Professor, Plumbing - Part Time

Professor, Plumbing - Part Time

Status : Part Time

Hours : Monday to Friday, between 8 : 00 am to 10 : 00 pm. Teaching on weekends is also possible.

Home Campus : Stoney Creek

Payband : Not applicable

Rate of Pay : Commensurate upon qualifications and experience

Posting Date : December 22nd, 2023

Closing Date : Posted until filled

We support and encourage the contributions of our diverse employees. We are committed to nurturing an equitable, diverse and inclusive (EDI) environment for everyone who learns and works at Mohawk College.

We believe the rich diversity among our students and the communities we serve should be reflected within our workforce. As educators we believe it is important to act and show leadership in advancing the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion in our community.

Mohawk College is currently recruiting for our next

Professor, Plumbing Part Time

The Building Systems and Sustainability department within the Marshall School of Skilled Trades & Apprenticeship requires a part-time Professor and / or Instructor to teach in the Plumber apprenticeship and / or Construction Techniques Plumbing post-secondary programs.

Under the direction of the Associate Dean, Professors and / or Instructors in this department are responsible for providing academic leadership and for developing an effective learning environment using a blended model of presentation in classes.

Other teaching duties may be assigned within the Marshall School of Skilled Trades & Apprenticeship on an occasional basis as required by the College.

Responsibilities :

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to :

• Teaching theory and practical application components.
• Creating a positive sustainable and innovative student-centered learning environment in both the classroom and laboratory settings.
• Using a variety of teaching strategies most appropriate for the curriculum and students.
• Using a variety of techniques to evaluate student achievement of learning outcomes.
• Managing the educational environment to facilitate an optimal learning experience and student success.
• Evaluating, revising and developing learning resources within the program.
• Enhancing educational delivery and experiences using the College’s MyCanvas learning management system and other technology to facilitate student learning.
• Applying College values and philosophy in work activities and interaction with others.
• Using the College’s My Canvas learning management system to present curriculum, testing and online activities.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

The successful candidate will have :

• Valid Certificate of Qualification - Plumber Seal considered an asset.
• Ontario Certificate of Apprenticeship, or equivalent
• A minimum of three to five years’ experience as a certified Tradesperson
• Related teaching experience, preferably in a post-secondary / apprenticeship setting, is considered an asset.
• Adult Education teaching certificate is preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated commitment and understanding of human rights, equity, diversity and inclusion with the ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse groups of students, employees and the community.

Faculty members hired at Mohawk College must be prepared to teach with a learner-centered approach and to assist in the development and application of alternate delivery methods.

They may be assigned to teach classes at any College campus and may be scheduled to teach between 8 : 00am and 10 : 00pm, Monday to Friday.

Teaching on weekends is also possible.

The successful candidate must have an ability to relate theoretical knowledge and practical applications through innovative delivery methods to provide a meaningful learning environment for students of diverse backgrounds and ages.

The ability to work as part of a team and demonstration of excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.