Fleet School Full-Time Instructor (Non-Credit Generalist)

Job Summary

The Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development develops and delivers innovative and diverse educational programs for more than 5000 students annually to help them navigate the changing world of learning and work. The Faculty delivers training to Naval Fleet School students at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Halifax at any stage of their career pathway from early career to specializations. Reporting to the Associate Director, Naval Fleet School with dotted line reporting to the Director, Technologies, Operations & Communication, the Fleet School Instructor (Non-Credit – Generalist) will deliver non-credit courses to Naval Fleet School students in-person at CFB Halifax in subjects such as Math, Physics, Chemistry, Technical Communications, Project Management, and others as required by the school’s programming needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver course content according to the schedule provided by the Naval Fleet School and in accordance with Master Lesson Plans (MLPs) provided by the Naval Fleet School.
• Develop supplementary materials and activities for the delivery of MLPs, including PowerPoints, videos, handouts, experiments and other experiential learning activities.
• Develop formative and summative assessments (quizzes, assignments, projects, experiments) to gauge student progress in and mastery of course learning outcomes as well as develop and implement a course grading scheme that aligns with the Naval Fleet School requirements.
• Grade assessments, complete student reports (progress and final). Identify students experiencing learning or behavioural challenges in a timely manner to the designated Naval Fleet School personnel and the Associate Director.
• Provide student support before and after class as required, including one-on-one or small group tutoring, students who are finding their courses challenging to improve their learning and success rates.
• Assist and mentor new Part-Time Instructors. Develop and deliver professional development workshops to Part-Time Instructors.

Note

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person onsite at CFB Halifax and on campus.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and/or subject matter expertise in general sciences and technical communicationplus a minimum of two years of previous teaching experience in a higher education environment (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Demonstrated passion for teaching and learning and an understanding of the different ways students learn.
• Strong understanding of the principles of adult education, acquired either through experience or through an adult teaching and learning qualification.
• Strong communication (presentation, verbal and written) skills.
• Demonstrated ability to create engaging supplementary materials.
• Proven organizational, time management and prioritization skills with proven attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a wide range of individuals.

Assets

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Subject matter expertise in the electrical discipline controls, circuits, digital signal processing, measurement & diagnostics etc.).
• Experience with educational technologies, including learning management systems, video and audio software, and presentation software.

Job Competencies

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications from university employees and external candidates are given concurrent consideration. Among short-listed candidates, university employees will be given special consideration.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above.