Full-Time Professor, Early Childhood Education

Algonquin College • Ottawa, ON

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Chair, Community Studies, the Professor is responsible for facilitating and guiding learning and providing an effective learning environment for all students. This includes the design, revision, and updating of courses, teaching assigned courses in Early Childhood Education diploma and Bachelor of Early Learning and Community Development degree programs, developing a learning environment conducive to student success, and providing academic leadership. The role involves consulting with various stakeholders, defining learning outcomes, incorporating educational technologies, evaluating student progress, and participating in curriculum and committee work.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Education, Psychology, Child Studies or a related area coupled with a diploma in Early Childhood Education
• Up to date registration in good standing with the College of ECE, www.college-ece.ca
• Minimum two (2) years of teaching experience, or equivalent, in a postsecondary setting
• Minimum five (5) years practical experience related to the field of study
• Demonstrated knowledge of student success strategies in a postsecondary setting
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of educational technologies
• Highly effective communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated skill in Algonquin College’s preferred teaching competencies as set out in the Professor of the 21st Century document
• Evidence of commitment to the success of all learners

Nice To Haves

• experience in the development and delivery of hybrid and online curriculum

Responsibilities

• The design/revision/updating of courses, including: Consulting with program and course administrators and other faculty members, advisory committees and a variety of potential employers and students
• Defining learning outcomes and evaluating and validating these outcomes
• Specifying and approving learning approaches, necessary resources, etc.
• Incorporating educational technologies to meet the learning needs of 21st Century students
• Reviewing and revising curriculum and participating in professional development activities during non-teaching periods
• The teaching of assigned courses, including: Delivery of regularly scheduled instruction in the Fall, Winter, or Spring/Summer terms in Early Childhood Education diploma programs and Bachelor of Early Learning and Community Development degree program
• Ensuring student awareness of course learning outcomes and evaluation techniques
• Providing tutoring and academic advising for students both in and out of class
• Providing a learning environment which makes effective use of available resources including educational technologies
• Evaluating student progress/achievement and assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the student’s work within assigned courses
• The development and creation of a learning environment that is conducive to success for all students
• The provision of academic leadership, including: Providing guidance to students, to instructors, and to part-time professors relative to the professor’s teaching assignments
• Participating in the work of curriculum and other consultative committees, and departmental/faculty meetings
• Liaising with community members, engaging in program, Department, School or Faculty, and College promotion
• Remaining current in the field of study and maintain awareness of emerging trends and practices related to teaching and learning in higher education
• Modeling the College values – Caring. Learning. Integrity. Respect.

Benefits

• complete range of fringe benefits
• competitive base salary
• comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans
• Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses
• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) policy fostering an inclusive workplace
• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy (select positions are eligible for hybrid work)
• career and professional development
• support, resources and technology needed to be successful
• lifetime retirement pension (CAAT Pension Plan)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees