Architectural Building Technology; Sessional Faculty Job Vancouver area,BC Canada,Education / Teaching

Position: Architectural Building Technology (Sessional Faculty)

Position Summary

The ideal candidate for this position is someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced, and driven environment; enjoys challenges; consistently meets or exceeds expectations; has a service-oriented focus; and embodies a "can-do" attitude. They possess a strong understanding of Architectural Building Technology students and how to effectively engage, mentor, and communicate with learners preparing for careers in architecture, construction, building design, and the built environment.

Successful applicants will have a passion for their profession, the ability to share their knowledge, follow an established curriculum, and inspire students to excel in their chosen field of study.

Reporting to the Program Director of Art and Design, the successful candidate will contribute to the growth, quality, and continued development of the Architectural Building Technology program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Faculty positions are predicated on three contributing areas:
Academic Instructor Leadership, Administrative Duties and Community Engagement;
Teaching and Curriculum; and Professional Development.

ACADEMIC INSTRUCTOR LEADERSHIP, ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Academic Instructor Leadership and Administrative Duties Students

Demonstrate sensitivity and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds of students.

Enhance the student learning experience and provide mentorship to students.

Advise and support students in achieving their educational and career goals.

Efficiently complete college administrative tasks (e.g., attendance, grade submissions, academic integrity documentation, grade change requests, field trip forms, and other administrative requirements).

Facilitate approved academic accommodations by working collaboratively with Academic Advisors and Student Services to support students with diverse learning needs.

Display a commitment to the timely and accurate completion of all administrative responsibilities.

Community Engagement

Demonstrate collegiality and actively engage with the college community.

Participate in classroom observation activities as part of the LCV Faculty Development Review process and implement feedback received.

Participate in faculty meetings, forums, program reviews, and quality assurance activities.

Engage meaningfully with students, faculty, administration, and industry stakeholders.

Contribute to the continued growth and reputation of the Architectural Building Technology program.

TEACHING AND CURRICULUM

Teach a minimum of one and a maximum of five sections each term, as assigned by the Program Director of Architectural Building Technology and/or the Chief Academic Officer.

* Sections are subject to change.

Teaching

Demonstrate a passion for student-centred teaching and displaying flexibility in teaching style while effectively planning and preparing for classes

Adhere to the scheduled class times for teaching classes, maintain office hours and attend meetings at the designated times. Promptly informing the Program Director of any necessary changes and obtaining approval for any alterations in class times or locations

Establish a student-centred classroom environment and engaging students in the learning process

Manage the learning environment through administering the college’s academic and attendance policies. (e.g. Take and submit attendance for every class, assign grades and maintain course/student records by established deadlines)

Communicate effectively with students and respond to students in a timely manner.(e.g. via LCV internal communication system, email, or online conferencing and messaging tools)

Schedule, supervise, debrief, and evaluate students in clinical, internship, observation, field experience, and similar work integrated learning settings as appropriate for the course or program. (As applicable to Internship coordinator)

Display a commit to pursuing teaching excellence.

Curriculum and Quality Assurance

Design, develop and deliver course curriculum (e.g. course outline, assignments and rubrics, course handouts, lectures, labs, studios, and presentations) and instructional plans which includes scaffold learning and sparks curiosity, engagement and promotes research practices among students

Facilitate student learning, provide effective instruction, and feedback, and perform evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes, using each course's standard course outline as a guide and adhering to a…