Limited Term Contract Instructor, Recreation and Tourism - Nanaimo, Canada - Vancouver Island University

Description

Duties:

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.

Representative courses may include:

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To assist us in our selection, identify the areas you are qualified to teach in your application. 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. Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student support; institutional, faculty and departmental committee meetings and other initiatives; and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.

Required Qualifications:

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. Doctoral candidates (ABD) will be considered if the candidate can demonstrate completion within 6 months of appointment start date. 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; 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.