Professor

Job title:

Professor

Company

Seneca College

Job description

Do you believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities?Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of career-ready and world-ready individuals?If so, Seneca invites you to join our dynamic faculty in redefining the boundaries of teaching and learning.Joining Seneca you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing an education experience that goes beyond textbooks and classrooms ensuring that our students are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today’s dynamic labour markets.As a professor at Seneca, you’ll have the opportunity to be at the forefront of experiential learning, working closely with industry partners to provide students with real-world insights and opportunities, while also demonstrating teaching excellence, academic leadership, and expertise in curriculum development. Whether it’s through entrepreneurship initiatives, applied research projects, or co-op placements, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our students.So, if you’re ready to embrace flexibility, innovation, and the limitless potential of education, we invite you to join us on this journey. Together, let’s redefine the future of education and empower the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and change makers.Here is What’s on Your HorizonFaculty/School: School of Early Childhood Education (ECE)Program: ECE diploma, Honours Bachelor of Child Development an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Graduate Certificate. Courses: Infant Mental Health, Child Protection ResearchCampus: Newnham and KingResponsible for providing academic leadership in the classroom and ensuring an effective and compelling learning environment for students. You will…Teaching Excellence:

• Engage students with course objectives, approach, and evaluation techniques, fostering their active involvement in the learning process.
• Utilize active learning strategies across various class formats, including online, hybrid, flexible, and in-person, to enhance student engagement and understanding.
• Harness educational technology to create dynamic and interactive learning experiences that enrich student learning and retention.
• Provide academic counseling and tutoring support as needed, offering personalized assistance to help students overcome challenges and achieve their academic goals.
• Create vibrant learning environments by utilizing available resources, integrating real-world experiences, and organizing enriching field trips.

Course and Curriculum Development:

• Foster an equitable and accessible learning community in all class formats, ensuring that every student has equal opportunities for success.
• Design diverse formative and summative assessments that cater to different learning styles and promote student growth.
• Collaborate with program directors, advisory committees, and stakeholders to refine course objectives and develop effective learning approaches that meet the needs of students and industry demands.
• Drive curriculum development by implementing innovative instructional methods and utilizing multimedia resources to enhance student engagement and understanding.
• Champion the selection of textbooks and learning materials that align with course objectives and enrich students’ learning journeys with relevant and up-to-date content.

Academic Leadership:

• Offer mentorship and guidance to fellow instructors to elevate teaching standards.
• Contribute to curriculum development through active participation in consultative committees.
• Engage in industry and community-linked applied research initiatives to enrich student learning with interdisciplinary experiences.

What you bring to Seneca

• Minimum of three (3) years of industry experience in Early Learning and Care and/or working with children and families in community-based settings.
• Minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level is required.
• Minimum completed PhD in Early Childhood Studies, Education, Psychology or related field. If education is in a related field, please state how it is relevant.
• Certification in Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) designation is preferred
• Demonstrate leadership and teamwork abilities, coupled with a dedication to fostering diversity, inclusion, integrity, and excellence. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are needed to engage with Seneca’s diverse community, prioritizing equity in education.

Expected salary

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 23:53:20 GMT

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