Instructor, Agroecology Micro-credential

Vancouver Island University; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island University recrute un enseignant pour un micro-credential en Agroecology, impliquant des cours en ligne et des journées de terrain. Le candidat doit démontrer un engagement envers l'enseignement et posséder une formation pertinente. Des compétences en gestion de l'apprentissage et en communication sont également requises.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit plan

Ample paid holiday time

Professional development opportunities

Desirable pension plan

Well-being initiatives and services

Strategic discounts

Flexible work opportunities

Qualifications

• Engagement dans l'enseignement et la réussite des étudiants.
• Capacité à soutenir les styles d'apprentissage des adultes avec sensibilité.
• Capacité à travailler de manière autonome et en collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Enseigner un micro-credential en Agroecology sur 8 semaines.
• Préparer et donner des cours, évaluer et maintenir des dossiers des étudiants.
• Collaborer avec le coordinateur du programme et des conférenciers invités.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Facilitation skills

Education

Degree in relevant subject area (e.g., Agroecology, Environmental Studies)

Tools

Learning Management System (e.g., Desire2Learn, Blackboard, Moodle)

Job description

Duties:

Teach an 8-week micro-credential on Agroecology (Thursdays 6pm to 9pm synchronous online + two Saturday field days). Prepare and deliver classes using provided course materials, grade student assignments, evaluate student progress, maintain records of attendance, assignments, and quizzes. Communicate with guest speakers to receive biographical information and liaise with guest speakers to ensure presentations are consistent with course materials. Consult/collaborate with the Program Coordinator.

See an overview of the certificate on the agriculture micro-credentials page.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning, and student success. Successful candidates will participate in activities outside the classroom including student support and department committees.

Required Qualifications:

Degree in relevant subject area such as Agroecology, Agriculture and Food Systems, Environmental Studies, or Biology from an appropriately accredited institution.Demonstrated knowledge and skills in the content covered within the micro-credential. Demonstrated ability to facilitate effectively (online and in person), and to support adult learning styles with sensitivity, enthusiasm, and creativity.Experience using a common learning management system, such as Desire2Learn, Blackboard, or Moodle. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative, and to work collaboratively.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in relevant subject area.
• Experience working in agriculture.
• Recent experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note:

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.