What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor, General Education position at Casa Loma College?
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
General Education, Distance Learning
POSITION FUNCTION :
Casa Loma College faculty strives for excellence, are committed to continuous student learning, and demonstrate passion and skill in effective teaching and learning facilitation. Faculty are competent in their discipline and innovative in their approach to learning and are committed to personal growth and the ongoing assessment and evaluation of their teaching. The faculty demonstrate a commitment to the mission of the college and demonstrate and promote high ethical standards and academic honesty. Teach an eight (8) week distance education course at least once a year, in one or more of Casa Loma College Allied Health programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Depending on a specific course’s needs, Adjunct Instructors will –
- Review / refine a course syllabus to include instructor-specific contact information and course policies.
- Modify an existing course syllabus as necessary to realize revised course and weekly outcomes, following program chair guidance.
- Develop a course syllabus for a new course, following our syllabus template and course standards.
- Develop online content and other course materials in support of course and weekly outcomes, including -
- Content that supports and enhances required readings for the course; includes the author's experiences and perspectives on key points; aligns with the associated weekly objectives and outcomes.
- Assignments / assessments that demonstrate the course and weekly outcomes.
- Deliver the distance learning course consistent with the corresponding distance learning course standards -
- Participate actively in the online discussions : sharing experiences and perspectives; probing students with questions that require critical thinking skills; highlighting key learning points; answering student questions.
- Provide relevant and timely feedback on submitted student work, including participation.
- Compile and report grade-related information to students and administration.
- Adhere to all CLC Instructor policies and procedures, as defined in the Instructor Handbook.
- Participate in regular instructor meetings, face-to-face and / or virtually, and contribute to process improvement efforts, including the regular self-evaluation of course outcomes, assessments, and their alignment.
Skills
be professional in all aspects of the position including appearance, demeanor, and attitude.
Casa Loma College values professionalism in its employees. The following values, attributes and behaviors are identified as examples of what is expected of an employee :
Disclaimer :
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Compensation for Distance Education Instructor is competitive with other Allied Health Colleges and Universities. Course compensation to be determined and agreed upon at time of offer and acceptance of position.
Requirements :
MINIMUM DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE :
Educational Experience and Qualifications