Part-Time Professor, Communicative Disorders Assistant

Conestoga College; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 118,000 - 204,000; Part time

Job summary

Conestoga College is seeking a Part-time Professor for Communicative Disorders Assistant at its Doon campus in Kitchener. Candidates will teach up to 6 hours per week, typically one to two courses, with classes scheduled Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

sessions on-site during the academic calendar. Responsibilities include curriculum upkeep, student progress evaluation, and use of learning management tools like D2L.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary credential in communicative disorders assistant, speech-language pathology, or audiology required; bachelor’s degree in health science or related field preferred.
• Minimum three years of clinical experience in communicative disorders support roles is required.
• Experience with D2L and MS Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Keep curriculum current and aligned with best practices.
• Design tools to facilitate and evaluate student progress and achievement.
• Deliver instruction across online, classroom, and lab formats.
• Clarify course objectives, teaching methods, and evaluation systems.
• Assess student work and maintain records for the course.
• Support students in using eConestoga and manage course materials in D2L.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment and collaborate across the college.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Post-secondary credential in communicative disorders

Bachelor's degree in health science/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

D2L (Desire2Learn)

Job description

Job Title: Part-time Professor, Communicative Disorders Assistant

Requisition #: 26-0276

Department: School of Health & Life Sciences

Payband Range: $85.46 - $148.27

Hours/Week: Up to 6

Posting Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026

Closing Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

This program offers classes Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and successful candidates will be required to work on-site at Conestoga’s Doon campus, located at 299 Doon Valley Dr. in Kitchener, in accordance with our academic calendar . Part-time Professors typically teach one to two courses. Courses are approximately three to six hours per week in the classroom for a 14-week term.

Applications will be provided to the hiring team on a weekly schedule. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Responsibilities

• Ensure program and course curriculum are current, relevant, and reflective of best practices in the field
• Design appropriate strategies and tools for facilitating and evaluating student progress and achievement
• Carry out regularly scheduled instruction according to the format prescribed for the course, including online, classroom, and computer-assisted lab lessons
• Ensure student awareness of course objectives, instructional approach, and evaluation systems
• Evaluate student progress/achievement, assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of student work within the assigned course, and maintain records as required
• Support students in the use of eConestoga, the learning management system (D2L), as well as maintain course materials within this system
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment which supports the diversity of students’ cultures, educational backgrounds, and learning styles
• Work in a collaborative, collegial manner both within the department and across the college

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary credential in communicative disorders assistant, speech-language pathology, or audiology is required; bachelor’s degree in health science, human services, or a related field is preferred
• Minimum three years of clinical experience working as a Communicative Disorders Assistant, Speech-Language Pathologist, or Audiologist, supporting individuals with speech, language, communication, and/or hearing needs is required
• Demonstrated understanding of the Communicative Disorders Assistant’s role, scope of practice, and responsibilities when working under the direction of a Speech-Language Pathologist or Audiologist is required
• Previous adult or post-secondary teaching experience would be an asset
• Experience with computer systems (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and educational technologies (e.g., D2L) is preferred
• Demonstrated exceptional presentation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an academic team
• Demonstrated ability to relate to learners and provide a positive learning environment to students working at different skill levels, including international students and students requiring accommodation, is an asset
• Strong commitment to academic excellence, student success, and ability to support Conestoga’s continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Strong relationships with industry contacts and network connections are considered an asset

Compensation is determined using a standardized wage calculation that considers education, relevant industry experience, and teaching experience. Part-Time Professors are paid an hourly rate based on Teaching Contact Hours (up to 6 hours per week). This rate is inclusive of all academic responsibilities, including course preparation, delivery, and evaluation. The posted hourly rate represents an estimated range. Successful candidates will receive an individualized wage calculation at the time of offer.

Conestoga College is a leader in polytechnic education. Our career-focused education, training, and applied research programs prepare students for success, support industry, and workforce needs and promote economic prosperity throughout our region and across Ontario.

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Conestoga College is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources via the Contact page.