Part-Time Professor, Plumbing

• Job ID: ACAD-INV-Pt-26-27-018
• Location: Kingston
• Deadline:June 4, 2026
• Job Type:Part Time
• Start Date: September 9, 2026
• Department: Dual Credit
• Number of Positions: 1
• Duration:Part-Time

Position Summary

St. Lawrence College is seeking experienced and motivated professionals who share St. Lawrence College’s vision to be a globally recognized college, delivering innovative learning opportunities and preparing career-ready graduates to be leaders in their field.

St. Lawrence College is currently seeking qualified Professors on a part-time basis with experience and expertise in the field of Plumbing.

We are seeking experienced individuals to teach in the following topic area:

PLUM 2: Plumbing: Tools & Piping Methods

This course will help develop the apprentice to a high standard of craftsmanship and problem solving skills with particular emphasis at the Basic level on the installation of steel, cast iron, and plastic piping and rough-in procedures involving drains, vents, and water lines.

This position will be located at the Kingston Campus. Professors must be willing to teach, as needed, at our Campuses in Kingston, Brockville or Cornwall. Candidates must be available to teach Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

The responsibilities of St. Lawrence College Professors include, but are not limited to:

• Creating a positive learning environment that accommodates students’ diverse culture and educational backgrounds, experience and individual learning preferences;
• Effectively use educational and advanced technologies, and digital learning methodologies to enhance the student learning experience;
• Developing curriculum that is appropriately designed and uses evidence-based tools and strategies to support and assess student learning;
• Utilize principles of adult education to actively engage students in the learning process;
• Ensuring that course and program curriculum is current and relevant with a lens on the future;
• Working effectively with learners, colleagues, program and interdisciplinary teams as well as internal and external partners;
• Effectively use the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning to build a contemporary and evidenced based practice.

The ideal candidate will meet or exceed the following qualifications:

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION / DESIGNATION:

• Education: A minimum of a current Red Seal Certificate of Qualification in the trade of Plumbing.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience as a certified plumber and completion of the Qualification in the Trade Certificate.
• Industry Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of all current plumbing processes and standards.
• Teaching experience using a Learning Management System and virtual meeting technology system.
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level or experience in adult instructions techniques and practice using principles of andragogy and curriculum design experience will be required.
• A demonstrated practice supporting a diversity of learners.
• Experience participating in industry-led or community-based applied research will be an asset.
• A proven track record of life-long learning.
• A demonstrated commitment to putting “students first”.
• Training in LivingWorks: Suicide Prevention program will be required. Candidates should indicate whether they have completed this training or are willing to engage in this training.
• Candidates are requested to list all St. Lawrence College teacher training or equivalent they possess on their resume.
• A global mindset and intercultural knowledge and competence to teach in a global environment including international students is required.
• An understanding of the Ontario college system.
• Successful candidates are expected to model and promote our College values of: Students First, Teamwork, Innovation, Integrity, and Belonging.

Candidates who do not meet the specified education but who possess a relevant and acceptable combination of education, training, and a depth of industry experience may be considered.

Candidates seeking faculty positions with the College will be required to demonstrate the ability to design, facilitate and assess learning in accordance with adult learning principles and universal design in learning (UDL). An ongoing commitment to professional learning will be expected.

Successful candidates are expected to have their own computer, reliable internet connection, and the ability to teach remotely or on Campus, as may be required. The use of virtual meetings through video conferencing software will be required in this role. Professors are also expected to possess or develop proficiency in the use of Learning Management Software (LMS) to a degree that meets academic standards.

All Professors will be provided with support by the School of Contemporary Teaching and Learning in their onboarding and orientation to teach at St. Lawrence College. Support and coaching is provided to new faculty to provide a strong theoretical foundation of teaching and learning, and to orient them to the teaching tools and strategies required for teaching in a contemporary and modern learning institution. St. Lawrence College promotes a culture of community in innovative teaching and learning and SLC’s vision of “students first” which provides experiential learning opportunities.

Candidates selected for an interview will be required to provide a teaching demonstration. Information and details will be provided when interviews are scheduled.

Salary & TerMs

Salary: $80.62 – $139.88 per hour. Commensurate with qualifications and experience

• Start Date: September 9, 2026
• Posted Date: May 13, 2026
• Closing Date: June 4, 2023 (4:00 p.m.)