Part-Time Professor, Massage Therapy

Conestoga College School of Business; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Conestoga College is looking for a qualified part-time Professor to teach in the Massage Therapy program from September to December 2025. This role requires a recognized Massage Therapy qualification and involves curriculum development and student assessment, contributing to the academic excellence of the program.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Massage Therapy post-secondary program required.
• 3+ years relevant experience is essential.
• Teaching experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver curriculum for the Massage Therapy program.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain records.
• Create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Presentation

Communication

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Massage Therapy post-secondary program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

D2L (eConestoga)

Job description

Position Summary

Part-Time Academic, new position

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.

As a part-time Professor, you will develop and deliver curriculum using various engaging and innovative methods, playing a pivotal role in enhancing academic excellence through sound, teaching practice.

The School of Health & Life Sciences is currently seeking qualified professionals to join the Massage Therapy program to teach part-time from September 2025 to December 2025.

Successful candidates will be required to conduct work within Ontario and must be available to work on-site at Conestoga’s Doon campus in Kitchener located at 299 Doon Valley Drive. Conestoga offers classes Monday to Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Part-time Professors typically teach one to two courses and 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 regularly. 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 recognized Massage Therapy post-secondary program is required
• Member in good standing with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario is required
• Minimum of three years of relevant work experience is required
• Previous adult or post-secondary level teaching experience is an asset
• Experience with curriculum development is 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
  
  

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