Contract – Chair, Global Access & Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)

The Opportunity

Keyano College is currently seeking a Chair for the Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) Program. This is a contract faculty position, and will report to the Associate Dean Academic Upgrading & Global Access in the School of Business, University Studies and Academic Upgrading. Chairs play a crucial role in students’ academic success and development within the program. In addition to their responsibility for delivering high-quality instruction, fostering student engagement, and contributing to the overall academic environment of the institution, Chairs undertake administrative and / or supervisory duties as assigned by the Dean or Associate Dean. The Chair will also be responsible for the delivery of learner-centered EAL classes based on a PBLA (Portfolio-Based Language Assessment) curriculum with a settlement focus. LINC classes run Monday-Thursday, with different daytime and evening schedules. Note : this is not a remote or hybrid work opportunity, you will be required to work on campus and relocate to Fort McMurray, AB.

About Us

Keyano College is a comprehensive post-secondary educational institution located in Fort McMurray, nested in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo on traditional Treaty 8 territory. We are a strategic community partner that meets both the training and talent upgrading needs of industry, as well as the personal enrichment and cultural needs of the Wood Buffalo community. We take pride in offering a safe work and study environment that embraces Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our students and customers come from all walks of life and so do we. That is why we are committed to hiring great people from a variety of backgrounds because it makes our employee community stronger.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Curriculum development
• Preparation for instruction
• Instruction in the classroom (this could be virtually and / or in-person)
• Supervising labs / clinicals
• Facilitation and review of clinical and work experience settings (where applicable)
• Continuous professional development to maintain currency in one’s discipline
• Incorporate teaching and learning strategies that support student academic success
• Student consultation and advisement
• Supervision and evaluation of students
• Must comply with Human Rights Legislation as well as college policies and procedures and collective agreement obligations regarding equity, inclusion, and diversity
• Administrative Responsibilities : Peer leader in providing direction to the respective program area
• Program planning in the form of administration of the development of new courses and programs, actively engaging with provincial bodies / community partners, consulting with faculty to align program goals, and preparing proposals and changes for Council consideration
• Consultation regarding budget creation and variance reporting, assessing operational and capital needs with the team, monitoring expenditures, and providing budget feedback to management
• Consultation on work loading of faculty and timetabling, leading program area meetings, and facilitating internal communications
• Addressing student concerns, liaising with provincial bodies / community partners, ensuring policy compliance, and contributing to program success
• Peer-mentoring through faculty classroom observations, student feedback and evaluations
• Conducting faculty interviews with the selection committee and facilitating orientation of instructors
• Facilitating program advisory committee meetings and ensure representation from diverse industry and business stakeholders, as well as related professionals
• Encouraging participation of faculty in college functions, voluntary training, and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Competencies Include :

Please note that if your education was received internationally, upon hire we will require you to provide an international education assessment completed through WES, IQAS or one of the other IRCC approved designated organization.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is reflective upon educational and experiential qualifications.

Additional Information

At Keyano College, we are committed to fostering an equitable, caring and resilient environment where everyone feels valued and connected to the common goal and the college community. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage candidates who will contribute to the diversity of the College to apply. We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted.

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