Sessional Instructor - Vancouver, Canada - University Canada West

University Canada West

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Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Position Job Title:
University Access Program (UAP) Sessional Instructor

Position Location:
Vancouver and/or Remote

Reports to:
UAP Department Chair

Our University Access Program (UAP) is seeking passionate learner-centered sessional instructors to teach academic English preparation courses for undergraduate and graduate students that range from CLB 5 to a CLB 8.

About University Canada West

UCW is a business and technology-oriented teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada.

Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications, and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills.

Instructors are responsible for student-centred teaching which includes interactive, engaging activities, constructive feedback towards student learning and growth, and practical, applied assessments aligned with course and program learning outcomes.

Role responsibilities include teaching, assessing student progress through grading and providing constructive feedback, working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum preparing and updating course materials, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in the field of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and related teaching implications (competencies, activities, approaches, assessments, etc.).

Specific Responsibilities

Teach all courses, as assigned, for the full duration of scheduled instruction, including on campus, online, and/or hybrid, as needed by the department.
Be fully prepared with a course syllabus and lesson plans for each class session, ensuring alignment with course learning outcomes.
Maintain complete course and student records, reports, and forms.
Communicate, meet deadlines, and seek assistance or clarification in a timely and professional manner.
Comply with and enforce UCW policies and procedures (e.g., academic) at all times.
Attend new faculty orientation, other training and professional development opportunities and stay current with developments in the field of instruction.
Maintain teaching and office hours to fulfill all contracted duties and individual professional obligations.
Participate in departmental and other special meetings.
Assist in development or revision of course outlines, syllabi, curriculum plans, and other instructional documents and to identify, develop, preview, and acquire educational resources and materials required to meet program objectives and improve student learning and instruction.
Assist with English language proficiency assessments, as needed.
Assume other necessary responsibilities and additional tasks as assigned by the department Chair or other UCW leadership to meet department or University needs.

General Requirements and Competencies

Minimum of 3 years experience teaching English for Academic Purposes (EAP) at the postsecondary level.
Minimum Master's degree in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) or related field (e.g., Master's degree in Education with specialization in TESOL or Master's degree in Linguistics with specialization in TESOL); OR Master's degree with a TESOL certification AND work experience of a minimum of 5 years teaching EAP to adults.
Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learnercentered approaches.
Excellent organizational skills: organized, accurate, and punctual with paperwork and assigned tasks.
Excellent interpersonal and crosscultural communications skills: sensitivity to the needs and expectations of students, colleagues, and community groups.
Effective presentations to small to large audiences.
Dedication to being part of a team: ability to establish and maintain effective, civil, and respectful communication and interpersonal relations.
Excellent problemsolving skills and critical thinking skills.
Personal integrity, honesty, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred

Professional experience in industry or business
Knowledge and experience in course design and development
Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Teaching experience in a country where English is not the primary language of communication.

Specific Requirements & Competencies for UAP Instructors

Effective EAP pedagogy based on recent literature on SLA theory and methodology
Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary for effective teaching in a EAP learning environment.

Application Process

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