Associate Dean - Dean of Pedagogical Development and Innovation

CEGEP - John Abbott College; Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college in Quebec seeks a Dean of Pedagogical Development and Innovation to drive academic integrity and enrich student success. This role involves leading pedagogical initiatives, managing academic resources, and collaborating on strategic objectives. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and extensive experience in post-secondary education.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of relevant leadership experience.
• Extensive knowledge of post-secondary education and curriculum development.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead college initiatives to enhance pedagogical practices.
• Participate in budget management decisions.
• Support recruitment and development of faculty and staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

IMPORTANT: Effective August 18, 2025

APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 27, 2025

JOB SUMMARY: The Dean of Pedagogical Development and Innovation reports directly to the Academic Dean and is responsible for the academic integrity of all programs under their leadership. The Associate Dean is expected to lead and support pedagogical development and innovation supporting quality of programming and teaching and learning. Working collaboratively with all members of the Academic Administration, including providing support to the Library, the Dean is expected to optimize and promote student success by assuring quality programming and maximizing the learning experience for all students in all programs. Also important is the Associate Dean’s responsibility to support, implement and help lead the strategic objectives of the College.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the Academic Dean, the Dean will have the following responsibilities:

Academic Leadership

• Lead college initiatives to enhance pedagogical and innovative practices, including those related to the Pedagogical Use of New Technology (PUNT), the Faculty Support Team (FoST), and Faculty Resource People (FRPs);
• Assess and improve the College's ability to handle potential student and faculty interest in more course delivery flexibility and the implications on workload;
• Introduce mechanisms to guide blended or hybrid learning;
• Define and assess students' digital competencies;
• Ensure the delivery of quality programming;
• Coordinate the Program Approach within programs;
• Chair program, curriculum, and college committees as required;
• Coordinate new and revised program introductions;
• Lead and facilitate program evaluations;
• Develop and implement work plans for short and long-term goals;
• Support Department Chairs and Program Coordinators, promoting collaboration;
• Oversee coordination between departmental and program offerings;
• Participate in project management;
• Support innovative pedagogical approaches;
• Promote programs.

Personnel Management

• Plan and monitor teaching resource allocation;
• Lead recruitment and selection of faculty and staff;
• Support onboarding and development of new faculty and staff;
• Apply College Policy on Teaching Evaluation;
• Supervise support staff;
• Participate in conflict resolution.

Resource Management

• Participate in budget management decisions;
• Contribute to decisions on space and equipment use in the academic sector.

College Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development, implementation, and application of the IPESA and other policies;
• Participate in Academic Council, sub-committees, and other College committees;
• Implement international initiatives;
• Lead development and implementation of the College’s Strategic Plan;
• Participate in external committees (Ministry of Education, FÉDÉ, RCMM, CICAN, etc.);
• Manage Program Advisory Committees by building external relationships;
• Collaborate with Student Services on initiatives supporting student learning outside the classroom.

Other Duties

As assigned by the Academic Dean.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Master’s degree or equivalent.

Specific Requirements:

• Minimum five (5) years of relevant leadership experience;
• Extensive knowledge of post-secondary education and curriculum development;
• Strong organizational and communication skills;
• Ability to lead and motivate teams;
• Strong interpersonal skills and computer literacy;
• Advanced oral and written communication skills in English;
• Intermediate oral and written skills in French.