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- 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 teach in assigned subject areas and to include in courses, and in course outlines, all required subject matter or skill activity;
- 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.
- 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 demonstrate knowledge of computer applications appropriate to the teaching environment;
- 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
- Any expertise within public health is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated commitment to working with Elders and Knowledge keepers
- Minimum three years of current and related teaching experience in a postsecondary setting
- BC Instructor Diploma or BC Teaching Certificate is highly desirable. Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated instructional abilities, including a variety of creative and motivating approaches to stimulate learning
- Experience with course design and delivery for diverse and inclusive learning environments
- Experience with educational technologies, including online and blended delivery and learning management systems.
- Knowledge of local, regional and Vancouver-Islandspecific health topics and issues is highly desirable
Instructor, Biology/Health Science - Courtenay, Canada - North Island College
Description
Position SummaryNorth Island College is seeking qualified applicants to fill a regular fulltime faculty position in Biology and Health Science.
The incumbent will be situated in the Department of Math & Science.The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience teaching a combination of Biology and Health Science-related courses at the lower and upper-year undergraduate levels, and possess the expertise to teach Biochemistry and courses in one or more of the following areas: Physiology; Pathobiology, and; Microbiology.
We especially welcome applications from those willing to co-teach an Indigenous Knowledge Keeper. Please clearly indicate your teaching competencies in your covering letter. A secondary area of expertise in public health will be considered an asset.The teaching faculty of North Island College is responsible for implementing the College's vision, goals, and objectives related to teaching and learning.
To carry out their teaching assignments, faculty use organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and knowledge of the subject matter, pedagogy, and curricular design.
In addition, they are responsible for serving as role models for students and colleagues.The responsibilities and typical duties listed below constitute a generic job description for teaching faculty whose responsibility may be for delivering scheduled classes, the support of self-paced, online, and distance courses, and/or instruction and supervision in laboratories, practicums, shops, etc.
Position Competencies - Creates a Positive Climate and Culture;