Part-Time Professors - Carpentry

St. Lawrence College is seeking an experienced and motivated professional who shares St. Lawrence College’s vision to be a globally recognized college, delivering innovative learning opportunities and preparing career-ready graduates to be leaders in their field.

St. Lawrence College is currently seeking a qualified Professor on a part-time basis with experience and expertise in the field of Carpentry . We are seeking an experienced individual to teach in the following topic area:

GENE 7001 - Exploration of Trades and Technology

Through an introduction to a variety of topics, this course will challenge students to build their knowledge, understanding and confidence with plumbing. Students will also have an opportunity to further develop their problem-solving and innovation skills through engaging and practical projects.

This position will be primarily located at the Cornwall Campus. Candidates may be required to teach from an online/alternate delivery format on occasion. Candidates must be available to teach Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

The responsibilities of St. Lawrence College Professors include, but are not limited to:

• Creating a positive learning environment that accommodate students’ diverse culture and educational backgrounds, experience and individual learning preferences;
• Effectively use educational and advanced technologies, and digital learning methodologies to enhance the student learning experience;
• Developing curriculum that is appropriately designed and uses evidence-based tools and strategies to support and assess student learning;
• Utilize principles of adult education to actively engage students in the learning process;
• Ensuring that course and program curriculum is current and relevant with a lens on the future;
• Working effectively with learners, colleagues, program and interdisciplinary teams as well as internal and external partners;
• Effectively use the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning to build a contemporary and evidenced based practice.

The ideal candidate will meet or exceed the following qualifications:

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION / DESIGNATION:

• Education specific to the position: A minimum of a current Red Seal Certificate of Qualification in the trade of Carpentry.
• Experience specific to the position: A minimum of 5 years of experience as a certified carpenter post completion of the Qualification in the Trade Certificate.
• Teaching experience using a Learning Management System and virtual meeting technology system.
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level or experience in adult instructions techniques and practice using principles of andragogy and curriculum design experience will be required.
• A demonstrated practice supporting a diversity of learners.
• Experience participating in industry-led or community-based applied research will be an asset.
• A proven track record of life-long learning.
• A demonstrated commitment to putting “students’ first”.
• Candidates are requested to list all St. Lawrence College teacher training or equivalent they possess on their resume.
• A global mindset, and intercultural knowledge and competence to teach in a global environment including international students is required.
• An understanding of the Ontario college system.
• Successful candidates are expected to model and promote our College values of:
  Students First, Teamwork, Innovation, Integrity and Belonging.

Candidates who do not meet the education specified but who possess a relevant and acceptable combination of education, training, and a depth of industry experience may be considered.

Candidates seeking faculty positions with the College will be required to demonstrate the ability to design, facilitate and assess learning in accordance with adult learning principles and universal design in learning (UDL). An ongoing commitment to professional learning will be expected.

Successful candidates are expected to have their own computer, reliable internet connection, and the ability to teach remotely or on Campus, as may be required. The use of virtual meetings through video conferencing software will be required in this role. Professors are also expected to…