Part-Time Professor, Welder - 456A Apprenticeship

Conestoga College; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Conestoga College is seeking a Part-Time Professor to develop and deliver curriculum in Welding Engineering Technology. The position requires a three-year diploma and a Red Seal qualification, along with a minimum of five years of industry experience. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring academic excellence and enhancing student success through engaging teaching practices.

Benefits

Workplace diversity commitment

Accommodations for applicants with disabilities

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of directly related experience in industry.
• Previous adult or post-secondary teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with curriculum development is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure program and course curriculum are current and relevant.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain records as required.
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Three-year diploma in Welding Engineering Technology

Certificate of Qualification (Red Seal) in 456A – Welder trade

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

D2L (learning management system)

Job description

Requisition #: 25-0169

Location: Cambridge

Department: School of Engineering & Technology

Closing Date: Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST

Vacancy Type: Academic - Part-time

Position Summary

Part-Time Academic position

Conestoga 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.

Successful candidates will be required to conduct work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus for this position. Courses for this program are scheduled between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and are on-site, in-person.

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

• Three-year diploma in Welding Engineering Technology and a Certificate of Qualification (Red Seal) in 456A – Welder trade is required
• A minimum of five years of directly related experience in industry is required
• Previous adult or post-secondary level teaching experience is preferred
• 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

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.