Instructor, Recreation - Nanaimo, BC, Canada - Vancouver Island University

Vancouver Island University Nanaimo, BC, Canada

2 weeks ago

Description

With a teaching philosophy that involves applied and experiential learning, develop and prepare lessons, instruct, assess and grade student achievements in Recreation and Tourism programs.

Assist students individually through scheduled office hours and supervise graduate students.
CONV credits) Introduction to Tourism
RMGT credits) Marketing Recreation Experiences
TOUR credits) Tourism Management Principles and Practice
TOUR credits) Market Research in Tourism
TRMT credits) Experiential Product Development in Tourism
TRMT credits) Project Management
Please be specific and include information related to any past teaching experience.
Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning and student success through scholarship and institutional service.

A Doctoral degree related to Tourism Management, Recreation or Leisure from an appropriately accredited institution and recent and relevant teaching and research experience is required.

This position requires expertise in research methods and quantitative data analysis in the broad area of tourism, recreation, leisure management such as, experiential tourism, event management, tourist motivations and behaviours and/or recreation management and leadership.

A strong focus on teaching and student learning, demonstrated competency working effectively in a team-oriented environment and responsiveness to diverse learning styles, cultural and academic backgrounds.

Excellent communication skills, with a strong interest and proven abilities in working in a cross cultural and learning-centered environment, diverse learning styles, cultural and academic backgrounds.

Experience in undergraduate and graduate level teaching and supervision through the thesis research process.

Ability to engage learners in experiential education, enable community engagement, and demonstrate a commitment to the scholarship of teaching, learning and applied research.

A track record of involving students in research or scholarly activity.
ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan.

As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development.

The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.
however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students.

In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences.

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