Social Service Worker-SSW, Gerontology Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Ace Acumen Academy is seeking an experienced and motivated professional who shares our commitment to quality and student success.

The College requires an Instructor to teach in the Social Service Worker (SSW) - Gerontology program :

• Candidates must be flexible to teach days, afternoons, evenings and weekends; this is NOT remote location work.
• The Social Service Worker (SSW)-Gerontology Instructor will be based at our Brampton Campus.

Candidates must be capable of and committed to effective teaching, program level assessment of student learning and working with diverse populations.

Please review the following responsibilities and qualifications prior to applying :

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Commitment to effective teaching, program level assessment of student learning and working with diverse populations
• Plan, prepare and deliver quality classroom instruction based on the approved curriculum
• Timely complete and submissions of all grades, marking of all tests, examinations and assignments; meet all deadlines of official College reporting and record submissions
• Provide enriching learning environment for students by using holistic and career-oriented teaching methods
• Monitor each student’s attendance and progress
• Abide by all Company policies, guidelines and standard operating practices
• Participate in faculty / staff meetings, committee meetings, professional development workshops, and other school functions as required
• Conduct communications and behaviour in cooperative, respectful and polite manner with all contact points when sharing information, making inquiries or asking for assistance.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Minimum Requirement : Social Service Worker Bachelor degree in Social Services field, with specialization in Gerontology / Geriatric Study;

Master’s degree preferred

• Current member of regulated Social Work - Health Care Professional Associations and registration is in good standing with no restrictions in these relevant professional associations
• Minimum of 5 years’ of relevant professional experience working with seniors in a long-term care facility, retirement home, assisted living, etc.
• Minimum 2-3 years of demonstrated experience teaching within an onsite classroom environment, at a post-secondary level in a college or university
• Proficiency in G Suite and Google Classroom is an asset
• Knowledge of Adult Learning Principles
• Experience working with international students
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently, resolve problems and make decisions as per Company’s policies and procedures
• Able to work in a high pressure environment, meet curricula mandated timelines for data submissions,
• Excellent presentation and communication skills (Both written and oral), shared across all media platforms

Candidate must have knowledge of :

• Basic Psychology
• Issues in Diversity
• Community Practice
• Recreation and Leisure; Activation and Restorative Care
• Dementia - Family & Care-Giving
• Death, Grief & Bereavement
• Group Dynamics in Social Service
• Case Management

Candidates selected for an interview may be required to provide a 10 minute teaching demonstration. Details will be provided when interviews are scheduled.

ACE ACUMEN ACADEMY IS COMMITTED TO EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND EDUCATION.

Part-time hours : approximately 3 to 22 hours per week

Hourly rate is going to be based on credentials / qualifications and experience

Company Description

Ace Acumen Academy is a designated learning institution- DLI -that offers full-time college programs through its partnership with St.

Clair College. Our College works exclusively with international students who will receive a recognized Ontario Public College credential upon successful completion of their studies.

The College's campuses are located within the GTA : Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton.

Company Description

Ace Acumen Academy is a designated learning institution- DLI -that offers full-time college programs through its partnership with St.

Clair College. Our College works exclusively with international students who will receive a recognized Ontario Public College credential upon successful completion of their studies.

The College's campuses are located within the GTA : Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton.