Sessional - Faculty (ECED 2440 Lillooet) - (02050.10645)

Thompson Rivers University; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Thompson Rivers University invites applicants for the position of Sessional Faculty in ECED 2440, focusing on family engagement in early childhood education. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong communication and organizational skills, coupled with relevant teaching experience and a commitment to fostering diversity in the classroom. This role offers a unique opportunity to advance educational quality through innovative teaching methods and intercultural understanding.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching experience in early childhood education programs for 3–5-year-olds.
• Experience in integrating Indigenous knowledge and methods.
• Proven skills in fostering intercultural understanding and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Teach ECED 2440: Working with Families from January to April 2025.
• Develop and implement curricula incorporating diverse family structures.
• Evaluate and support ECE students in community-based practica.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Innovative educational program development

Organizational skills

Cultural understanding

Education

Master of Education or equivalent

Job description

Sessional - Faculty (ECED 2440 Lillooet) - (02050.10645)

Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn.

Application Restrictions

Open to both Internal and external

Job Type

Faculty (Sessional)

Posting In effect from

14/11/2024

Closing Application Date

27/11/2024

Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.

Instructional Type

Academic/Career(max 24 credits)

Anticipated Start Date

6/1/2025

Position End Date (If Applicable)

23/4/2025

DUTIES

Thompson Rivers University is seeking a sessional faculty member who will teach a three-credit course: ECED 2440: Working with Families from January 6, 2025 to April 23, 2025 in Lillooet, British Columbia.

A strong, reciprocal and respectful relationship between families and educators is a critical component of quality early childhood education programs. The impact of personal experiences on professional interactions are examined within the context of understanding diverse family structures and contemporary issues. Interpersonal communication strategies for building relationships, problem –solving, and conflict resolution with families are explored, and a variety of strategies to share information with families are reviewed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Of particular interest are those who have successful experience working collaboratively with ECE faculty to support ECE students in planning and implementing innovative educational programs for young children. Experience supporting and evaluating student progress in on-site and community based practica and liaising with community educators regarding student progress is significantly valued.

Relevant successful teaching experience in early childhood education programs for 3–5-year-olds is required;

Demonstrated knowledge of pedagogical narrations and innovative programs for young children is required;

Demonstrated expertise in the course topic areas is required;

Demonstrated experience in integrating Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods (TRC CA 62) is required;

Proven skills in building student capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy, and mutual respect (TRC CA 63) is required;

Teaching excellence, including developing culturally appropriate curricula (TRC CA 10) is required;

Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills is required;

A Master of Education or equivalent in a relevant field is preferred. Equivalent qualifications and/or experience will be considered, such as professional qualifications or where the candidate has accumulated experience and accomplishments judged to be particularly relevant and valuable to the discipline. One example of equivalent qualification would be an individual with a Master of Arts degree plus five years’ experience in a professional setting commensurate with the teaching area or professional role in which they will be employed, with demonstrated evidence of significant professional development activity over the five-year period;

Successful teaching experience in post-secondary institutions is preferred.

Pay Band

$2,575.50 - $2,575.50 ( Sessional Faculty - Academic (per credit) )

Location

# of Hires Needed

1

Organizational Unit

Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Education and Social Work -> Education

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit ourCareers website . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.