Job Description

Job Number: J0523-1108

Job Title: Associate Faculty - Communications

Job Type: Part-Time - Associate Faculty

Location: Sarnia, Ontario, Canada

Job Category: Academic

Closing Date: August 11, 2023

Department: School of Business, English & Liberal Studies

Reporting Manager: Associate Dean School of Business

Located on the beautiful homeland that is the traditional territory of the Ojibwe, Potawatomi and Odawa First Nations, for over 50 years, Lambton College has been a ground-breaking institution. Lambton College is a national leader in applied research, teaching methodologies, experiential learning opportunities and future-facing educational innovations. With 13,000+ students from 20 countries around the world, two main campuses in Sarnia, Ontario, and a growing roster of more than 90 diploma, certificate and degree programs, Lambton College offers students flexible learning options with a broad range of programs and courses that incorporate elements of classroom, mobile, hybrid and accelerated educational alternatives.

Lambton College currently ranks third overall in Canada, and second overall in Ontario for Research in addition to maintaining a ranking within the top 4 Colleges for Research in Canada for seven straight years.

At Lambton College, we\'re proud of where we have been, but more importantly, where we are going, together. With Caring and Vitality as two of our core values at Lambton College, you know you\'ll be joining a team of passionate and fun colleagues.

About the Position:

We are seeking qualified faculty for the following subject areas:

*Communications

Lambton College of Applied Arts & Technology invites applications from qualified and passionate individuals interested in teaching on a part-time basis for The School of Business, and School of English & Liberal Studies commencing August 2023, pending sufficient enrolment.

Specific Accountabilities:

• Create a positive teaching and learning environment;
• Prepare and/or update lesson plans;
• Provide innovative course instruction that uses a variety of teaching and assessment methodologies that are in accordance with curriculum standards and direction of the College.
• Prepare, administer, and grade student assessments including detailed feedback;
• Monitor student performance, maintain progress reports and facilitate student success;
• Communicate with students in a timely manner;
• Follow the Academic Calendar and the policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will possess as a minimum an Honours Bachelor\'s degree in English or related area with preference for a Master of English or related area.

Successful candidates will be passionate about teaching, possess an entrepreneurial spirit, and be dedicated to developing young hearts and minds to serve local and global communities. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment and capacity for teaching excellence, student engagement, scholarly activity, global citizenship, equity, diversity and inclusion.

Candidates who demonstrate knowledge or competency in the following academic skills and abilities will be given preference: curriculum design; instructional design and delivery; active, collaborative learning techniques; effective assessment and evaluation of learning; appropriate use of technology for teaching and learning; a track record of professional and academic development.

For all positions, applicants will be excellent communicators with the ability to provide exceptional customer service to a diverse student population. Applicants should possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff and be a cooperative team player who operates under a student-centered philosophy.

Lambton College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Lambton College is an equal opportunity employer seeking to live its values in all we do. We are committed to taking proactive steps to provide and create opportunities for historically marginalized groups. We seek applicants who will strengthen our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strongly encourage the following qualified candidates: women, Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ to consider working with and for Lambton College.
We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications, and therefore we seek to use employment equity to differentiate between candidates who meet the required qualifications; and encourage people to apply even if they feel that the position would be a stretch.

Employee Perks:

Lambton College provides a wide range of exciting opportunities for both unionized and non-unionized positions with competitive total compensation packages, wages and benefits.

Investing in our People:

Lambton College is committed to the personal and professional growth of all our employees. Employees of Lambton College are incredibly valued and part of a transformative adventure. They enjoy an engaging and vibrant culture where they are encouraged to realize their full potential via development opportunities and accessible, supportive employee wellness initiatives.

Lifetime Retirement Pension - Defined Benefit Pension Plan:

Our employee benefit package includes a defined benefit pension to help you create a secure future. The CAAT Pension Plan provides you with a predictable lifetime retirement income, survivor benefits, early retirement options, and more without the stress of making investment decisions. CAAT makes it easy for you to build stable, secure retirement income while you work.

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