Probationary Regular - New Westminster, Canada - Douglas College

Douglas College

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New Westminster, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Work Arrangements

The English Department in the Faculty of Language, Literature and Performing Arts is seeking to hire one probationary regular instructor and expand its list of contract instructors qualified to teach (QTT) courses in academic writing and literature.
There is one fulltime probationary regular instructor position available, starting on January 3, 2024. The teaching rotation for this position is Winter courses) and Summer courses) with a nonteaching semester in Fall 202
There are contract sections available for Winter 202
Please, note that this is not an EAP or ESL teaching position.
Workload is assigned each year based on available sections.
What Douglas Offers

DO what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best colleges even better.

The Role

The English Department in the Faculty of Language, Literature and Performing Arts is seeking to hire one probationary regular instructor and expand its list of contract instructors qualified to teach (QTT) courses in academic writing and literature.

Responsibilities

As an instructor in the English Department, you will

- develop course outlines following curriculum guidelines,
- select appropriate textbooks and create teaching materials,
- deliver high-quality learner-centred instruction,
- design assignments and assessment criteria,
- evaluate student progress,
- hold regular office hours, and
- maintain currency in the field through regular professional development.

In addition, as a probationary regular instructor, you will
- participate in curriculum revisions and development,
- attend departmental and Faculty-wide meetings, and
- participate in department and Faculty-wide committees.

To Be Successful in this Role You Will Need- A minimum of a Master's degree in English Literature or equivalent (Ph.
D. preferred)

A minimum of 2 years of experience teaching postsecondary credit courses, preferably in both academic writing and literature
The ability to work collaboratively with others, excellent communication skills, demonstrated initiative, selfdirectedness, and

- evidence of ongoing professional development.

Evidence of experience with content and pedagogical approaches in Indigenous Studies would be an asset.