College Professor- Sociology - Jobs in Penticton, BC

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Position InformationPosition Number P00134Position Title College Professor- SociologyDivision/Portfolio Arts and Foundational ProgramsDepartment/Program SociologyLocation PentictonYour OpportunityThe role and responsibilities of a faculty member focus on the activities related to teachers, academics and scholars. They include but are not limited to an awareness of current scholarship and continuing mastery in one’s field, instructional and professional duties, professional development, and service. In addition, duties and responsibilities may include scholarly activity.Functions and DutiesInstructional duties may include all or any of the following: instructional (teaching) assignments; course preparation and program revision; development of new programs and modes of delivery; evaluation of student work; instruction of laboratory exercises, concepts, theories, techniques and use of equipment; student contact for purposes of advising, tutoring and supervision both in and outside of the lecture or laboratory period; revision and development of existing and/or new courses in all formats; preparation of materials for use in laboratories; set up and take down of laboratory materials; preparation of timetables; control of inventory, maintenance of equipment; ordering of materials; Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) and PLA coordination; and other functions related to instruction.Professional development is activity intended to promote teaching excellence, subject area competence and technical competence in an area of professional or instructional expertise.Service may include all or any of the following: school visitations; active membership on appropriate college or union committees, councils or boards; participation in professional or academic organizations; application of the employee’s academic or professional competence or expertise in the community at large; attendance at articulation meetings; representing OC at other functions, administrative duties and other duties.Scholarly activity includes scholarship, research and creative activities. A College Professor may be released from instructional and/or professional duties to perform scholarly activityEducation and ExperienceThe minimum qualification is a Master’s degree; PhD is preferred. An equivalent level credential as appropriate for the discipline will be considered. Professional or post-secondary school work experience directly related to the duty assignment is an asset. Experience demonstrating a learner-centered teaching philosophy is desired. An active profile in scholarship, research and creative activity is preferred.Skills and AbilitiesDesigns and teaches a course with regard for learning outcomesTeaches in a variety of modes, including lecture, discussion, active student involvement and laboratory work as appropriateInterested in use of appropriate technological aids in instructionOpen to feedback from others on ways to improve teaching and related activitiesKnowledgeable about the subject matter of the teaching area and able to teach the subject matter at a post-secondary levelMaintains currency and vitality in one’s discipline through professional activities, professional development and/or scholarshipInterested in course and program developmentCollegial and willing to work constructively with othersComfortable in a computerized environment and with programs relevant to instruction and academic disciplinePreferred QualificationsThe minimum qualification is a Master’s degree; PhD is preferred. An equivalent level credential as appropriate for the discipline will be considered. Professional or post-secondary school work experience directly related to the duty assignment is an asset. Experience demonstrating a learner-centered teaching philosophy is desired. An active profile in scholarship, research and creative activity is preferred. Willingness to travel between campuses is required.Desired Start Date 08/26/2022Position End Date (if temporary) 05/01/2023ScheduleFall 2022: August 26th- December 22ndSOCI 111-051 Introduction to Sociology I (Penticton)SOCI 111-052 Introduction to Sociology I (Penticton)Winter 2023: January 3rd- May 1stSOCI 121-003 Introduction to Sociology II (Kelowna)SOCI 121-004 Introduction to Sociology II (Kelowna)Travel to Kelowna Campus is required.Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary range $62,828 to $100,958 with normal starting salary between $69,017 and $75,206 annually*, dependent on relevant education and experience. *Note: Part-time Term and summer appointments subject to adjustment factors as per the collective agreementAppointment Type Faculty - Part-time TermSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsPlease provide the names and contact information for a minimum of three referees.For inquiries of an academic nature, please contact Priscillia Lefebvre, Chair, Department of Sociology, by way of email to PLefebvre@okanagan.bc.ca.Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, AccessibilityHR@okanagan.bc.ca.Employee Group FacultyQuick Apply

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