Instructor - Faculty of Business & Professional Studies (Communication)

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Posting Summary Competition Number F18727P Position Title Instructor - Faculty of Business & Professional Studies (Communication) Employee Group Faculty Position Status Non-Regular Position Type Instructor Special Appointee Others please specify Workload Amount 1 Department Communication Additional Notes Location North Vancouver Working With Us At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top Employers. Grounded by our sense of purpose, we offer a meaningful, friendly, and dynamic work environment.

In Capilano University’s Faculty of Business and Professional Studies, our students are the driving force behind our values of collaboration, inclusion, and innovation. In our Business, Communication, and Legal Studies programs, we rely on your teaching expertise and creativity to cultivate relevant skills and forge crucial connections for our graduates’ future success.

Our curriculum is designed to incorporate case studies, projects, and hands-on learning experiences, all guided by faculty who are leaders in their respective fields and committed to student success.

At CapU, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge programs, collaborate with international partners, access research opportunities, and participate in professional growth initiatives.

Join our vibrant team of educators in the Faculty of Business and Professional Studies, where you will play a pivotal role in preparing our graduates to be the next generation of industry leaders. What you’ll do The successful candidate will teach CMNS 100 Introduction to Workplace Communication to various Capilano University students, including those enrolled in diverse certificate, diploma and degree programs for the Fall 2024 term (1 section, in-person, on our North Vancouver campus).

Specifically, the instructor will lead the course in developing students’ skills around writing clear and organized correspondence, common workplace documents such reports and proposals, and job-search related documents such as cover letters and resumes that are needed to begin a positive online career portfolio.

In the School of Communication , we pride ourselves on the balance we offer our students between practical communication skills and theoretical courses based on the theories of communication. Instructors who led many of our writing, editing and production of journalistic content courses have recently retired, creating this coveted opening in our School.

As a non-regular faculty member associated with the Faculty of Business and Professional studies, you will be instrumental in helping learners to communicate effectively, with clarity and concision. The successful candidate will show a strong commitment to mentoring students from a wide range of backgrounds. Successful applicants will be passionate about teaching and will help us continue to build exceptional experiences for our student community. What you’ll bring Required Qualification & Experience

• Masters degree in Communications, Publishing, English or related field
• Minimum 5 years experience working in media, journalism, communications or related industries
• Post-secondary teaching experience with the ability to foster a classroom environment that provides a supportive learning setting for students from diverse populations and circumstances
• Experience / knowledge of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion principles in an educational practice and environment

Preferred

Posting Detail Information Internal or External Position External Appointment Date (mm / dd / yyyy) 09 / 01 / 2024 Salary Scale $9,420 per instructional section Post Date 07 / 16 / 2024 Close Date 07 / 25 / 2024 Open Until Filled No