Department Head Basic Education - Jobs in Vancouver, BC

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Pclass # F9881Area Basic EducationJob SummaryTerm of Appointment:As per the VCC Faculty Association collective agreement “The terms of appointment shall conform to 3-year cycles that end on December 31st. Appointments that commence at unusual times will be extended so as to conform to the term cycle as referenced above. The term will end after the 3-year cycle, unless other appointed to a second 3-year cycle”.Commencement date: January 1, 2023Responsibilities:1. The position is responsible for the coordination, supervision and direction of the curriculum and instruction within their departments and programs; for establishing liaison between the latter and other College departments and programs, as well as external organizations, institutions and businesses. In addition they are responsible for participating on college and provincial committees.2. This position is a faculty position and is therefore covered by the Collective Agreement between the College and the Vancouver Community College Faculty Association.3. The position shall be evaluated during the incumbent’s probationary year and the incumbent shall have a Performance Appraisal conducted thereafter in accordance with procedures set under the Collective Agreement.4. In order that the administration of the department will be covered during the year, the position will ensure that someone will act in their capacity during any absence.5. The specific responsibilities listed below are not intended to be a complete and definitive listing. The incumbent is expected to use their discretion and initiative to deal with situations as they arise and to assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Additionally, some of the duties may be delegated to individuals within the department.Job Duties/ResponsibilitiesA. PROGRAM CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION1. Be responsible for and ensure the department and programs:

• maintain an appropriate quality of instruction.
• achieve the objectives of each course and cover the planned curriculum of each course
• ensure that the department uses appropriate methods of assessment.
• participate in the evaluation of the faculty and support staff (as per the Collective Agreement).
• develop Program Content Guides.
• approve (and in some instances develop) Course Outlines.

2. Assume responsibility for the supervision of faculty and support staff during all shifts and locations of instruction in the department.3. Anticipate changes in faculty complement within the department and advise the Dean/Director.4. Provide an auxiliary instructor if, and when, necessary.5. Serve on recommendation committees which assist in the appointment of faculty and support staff.6. Establish department duty and vacation schedules in cooperation with faculty members.7. Participate in meetings.B. FACULTY, STAFF AND STUDENT RELATIONS1. Maintain liaison with other Department Heads to discuss and interpret points of view, problems and practices.2. Convene meetings of faculty members within the department on a regular basis.3. Keep members of the department informed about College developments.4. Establish committees and delegate duties and responsibilities to committees within the department as necessary.5. Coordinate and equitably delegate appropriate administrative duties and responsibilities to Assistant Department Heads, Coordinators I, faculty and support staff.6. Advise students of available resources (Counselling, Admissions, Student Loans, etc.) and act in liaison with them.7. Assist in resolving internal department conflicts.8. Call on the resources of the College, if necessary, to guide and assist new faculty members with instructional skills.9. Orient new instructors and support staff to the Department.C. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT1. Maintain liaison with educational institutions, industry, commerce and government.2. Assist in staff and professional development.3. Aid in placing graduates in employment.4. Assist in the provision and maintenance of adequate facilities and equipment for instruction.5. Advise and assist in department budgeting and planning.6. Guide the development of course and curriculum materials.7. Assist in the development of instructor and student recruitment advertisements.8. Participate in ongoing program review.D. ADMINISTRATION1. If requested, carry out the other duties and responsibilities.2. Recommend any desired changes in courses and/or programs to the Dean/Director.3. Ensure appropriate representation at standing provincial articulation and Program Advisory Committee meetings.4. Prepare, submit, and monitor the department’s budget.5. Authorize expenditure of budgeted funding by signing requisitions.6. Evaluate term and probationary faculty and support staff. Oversee the Performance Appraisal of faculty/support staff as required.Area Hiring Criteria

• One of the following:
  • Bachelor of Education with valid Teaching Certificate from a Canadian province/territory or
  • Bachelor’s degree and Provincial Instructors Diploma
• Group-based and self-paced experience teaching adults
• Experience teaching fundamental-level literacy skills (reading and writing from beginning to Grade 9 levels) within the past five years
• Experience teaching fundamental-level numeracy skills (Mathematics from beginning to Grade 9 levels) within the past five years
• Experience cultivating a learning environment that is welcoming and relevant to Indigenous adult learners and that helps prepare non-Indigenous students to better understand, live alongside of, and work with Indigenous peoples
• Experience teaching computer literacy skills to adult beginners requiring a high degree of patience
• Experience using a variety of teaching and assessment methods to accommodate the needs of adult learners who face multiple barriers to learning
• Proficiency communicating in an empathetic and supportive way with a diverse range of adult learners
• Commitment to collegiality, collaborative decision-making, and active participation in the effective operation of the department
• In addition to the required credentials and experience listed above, we would value the following:
  • Credentials in Adult Literacy, Special Education, Adult Education
  • Experience teaching Adult Literacy Fundamental English and Math

Salary Range - Prorated based on FTE In accordance with the VCCFA Collective AgreementPosting Detail InformationEmployment Group FacultyType of Position TemporaryEmployment Type Full TimeDepartment ADMIN SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCESPrimary Location - This position may require you to work at all VCC locations. BroadwayIs this posting only for internal applicants YesDesired Start Date - May be subject to change 01/01/2023Position End Date - If temporary 12/31/2025Additional Notes for ApplicantsDepartment Head for Basic EducationPosting Open Date 11/17/2022Posting Close Date 12/08/2022Is this a pooled posting NoQuick Apply

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