English Instructor - Surrey, Canada - Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
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Employee Group:

Faculty (Kwantlen Faculty Association)

  • Hours of Work (BCGEU):
- # of openings:


1

  • Hours Per Week (BCGEU):
  • Pay Level:

Faculty Pay Scale

  • Days of Work (BCGEU):
  • Employment Type:

Permanent Full Time

  • Internal Closing Date:

June 29, 2023

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  • External Closing Date:

June 29, 2023

  • Competition ID:

2627

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR

  • Competition ID:
2627

POSITION TYPE:
Probationary Regular Faculty (100%)


POSITION START:
September 1, 2023

KPU is a teaching-oriented polytechnic university serving culturally diverse communities in the South Fraser region. Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) takes its name from the Kwantlen First Nation.

Our campuses are located in the unceded traditional and ancestral lands of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Kwantlen, Musqueam, Katzie, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen, Qayqayt, and Kwikwetlem.

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


FACULTY OVERVIEW:

The Department of English offers a B.A. Major and Minor in English.

We also run first-year English courses for all students enrolled in degree programs at KPU (approximately 6,000 students annually, most of whom study in disciplines outside of English).

The English Department's small class sizes range from 25-35 students, and we embrace diversity, inclusion, and active learning in our classrooms.

Our faculty members have a passion for teaching, a focus on transformative learning, and a commitment to the success of our students.

Our department is also home to a Canada Research Chair in South Asian Literary and Cultural Studies.

Recruiting and retaining colleagues who reflect our diverse student body—a large portion of which is South Asian, East Asian, or of mixed ethnic background—is a continuing goal of our department.

Faculty are supported by the Office of Anti-Racism and the President's Diversity and Equity Committee.


POSITION OVERVIEW:


English courses are offered at the Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Civic Plaza campuses of KPU; however, some courses may be online.

Applicants should have experience teaching online courses. The successful applicant will reside in B.C.'s Lower Mainland.

Regular Faculty often teach one or two level courses per year.

Our degree program is growing, and we are currently looking to expand our offerings in the following areas:


  • African Literatures/Black Studies
  • Latinx Literatures
  • AAPI and/or East Asian Literatures
  • Middle Eastern Literatures
  • Queer Studies (LGBTQIA2S+ Literatures)
  • Critical Animal Studies
  • Experiential and/or Service Learning
  • Composition Studies


More information concerning the working conditions for faculty members is outlined in Article 12 of the Kwantlen Faculty Association (KFA) Collective Agreement.


QUALIFICATIONS:


We are seeking individuals who meet the following minimum qualifications:

  • A completed PhD, or evidence of imminent completion of a PhD, in English or literary studies
  • A current record of, or potential for, scholarly activity/ service within a relevant area or discipline
  • Evidence of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level
  • Experience teaching English at the undergraduate level in the past five years
  • Evidence of specialization in one or more of the areas listed above such as a doctoral dissertation, publications/ conferences, comprehensive exams, and teaching history.
  • A twoyear record of excellence in teaching (composition and literature) at the undergraduate level
  • Demonstrated expertise in pedagogy of firstyear academic writing
  • Experience teaching a diverse student body
  • Innovative, diverse, and inclusive approaches to curriculum development, pedagogy, and scholarship
  • A focus on student success and mentorship
  • Dedication to a pedagogical culture of care and compassion
  • Demonstrated strong commitment to departmental service
  • Potential for community engagement in teaching and/ or research
  • Dedication to team building and collegial collaboration
  • Experience teaching fully or partially online courses using an LMS such as Moodle

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:


Note to Applicants
We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University.

For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.
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