Requisition 2200 - Professor, Digital Communications and Social Media

of Applied Arts and Technology
P.O. Box 2034
Fennell Avenue & West 5th Street
Hamilton, Ontario
L8N 3T2
College Website: http://www.MohawkCollege.ca
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Requisition 2200 - Professor, Digital Communications and Social Media

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Status: Full Time

Hours: Monday to Friday; 8:00am to 10:00pm

Home Campus: Fennell

Payband: Not applicable

Salary Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Posting Date: January 26th, 2023

Closing Date:
Open until filled

Please apply online at: www.mohawkcollege.ca/careers

We support and encourage the contributions of our diverse employees. We are committed to nurturing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive (EDI) environment for everyone who learns and works at Mohawk College. We believe the rich diversity among our students and the communities we serve should be reflected within our workforce. As educators we believe it is important to act and show leadership in advancing the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our community.

Mohawk College is currently recruiting for our next

Professor, Digital Communications and Social Media

Specialization: Digital Writing and Multimodal Storytelling


We are currently seeking a qualified professional to join the team as a full time Professor specializing in Digital Writing and Multimodal Storytelling.

​This position will support the development of a new degree in Digital Communication and Social Media as well as various programs in the Creative Industries portfolio (such as Game Design and Journalism among others).

​The successful candidate will have at least 2-4 years teaching experience at the post-secondary level. Under the direction of the Associate Dean, the successful applicant will be expected to develop, deliver, and revise curricula, utilizing an EDI lens, in a supportive, collaborative, and collegial environment. These courses may include but are not limited to:

Writing for Digital Media
Multimodal and Transmedia Storytelling
Representation and Intersectional Identity
Writing for Video Games ​
Faculty must be adept at innovative delivery methods so as to provide a meaningful learning environment for students of diverse backgrounds, learning styles, and ages. Faculty will be expected to collaborate with colleagues across BCILSC – McKeil School of Business | School of Creative Industries, Liberal Studies, and Communication.

Responsibilities:


The duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

Designing, updating, and delivering a variety of courses which uphold academic quality and adhere to college policies and procedures.
Creating a positive, collaborative, and engaging learning environment both in the classroom and online which uphold the principles of EDI.
Mentoring and advising students from a wide range of backgrounds.
Providing innovative and inclusive educational delivery and experiences through the use of online educational technology and learning management systems (i.e. MyCanvas), for in-class and online delivery.
Using a variety of teaching and learning strategies such as Experiential Learning (EL), Universal Design for Learning (UDL), adaptive technology, and alternative delivery methodologies.
Designing accessible assessment strategies and tools for facilitating and evaluating student progress and achievement.
Working creatively and collaboratively with administrators, colleagues, staff, and students.
Managing the educational environment to facilitate an optimal learning experience and student success.
Applying cooperative college values and philosophy in all work activities and interactions with other professors.
Contribute to the transformational development of the program based on the needs of a diverse spectrum of consumers.
Participating in department, school, and college-wide activities/tasks as required.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have:

A PhD in Digital Writing, Digital Communications, Media Studies, Communication and Culture, or a related discipline.
2-4 years teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
Demonstrated skills in developing student capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy, and mutual respect.
Proficiency using various digital technology tools.
Previous post-secondary experience developing curriculum and learning materials for both in-person and online courses.
Demonstrated experience teaching digital writing and multimodal storytelling at the post-secondary level.
Demonstrated effectively inspiring and sparking curiosity among learners as they pursue various careers in digital communication.
Demonstrated ability to relate to learners.
Created positive learning environments for students working at different skill levels including international students, Indigenous students, first-generation students, and students who need accommodations is an asset.
Evidence of demonstrated application of adult learning principles, methodologies, curriculum design, and development.
Knowledge and experience with Learning Management Systems to enhance learning.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an academic team, through the application of strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment and understanding of human rights, equity, diversity and inclusion with the ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse groups of students, employees and the community.

Faculty members hired at Mohawk College must be prepared to teach with a learner-centered approach and to assist in the development and application of alternate delivery methods. Faculty may be assigned to teach classes at any College Campus and may be scheduled to teach between 8:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Friday.

This position is part of Mohawk College’s response to the Calls to Action in Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Report, and as part of our commitment to our Indigenous Education and Initiatives Plan, preference will be given to Indigenous Peoples or Peoples of Turtle Island, including those who identify as First Nations (status or non-status), Metis & Inuit.

Candidate should have experience and knowledge of Indigenous education, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and EDI in curriculum/program development, teaching, and learning.



Mohawk College prioritizes recruiting and retaining diverse employees. With this in mind, the College is committed to fostering inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection processes.

Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at (905) 575 - 2047.

Mohawk College is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, S2LGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

For more information concerning the Mohawk College strategic plan, please see: strategicplan.mohawkcollege.ca/
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