Sessional Instructor, Human Services
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please scan copies of your transcripts into one document for attachment. If your transcripts are not available at the time of application, please attach a letter or certificate of confirmation from the educational institution.
Please read the Immunization requirements for Health and Human Services Faculty, located under the Health and Human Services link located on the left menu list.
Please read the Immunization requirements for Health and Human Services Faculty, located under the Health and Human Services link located on the left menu list.
Position Details
Posting Number
Posting Number | F1028 |
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Position Information
Position Title | Sessional Instructor, Human Services |
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Division | Health & Human Services |
Department | Human Services |
Supervisor Title | Dean, Faculty of Health & Human Services |
Location | Port Alberni(PA) |
Posting Type | Internal/External Posting |
Position Status | Sessional |
If Others, please specify | |
New Position or Replacement? | New |
Position End Date (if temporary) | 04/18/2025 |
Desired Start Date | 08/26/2024 |
Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work) |
2024FA HSW 131 (Aug 26-Dec 13.24) Tuesday / 8:30-11:30 AM FNS 160 (Aug 26-Dec 13.24) Wednesday / 1:00-4:00 PM 2025WI HSW 132 (Dec 30.24-Apr 18.25) Wednesday / 1:00-4:00 PM |
% | 40% |
Pay Grade | The annual salary range is $70,437- $112,872 (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications, experience, and the placement criteria of Article 14 of the NICFA Collective agreement. |
Position Summary | Applications are invited from qualified individuals to instruct in the Human Services Education Assistant/Community Support with an Indigenous Focus Certificate program at the North Island College Port Alberni campus. This sessional instructional assignment, up to 40%, involves teaching in one or more of the following theory courses using a face-to-face and online delivery method at the Port Alberni campus. PLEASE IDENTIFY within your Cover Letter what of the following course(s) you are interested in instructing. See Weekly Work Schedule for dates and times. 2024FA HSW 131: Cross-Cultural Communication Skills in the Classroom FNS 160: First Nations Education – Traditional and Contemporary 2025WI HSW 132: Cross-Cultural Social Analysis The successful candidate will implement creative strategies in the preparation and delivery of both face-to-face and online lectures; use initiative in providing documentation and follow-up with regard to student concerns and problem resolution; and, bring facilitation skills to management of conflict. The schedule for this assignment will be flexible to meet the needs of the program. The teaching faculty of North Island College are responsible for implementing the College’s vision, goals, and objectives as they relate to teaching and learning. To carry out their teaching assignments, faculty use organizational skills, relational skills, and their knowledge of subject matter, pedagogy, and curricular design. In addition, they have a responsibility to serve as role models for students and colleagues. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please read the Immunization requirements for Health and Human Services Faculty, located under the Health and Human Services link on the left menu list. In accordance with the Criminal Records and Review Act, it is mandatory that faculty hired under the Health and Human Services department have a clear Criminal Record. Faculty members must provide a Clear Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the Human Resources Department prior to the commencement of employment. Please scan your CRC for attachment. If your CRC is not available at the time of application, please attach a copy of your CRC Consent form. For more information and necessary forms, click on the Health and Human Services link located on the left menu list. The responsibilities and typical duties listed below constitute a generic job description for teaching faculty whose responsibility may be for the delivery of scheduled classes, the support of self-paced, on-line, and distance courses, and/or instruction and supervision in laboratories, practicums, etc.: |
Position Competencies | - Creates a Positive Climate and Culture; - 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 #3-03: 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 4-15, 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. 2.0 TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF INSTRUCTIONAL FACULTY - 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 College-wide 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. |
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Special Instructions to Applicant | Please scan copies of your transcripts into one document for attachment. If your transcripts are not available at the time of application, please attach a letter or certificate of confirmation from the educational institution. Please read the Immunization requirements for Health and Human Services Faculty, located under the Health and Human Services link located on the left menu list. |
Posting Detail Information
Posting Open Date | 04/18/2024 |
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Posting Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Job Description | Faculty Sessional |
Additional Information | If you are an internal applicant and you have received advanced notice of layoff in an appointment letter, or if you are currently laid off for all or a portion of your workload, please note this at the commencement of your cover letter, and include the effective day of layoff and the percentage of the layoff. |
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Criminal Reference Check