Distance Instructor PSYC 1200 (CUPE Students)

UM Careers; Winnipeg; Remoto; CAD 39.000 - 61.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

University of Manitoba is seeking a Distance Education Instructor for PSYC 1200 D02 (CUPE 3909 Unit 1) to deliver Introduction to Psychology via online platforms. Start date January 1, 2027 with end date July 16, 2027, and responsibilities spanning material prep, instruction, grading, and student feedback.

Applicants should have a Master’s or PhD (PhD candidate preferred), strong English communication, and experience with distance education and virtual classroom tools.

Competenze

• Must have completed PSYC 1200 with B+ or better or equivalent.
• Post-secondary teaching experience preferred for distance courses.
• Strong written and oral English communication required.

Mansioni

• Prepare instructional materials for the course.
• Instruct/teach students in an online environment.
• Mark/grade exams and assignments online.
• Provide constructive feedback to students.
• Monitor and participate in online discussions.
• Interact frequently with students online.

Conoscenze

Communication

Teaching experience

E-learning / online teaching

Formazione

Master’s or PhD

PhD candidate preferred

Strumenti

Virtual classroom software

Descrizione del lavoro

Distance Instructor PSYC 1200 (CUPE Students)

Distance Education Instructor PSYC 1200 D02- CUPE 3909 Unit 1 (Students)

Department of Psychology

Faculty of Arts

Job details:

Course: Introduction to Psychology (Part A & B) PSYC 1200 D02 - 6 Credit Hours

Start date: January 1, 2027

End date: July 16, 2027

Expected total hours:

Appointment Pay Rate: $247.94 per student enrolled at the close of registration revision period

Key responsibilities:

• Preparing instructional materials relevant to the course being taught.
• Instructing/teaching.
• Marking/grading of exams and assignments online etc.
• Providing constructive feedback to students.
• Monitoring and participating in discussion forums online.
• Frequently interacting with students online.

Qualifications:

• Master's, Ph.D. or Ph.D. candidate preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, in the English language required.
• Background/specialization in subject area required.
• Demonstrated competence in post-secondary teaching required. Instructional experience in E-learning or online teaching preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and skills using computers, mobile devices, virtual classroom software.
• Empathetic approach to the instructional needs and concerns of students learning at a distance is required.
• Previous teaching in the subject area or related area would be an asset.

Applications may be considered after the posting closing date.

If more than one section is advertised for this course different applicants may be considered for each section, and applicants are required to indicate their preferred section.

Where a University of Manitoba student is the successful candidate, the terms and conditions of employment, including remuneration, will be governed by the UM/CUPE 3909 (Students) Collective Agreement.

Additional information:

PSYC 1200, Introduction to Psychology (6 credits):Must have successfully completed, with a grade B+ or better, PSYC 1200, Introduction to Psychology, or its equivalent. Preference may be given to applicants who are, or will be, a registered student studying in the Department which is posting the employment opportunity at the time that the duties of the position commence, have taken workshops on course development/training techniques, and experience as a Distance Education Instructor for this or other related courses, or their equivalents. Supervise and schedule work assignments for Grader/Marker or Teaching Assistant, if assigned. May be required to assess and provide feedback to Department Head regarding administrative responsibilities for student grade appeals, requests for time extensions to complete work, deferred examinations, and other administrative duties that may arise. May be required to attend on campus for an in-person exam.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.