Sessional - Faculty (EDIE 4150) - ()

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

Job summary

A Canadian educational institution is seeking a sessional faculty member to teach a course on Inclusive Education focused on specific learning disabilities. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Education, preferably a Master's or higher, and have extensive K-12 teaching experience. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential, alongside a commitment to fostering intercultural understanding and developing culturally appropriate curricula.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of full-time K-12 teaching experience.
• Post-secondary teaching experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Aboriginal knowledge and teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Teach one section of EDIE4150: Inclusive Education.
• Introduce teacher candidates to specific learning disabilities.
• Cover relevant theories and classroom intervention strategies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Understanding of child development

Cultural understanding

Education

Bachelor of Education

Master of Education (PhD/EdD preferred)

Job description

Description

Thompson Rivers University is seeking a sessional faculty member to teach one section of EDIE4150: Inclusive Education: Specific Learning, scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 3:20 p.m.

Course Description

This course introduces teacher candidates to the field of specific learning disabilities. It covers the historical perspective, relevant theories, legislation in British Columbia, screening and assessment practices, and intervention strategies impacting classroom practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Education
• Master of Education (PhD / EdD strongly preferred)
• Recent K-12 teaching experience, with at least three years full-time classroom experience
• Current knowledge of the subject area
• Understanding of child development related to elementary or secondary education
• Post-secondary teaching experience (preferred)
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to build intercultural understanding, empathy, and mutual respect
• Experience with Aboriginal knowledge and teaching methods (TRC CA 62)
• Skills in fostering intercultural understanding (TRC CA 63)
• Experience developing culturally appropriate curricula (TRC CA 10)

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Contract

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1