Instructor ITAL 3P93 Fall D2

Brock University; Canada; On-site; CAD 7,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Brock University is seeking a part-time Instructor for ITAL 3P93 Dante’s Inferno at the Main Campus. The candidate should possess a PhD in Italian Studies, demonstrate instructional competence, and manage course-related tasks enrichingly. This role offers the opportunity to engage with students in a dynamic learning environment, contributing to their academic growth and exploration of Dante's works.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Inclusive workplace environment

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Italian Studies or equivalent.
• Evidence of successful university-level teaching.
• Fluency in English; integration of web-based tools expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures for ITAL 3P93 Dante’s Inferno.
• Conduct student consultations and grading.
• Work with Italian Studies Program Coordinator.

Skills

Teaching competence

Multimedia teaching tools

Time management

Education

PhD in Italian Studies

Tools

Brightspace

Office software

Job description

Instructor ITAL 3P93 Fall D2 page is loaded

Instructor ITAL 3P93 Fall D2

Apply locations St. Catharines, Main Campus time type Part time posted on Posted 9 Days Ago job requisition id JR-1020624

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

We are one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara. Brock has been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity compiled by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities.

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Post End Date:

June 9, 2025 at 11:59 PMThis job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group)

Title of Course: ITAL 3P93 Dante’s Inferno

ITAL 3P93 D2 LEC Wednesdays 1600-1900
Please Note: The mode of delivery for this course will be face to face during the term.

Compensation

Effective September 1, 2024 - $7,471.08 per half course (195 hours nominally)
Effective September 1, 2024 - $14,942.17 per full course (390 hours nominally)
Please note: Instructors who are employed in a 2-hour/week lecture, or the equivalent of a 2-hour/week lecture, are responsible for the first hour of seminar/lab in each course.

Duties

Duties and responsibilities will be in accordance with Article 22.01 of the Collective Agreement. These include scheduled contact time with students and non-classroom time (preparation of lectures, student consultation, marking and grading and course administration, including grade appeals and cases of academic dishonesty). Successful candidate is expected to work closely with the Italian Studies Program Coordinator.

Qualifications

1. Graduate degree (PhD, PhD abd) in Italian Studies or the equivalent with a specialization and/or publications in the areas in Dante Studies or Medieval Studies. A record of sustained successful teaching of literary courses at the University level. Native or near native fluency in English.
2. Teaching documentation: evidence of teaching competence at University level specifically dealing with courses on Dante or the Middle Ages; official student and peer evaluations; teaching dossier; sample course syllabus; references. Ability to work alone without immediate direct supervision. Responsibility in all aspects of course work: course development; careful test and exam preparation; student assessment; prompt and accurate marking.
3. Expected integration of web-based and multimedia teaching/learning tools. Use of email, Brightspace, internet, common office software (e.g. Word, Excel) and multi-media equipment.
4. Commitment to responsible time management (e.g. course structuring, punctuality for lectures). Commitment to meeting the requirements and administrative responsibilities associated with the delivery of the course. Availability for individual consultation with students (office hours 1.5 hours per section per week required) and proctoring exam.

Applications

Please include:
1. a cover letter
2. a current resume
3. course/performance evaluations
4. a sample syllabus for a course on Dante’s Inferno
5. at least two reference letters.

Members with seniority can provide seniority date in the application questionnaire. Assure to include all required documentation.

Please Note

Positions listed on this posting are subject to course enrolments and budgetary approval.

As per Article 22.04 of the Collective Agreement:

· Part-time Graduate Students and Non-Students shall not accept any appointment which, taken together with all other appointments at the University, would cause the member to exceed the maximum number of regular hours - i.e. not overtime hours - allowable in a work week under the Employment Standards Act, as amended from time to time.

Applicants that are in excess of the above noted workload limits will not have their applications considered unless they have received prior written approval from the appropriate Dean and the Human Resources Department.

The Collective Agreement governs part-time Instructor, Teaching Assistant, Lab Demonstrator, Course Coordinator and Marker-Grader positions at Brock University. The Agreement can be accessed on the Human Resources Web Site - https://brocku.ca/human-resources/collective-agreements/

Additional Comments

Course descriptions can be found on the Undergraduate course calendar website:
http://www.brocku.ca/webcal/

Academic terms generally run from:

Fall – September to December

Winter – January to April

Spring – May to July

Summer – July to August

*Actual dates can be found on the Timetables available on the Office of the Registrar web page: https://brocku.ca/registrar/toolkit/registration/

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy . As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups .

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodat e the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code . Please contact [e-mail] if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure you r participation needs are met.

Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

We appreciate all applications received . C andidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca .

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