Instructor, Indigenous Leadership Certificate - Courtenay, Canada - North Island College

North Island College

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Courtenay, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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New Position or Replacement?

New
Position End Date (if temporary)
07/28/2023
Desired Start Date
05/01/2023
Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work)
This posting is for an offering of ABG 100: Histories and Impacts of Colonization, in a digital, asynchronous format.
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25
Pay Grade
Sessional Faculty Pay Scale
Maximum Step 7
Position Summary
This course provides an exploration of the historical relationships, colonial contexts, and social, economic and political influences that have impacted Aboriginal peoples and communities. Students will examine precontact ways of knowing, grounded in local teachings, while exploring the ramifications of the process of colonization, including treaties, the Indian Act, residential schools, and other legislative attempts to assimilate Aboriginal peoples into Euro-Canadian sociopolitical paradigm.
The responsibilities and typical duties listed below constitute a generic job description for teaching faculty whose responsibility may be for the delivery of scheduled classes, the support of selfpaced, online, and distance courses, and/or instruction and supervision in laboratories, practicums, 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
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 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 #303: 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 415, 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 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 Collegewide 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 a related field
Three years demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations.
Preference will be given to qualified instructors with Indigenous Ancestry.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Ability to demonstrate effective team behaviours, support cooperative and effective working relationships and contribute to shared team goals;
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
Demonstrated excellent instructional abilities, using creative and motivating approaches to stimulate learning;
Excellent organizational and time management s