Academic/Career(max 24 credits)

Application Restrictions
Open to both Internal and external
Job Type
Faculty (Sessional)
Posting In effect from
22/3/2024
Closing Application Date
9/4/2024
Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.
Instructional Type
Academic/Career(max 24 credits)
Anticipated Start Date
6/5/2024
Position End Date (If Applicable)
9/8/2024
DUTIES

RESPONSIBILITIES

Thompson Rivers University is seeking a sessional faculty member who will teach one or two sections of EDUC5990: Writing in a Graduate Context in Summer, 2024.

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION

Special topics courses are offered on a temporary basis and are not part of the regular course offerings. This course utilizes the special expertise of a faculty member or a visiting professor to go beyond the usual curriculum and enrich the program of study. Contact the program advisor for information on current offerings.

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

 

This course aims to support students developing academic writing skills for writing in a graduate context. Through structured experiences, non-judgmental reflection, and small group sharing and support, students have opportunities to develop an understanding of their strengths and challenges as writers in a graduate context. Students will gain skills they need to succeed in an M.Ed. program.

QUALIFICATIONS

PhD or EdD is required, ABD will be considered.

· A minimum of one (1) degree in education is required.

· Expertise in K-12 education is required.

· Three (3) years of full time or equivalent hours teaching in K-12 settings is required.

· Evidence of successful teaching experience at the post-secondary level is strongly preferred.

· Demonstration of subject matter expertise is required.

· Excellent organizational, interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills required.

· Demonstrated experience in integrating Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods (TRC CA 62) required.

· Proven skills in building student capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy, and mutual respect (TRC CA 63) required.

· Teaching excellence, including developing culturally appropriate curricula (TRC CA 10) required.

Pay Band
$2,575.50 - $2,575.50 ( Sessional Faculty - Academic (per credit) )
Location
Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)
# of Hires Needed
2
Organizational Unit
Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Education and Social Work -> Masters of Education
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:
Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.