions
Department
Adult Basic Education
Supervisor Title
Dean, Arts, Science & Management
Location
Ucluelet(UC)
Posting Type
Internal/External Posting
Position Status
Sessional
If Others, please specify
New Position or Replacement?
New
Position End Date (if temporary)
04/21/2023
Desired Start Date
12/26/2022
Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work)
%
25
Pay Grade
Sessional Faculty Pay Scale - Maximum Step 7
Position Summary
North Island College is hiring a sessional faculty to teach the following combined sections in support of Tla-o-qui-aht Land-Based Learning upgrading program in the 2023 Winter term at Ty-Histanis, Tla-o-qui-aht community (Ucluelet/Tofino):
The teaching faculty of North Island College is responsible for implementing the College’s vision, goals, and objectives related to teaching and learning. To carry out their teaching assignments, faculty use organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and knowledge of the subject matter, pedagogy, and curricular design. In addition, they are responsible for serving as role models for students and colleagues.
- ENG 028 (Fundamental English), ENG 035 (Intermediate English), ENG 052 (Advanced English), ENG 096 (First Peoples Literature and Composition)
The teaching faculty of North Island College is responsible for implementing the College’s vision, goals, and objectives related to teaching and learning. To carry out their teaching assignments, faculty use organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and knowledge of the subject matter, pedagogy, and curricular design. In addition, they are responsible for serving as role models for students and colleagues.
The responsibilities and typical duties listed below constitute a generic job description for teaching faculty whose responsibility may be for delivering scheduled classes, the support of self-paced, online, and distance courses, and/or instruction and supervision in laboratories and practicum shops, etc.
Position Competencies
- Creates a Positive Climate and Culture;
- Effective Communication Skills;
- Effectively Develops Goals & Objectives;
- Focuses Effectively on Key Results and Priorities;
- Demonstrates a Focus on Continuous Improvement;
- Interpersonal Effectiveness.
Duties & Responsibilities
1.0 INSTRUCTIONAL
2.0 TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF INSTRUCTIONAL FACULTY
- To plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments;
- To use a variety of approaches and materials, as appropriate, in order to address different learning needs;
- To teach in assigned subject areas and to include in courses, and in course outlines, all required subject matter or skill activity;
- To direct student learning in a positive, supportive, and caring environment;
- To be available to students regularly during scheduled office hours and classroom hours, to discuss their progress and other issues that influence their learning. (30 hours/wk.) (See Policy #3-03: Faculty Absence from Class – Cancellation of Classes);
- To clearly communicate in writing learning outcomes for programs and courses, and the way in which learners will be evaluated against those outcomes;
- To design and conduct evaluations or appraisals of students and to keep students informed of their progress;
- To submit grades in a timely manner, in accordance with Policy 4-15, Reporting Final Grades;
- To maintain records of student enrollment and achievement and other records required by the College and affiliated agencies. At the end of employment with the College, to submit marks and student records to the department Chair.
2.0 TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF INSTRUCTIONAL FACULTY
- To be aware of, and to work within, College educational policies;
- To be aware of the Education and Strategic plans and to contribute to their development and assist in the achievement of its goals and objectives;
- To advise the Department Chair, within a reasonable time frame, of items that need to be ordered so that inventories of books, supplies, and equipment are adequate for the courses taught;
- To advise the Department Chair regarding enrollment management (recruitment and retention) strategies for their areas of responsibility;
- To advise the Department Chair responsible, and the appropriate Administrator and/or Campus Health and Safety Committee, of any health and safety concerns and to assist, where possible, in rectifying the problem;
- To demonstrate knowledge of computer applications appropriate to the teaching environment;
- To maintain continuous professional development of competencies and qualifications as required in the appropriate discipline;
- To participate actively as a contributing member of the College community on College committees and other College-wide activities, where appropriate;
- To participate in department meetings and other department activities during normal working hours, when possible;
- To undertake other related responsibilities and duties which may be assigned by the College when course load permits.
Required Education & Experience
- Master’s degree in English; equivalent combination of education and related teaching experience will be considered;
- Experience teaching in a First Nations setting and with First Nations students is highly desirable;
- BC Teaching Certificate or Provincial Instructors Diploma is highly desirable;
- Minimum three years of related teaching experience, preferably in a post-secondary setting.
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills;
- Demonstrated instructional abilities, including a variety of creative and motivating approaches to stimulate learning;
- Experience with course design and delivery for diverse and inclusive learning environments;
- Experience with educational technologies, including online delivery, blended delivery, and learning management systems.
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please scan copies of your transcripts into one document for attachment. If your transcripts are not available at the time of application, please attach a letter or certificate of confirmation from the educational institution.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Open Date
12/05/2022
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
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