Tcm Instructor - Surrey, Canada - Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

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Surrey, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Employee Group:

Faculty (Kwantlen Faculty Association)

Workplace Type:

On-Site

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

- # of openings:

1

Hours Per Week (BCGEU):
Pay Level:

Faculty Pay Scale

Days of Work (BCGEU):
Employment Type:

Temporary Part Time

Internal Closing Date:

May 27, 2024

Travel Frequency:

Occasional travel between campuses is required.

External Closing Date:

May 27, 2024

Competition ID:

3369

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Traditional Chinese Medicine Program

Competition ID:
3369

POSITION TYPE:
Non-Regular Type 2 (NR2), appointment annualized at 50.05%

POSITION START:
September 1 2024

KPU proudly offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers.

FACULTY OVERVIEW:

This is an excting opportunity to join our TCM faculty and be a key member of this close-knit and supportive term.

The focus of this NR2 contract is biomedical sciences.

The TCM program is comprehensive including courses in English and Mandarin language, communication, Ancient Chinese philosophy, and Western biomedical sciences.

The curriculum has been designed to offer an education of significant breadth and rigour within the contexts of TCM/Acupuncture fundamental theory, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical practice.

The program's courses and labs are enhanced by practice experiences in community care and home support facilities.

Graduates will have the requisite TCM core foundation, acupuncture competencies, critical thinking and communication skills needed to be safe, competent healthcare practitioners in an evolving health services landscape.

Faculty in the TCM program are leaders and experts in their field and draw on their experience to educate and inspire students.

The TCM department currently offers one program, a diploma in acupuncture. This program has a strong reputation and is well attended.

The program is delivered by a small and passionate group and we are seeking like-minded educators to join this enthusiastic team.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Faculty in the TCM Program are supported to teach in all areas of the program. The NR2 position includes teaching, student support, service to the school and program and professional development activities.
Faculty members are accountable for 10 months of the year.

The 10 months accountable time includes such activities as teaching, the counselling of students, curriculum/program development, professional development and participation on a variety of educational committees.

Teaching duties include:

The development and revision of course outlines and curriculum
The preparation of courses, including but not limited to course presentations, online delivery platforms, and other course related activities
Responsibility for the delivery of courses, including lectures, seminars, laboratories, clinical supervision, simulations, field trips, and online or hybrid course delivery
Student assessment, testing, and placement
Student consultations, including office hours (1 hour per week per 3 credit course or equivalent)
Work integrated learning placements
Submission of grades in accordance with policy

Service may include:

Participation in program, department, faculty, and university committees and events.
Participation in program quality assurance activities including program review and accreditation
Participation in regional, national and international committees and other professional organizations

Fall 2024

ACUP 1160:
Acupuncture Biomed Foundation

ACUP 2170:
Acupuncture Pharmacology

Spring 2025

ACUP 1260:
Acupuncture Medical Biochemistry and Microbiology

Summer 2025

ACUP 2361:
Intro to Pathology

More information concerning the working conditions for a faculty member are outlined in Article 12 of the Kwantlen Faculty Association (KFA) Collective Agreement

QUALIFICATIONS:

The required academic credentials to teach in the TCM Program are specific to the program and are as follows:

Master's Degree of TCM
With RTCMP registered with CTCMA, no limits, no conditions, no terms.

Bachelor's Degree in TCM
With Dr. TCM registered with CTCMA, no limits no conditions, no terms.

AND

3 years applicable teaching experience in topic area
5 years relevant clinical experience.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Current CV including relevant educational, clinical and teaching experience.
Cover Letter including expression of interest

SALARY INFORMATION:

Placement on the salary scale will be dependent on level of education and relevant teaching experience. Advancement up the pay scale is based on FTE and employment status.

Why Join KPU?

Recognized as one of B.C.'s Top Employers
KPU is committed to actively fostering an equitable and inclusive working environment
Hybrid environment
Defined Benefit Pe