Instructor SPAN 1F00 Fall/Winter D1 (Section 1)

Brock University • St. Catharines, ON

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Brock University is seeking an Instructor for Introductory Spanish Language SPAN 1F00 for the Fall/Winter term. This position involves both on-campus and online components. The instructor will be responsible for scheduled contact time with students, preparation of lectures, student consultation, marking and grading, and course administration. The role also includes working closely with the Program Coordinator and potentially supervising a Teaching Assistant. This is an existing vacancy within the CUPE4207-1 Employee Group.

Requirements

• Graduate Degree (PhD or PhD abd) in Spanish Studies
• Record of sustained successful teaching of Spanish at a University level
• Native or near native fluency in English and Spanish
• Commitment to and competence in the use of Standard International Spanish
• Experience in computer-based instruction, and in the incorporation and development of web-based pedagogical techniques, materials, and resources in a blended/online/hybrid course delivery
• Application of online student tracking systems
• Competence in the use of web-based course administrative tools designed and supported by the University, as well as Connect, LearnSmart, Brightspace and similar eLearning platforms
• Teaching documentation: evidence of teaching competence; official student and peer evaluations; teaching dossier; references
• Ability to work alone without immediate direct supervision
• Ability to work within a team
• Clear comprehension of multi-section teaching
• Commitment to responsible time management (e.g. course structuring, punctuality for lectures)
• Cover letter
• Current resume
• Course/performance evaluations
• At least two reference letters

Nice To Haves

• Members with seniority can provide seniority date in the application questionnaire.

Responsibilities

• Scheduled contact time with students
• Non-classroom time including preparation of lectures, student consultation, marking and grading, and course administration
• Working closely with BUFA course coordinator in multi-section courses or with the Hispanic and Latin American Studies Program Coordinator for single-section courses
• Supervise/mentor the TA assigned to their section
• Active participation in curriculum development
• Sharing of responsibilities in careful test preparation and student assessment
• Prompt and accurate marking
• Commitment to participate in required committee marking including on-line activities, mid-term and final exams
• Availability for individual consultation with students (office hours 1.5 hours per section per week required)
• Proctoring exams

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree