Part-time Facilitator – Training & Development HRM 4280

Durham College; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Durham College in Oshawa is seeking a part-time facilitator for the course “Training & Development HRM 4280.” The role will be delivered online asynchronously through Ontario Learn, reporting to the Academic Manager, Business programs. A cover letter and resume are required for consideration.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of five years of industry experience related to the topic, a master's degree in business, and post-secondary teaching credentials.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recent industry experience related to the topic being taught.
• Master's degree in business; formal studies in adult/higher education (Bachelor/Master of Education) are assets.
• HRPA accreditation is considered an asset.
• Course facilitation/teaching at post-secondary level or in a business environment with adult education principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, critical thinking and problem solving.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines.
• Experience using technology to support student learning and manage grades.
• Self-motivated and independent, yet a team player.
• Committed to life-long learning.
• Understanding of the Ontario college system.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive learning environment that accommodates diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Utilize adult education principles to engage students effectively.
• Use educational technologies to support learning and manage grades.
• Develop curriculum with appropriate assessment strategies and tools.
• Ensure course content remains current and relevant.
• Work independently and with initiative; collaborate with programming team and stakeholders.

Skills

Industry experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Lifelong learning

Self-motivation

Education

Master's degree in business

Bachelor of Education

Master of Education

HRPA accreditation (asset)

Tools

Learning management systems

Grading software

Job description

Part-time Facilitator – Training & Development HRM 4280

COMPETITION NO. PT-PPL-417

About Durham College

Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co‑ops and other hands‑on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce.

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.

Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programmes – including six bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 11,000 full‑time post‑secondary and nearly 3,000 apprenticeship students. In addition, we have more than 16,000 student registrations in professional and part‑time learning. More than 120,000 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.

DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well‑being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.

Position Information

Durham College is seeking an experienced and motivated professional who shares our commitment to quality and student success. Professional and Part‑Time Learning (PPL) requires a part‑time facilitator to deliver the course entitled “Training & Development HRM 4280”. This position reports to the Academic Manager, Business programs and this course will be delivered online asynchronously through Ontario Learn.

For more information about the programs we offer or working for PPL, we invite you to please visit our website https://durhamcollege.ca/academic-faculties/professional-and-part-time-learning and watch this short video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwCTF8hq1CM

The responsibilities of Durham College Part‑Time Facilitators include, but are not limited to:

• Creating a positive learning environment that accommodates students’ diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, experiences and individual learning styles
• Utilizing principles of adult education to actively engage students in the learning process.
• Effectively using educational technologies to support learning as well as managing and posting grades.
• Developing curriculum that uses appropriate strategies and tools to assess student learning.
• Ensuring that all course content is current and relevant.
• Working independently and demonstrating initiative; and
• Working effectively with students, the programming team and a variety of internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will meet or exceed the following qualifications:

• Minimum of five years of recent industry experience that relates directly to the topic being taught.
• Holds a master's degree in business. In addition, formal studies in adult or higher education, including a Bachelor of Education or a Master of Education, are considered assets.
• HRPA accreditation is considered an asset.
• Course facilitation and/or teaching experience at the post‑secondary level or within a business environment, with the demonstrated application of adult educational principles and teaching/assessment methodologies.
• Superior skills in the areas of verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, critical thinking and problem solving.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• A proven track record in consistently meeting deadlines.
• Experienced in the use of technology to support student learning and manage grades.
• Self‑motivated and independent worker who also functions well in a team environment.
• Committed to life‑long learning.
• Understanding of the Ontario college system.

Preference will be given to candidates with relevant educational credentials and a proven track record of relevant industry and course facilitation/teaching experience.

Please note that both a cover letter and a resume must be provided for your application to be considered for this position.

Durham College invites applications from all qualified individuals. Durham is committed to fostering workplace diversity, and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in alternate format; require communication supports; an accommodation in applying for a posting and/or if you are selected for an interview, please contact our Human Resources (HR) department and an HR assistant will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank you for your interest in employment with Durham College however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Land Acknowledgement

Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and, through the treaty process, share the lands on which we live, learn, teach and prosper today.