Job Description

Join the Renewed Seneca, The Next Seneca.

At Seneca Polytechnic, we offer a flexible working environment that supports innovative thinking and encourages exploring new ideas and approaches. As we adapt to an ever-changing landscape, we continue to promote opportunities for career growth and development. We focus on health and well-being in all ways to provide great employee experience.

Position Summary:

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Reporting to the Chair of the School of Environmental and Civil Engineering Technology, the professor is responsible for preparing, and delivering courses within the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering Technology (FASET), ensuring an effective and compelling learning environment for students.

Program Area/Level:

The Environmental Landscape Management (ELM) Program is seeking subject matter experts to teach Integrated Pest Management courses.

Responsibilities:

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Under the direction of the senior academic officer of Seneca or designate, the Professor is responsible for:

Teaching:

Ensuring student awareness of course objectives, approach and evaluation techniques. Incorporating active learning strategies in flexible and in-person classes Implementing appropriate educational technology and tools in flexible and in-person classes. Carrying out regularly scheduled instruction, which may include tutoring and academic counselling of students. Providing a learning environment, which makes effective use of available resources, and work experience. Evaluating student progress/achievement and assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the student's work within assigned courses.

Course and Curriculum Development:

Ensuring an equitable and accessible learning community in flexible and in-person classes. Assessing students based on formative and summative assessments (alternative and authentic) for flexible and in-person classes. Consulting with program and course directors and other faculty members, advisory committees, accrediting agencies, potential employers and students. Defining course objectives, and evaluating and validating these objectives. Specifying or approving learning approaches, necessary resources, etc. Developing individualized instruction and multi-media presentations where applicable.

Qualifications:

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Education

A relevant degree or diploma combined with industry credentials. A pesticide license (Ontario Applicator License) is required or considered a strong asset

Experience

Minimum three (3) years of related industry experience.

Skills

Demonstrated competencies to deliver in-person and flexible teaching. Excellent presentation, communication, and human relation skills to interact effectively with Seneca's diverse staff and student population are required, as is an understanding of and commitment to equity in education. Commitment to a team approach for problem-solving and conflict resolution.

Note:

A teaching demonstration may be required during the recruitment process.

Job Details

External Posting Date:

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

External Closing Date:

Friday, December 19, 2025

Pay Range:

Dependent on experience

Hours:

TBD

Work Type:

Flex Delivery: in-person, online, hybrid and flexible

Shift:

TBD

Ideal Start Date:

1/5/26

End Date:

Number of Openings:

1

Posting Intent:

Immediate Need

Job Type:

Part-Time, Temporary


Note: As part of our pre-employment process, we validate employment and education credentials at the time of an offer. For professor positions, we require copies of official transcripts directly from the issuing institution or credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS). However, we recommend that candidates gather any supporting documentation (e.g., unofficial transcripts, scan of credentials) in advance to support their applications in the event that they are successful in the hiring process.

Seneca Polytechnic at a Glance

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Seneca is Canada's leading, and Ontario's first, polytechnic with more than 40,000 full-time students and 23,000 part-time students. Since opening our doors for the first time more than 55 years ago, we remain dedicated to getting our students career and world-ready.


None of this happens without the exceptional employees of Seneca - the faculty, support staff and administrators - who show their commitment to our students and their success every day. The student experience. The employee experience. The community experience. The Seneca experience is a differentiator.

Our Commitment

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We are proud to be building the equitable Seneca, and welcome applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of lived experiences, perspectives, and approaches. Joining Seneca means being part of an inclusive community working hard to dismantle barriers to access, student success, and employee potential. Learn more about how we are building an equitable Seneca

Accessibility

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Seneca is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Upon request, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact jobs@senecapolytechnic.ca.