Professor, Nutrition and Food Services Program; Part-Time

Sheridan is looking for outstanding individuals to join our faculty team in the School of Applied Health’s newest program, Diploma – Nutrition and Food Service Management. This 2-year program sets students up for success in growing and in-demand fields where they will gain hands‑on experience in nutrition, food safety and customer service. It will help prepare them to make a difference in fitness and wellness organizations and in commercial food service settings, alongside healthcare, education, retirement and long‑term care facilities.

The School of Applied Health seeks a part‑time professor to teach lectures and/or labs in semester one and/or two within the Nutrition and Food Services program.

Sheridan professors are responsible for developing an effective learning environment for students while respecting their diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, experiences, and individual learning styles.

• Delivering course curriculum in the classroom and/or online according to evidence and theory‑based teaching and learning principles and in accordance with Sheridan Policies and Procedures;
• Engaging students in meaningful and student‑centered academic experiences, while evaluating student progress/achievement and assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the students’ work within assigned courses;
• Tutoring and academic counselling of students, while evaluating student progress/achievement and assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the students’ work within assigned courses;
• Attending periodic faculty meetings;
• Performing related duties as assigned.

You have a passion for sharing your knowledge with others and contributing to the advancement of your field.

You respect equity and diversity and value participating in and creating safe and inclusive environments at work and in the community.

You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and enjoy working as part of a team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Food and Nutrition, with five years of work experience as a Certified Nutrition Manager.
• Must be a Registered Dietitian.
• Must currently be a Certified Nutrition Manager through the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management.
• Preference will be given to individuals with a variety of experience in the industry, including experience in managing budgets for clinical nutrition and/or food and nutrition service departments.
• Must have a Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Certification.
• Must have a Food Handler’s Certificate.
• Experience working with microscopes and aseptic technique an asset.
• Excellent knowledge in cross‑sectional food business operations and supply chain an asset.
• Experience with universal and accessible design is an asset.
• Experience in teaching and curriculum development at the post‑secondary level is an asset.
• Network of contacts with other professionals in the Healthcare and Nutrition industry is an asset.
• A critical understanding of problem solving and innovative conceptual and strategic thinking.

Every member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people’s lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2027:
Forging the Future () charts a path towards a new ground‑breaking model of higher education that reshapes post‑secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we’re making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.

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