Requisition 2289 - Professor, Communication

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 2289 - Professor, Communication

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Status: Full Time

Campus: Fennell

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

No. of Positions: 4

Rate of Pay: Commensurate upon qualifications and experience

Pay band: Not applicable

Posting Date: March 23rd, 2023

Closing Date: April 2nd, 2023

Please apply online to: 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, Communication

We are currently seeking a qualified professional to join the Communication and Global Studies team as a full time Professor specializing in Communication.

​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 of a variety of courses ranging from language development to communication and critical thinking. Faculty must be adept at innovative delivery methods so as to provide a meaningful learning environment for students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.

​All candidates selected for an interview will be required to present on a topic related to the position as well as complete an assignment grading exercise as part of the interview process.


RESPONSIBILITIES:


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

Designing, updating, and delivering a variety of courses which uphold academic quality, college policies and procedures.
Creating a positive and engaging learning environment both in the classroom and online which uphold the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI).
Providing innovative educational delivery and experiences through the use of on-line educational technology and learning management systems (i.e. MyCanvas), for in-class, online synchronous and online asynchronous delivery.
Using a variety of teaching and learning strategies such as Experiential Learning (EL), Universal Design for Learning (UDL), adaptive technology, alternative delivery methodologies.
Designing appropriate assessment strategies and tools for facilitating and evaluating student progress and achievement.
Participate in department, school, and college-wide activities/tasks as required.
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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will have:

​A Master’s level graduate degree or equivalent experience, in a related discipline (i.e. – rhetoric, composition, applied linguistics, communication, adult digital education).
Two to four years teaching experience at the post-secondary level, in both in-class and online environments
Experience teaching post-secondary courses that focus on professional workplace writing and oral communication as well as critical thinking, research and reporting in academic and workplace environments
Knowledge and experience in using problem-based learning principles in a post-secondary environment
Demonstrated ability in the application of adult digital education methodology.
​Demonstrated ability to relate to learners and provide a positive learning environment to students working at different skill levels including international students, Indigenous students, first-generation students, and students requiring accommodation is an asset.
​Experience in industry and/or knowledge of workplace culture.
​Evidence of demonstrated application of adult learning principles, methodologies, curriculum design, and development.
​Knowledge and experience with computer systems (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite) and educational technologies (e.g. Zoom, Teams, Canvas).
​Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an academic team, through the application of strong interpersonal and communication skills.
​Working closely with other stakeholders across the institution to assist in applying curriculum processes while adhering to standards that promote quality and innovation across program areas.
​TESL Ontario or TESL Canada Level II accreditation or equivalent is an asset.
​Knowledge of college programming an asset
Previous experience with learning design and course/program development is an asset.
Demonstrated commitment and understanding of human rights, equity, diversity and inclusion with the ability to communicate and work effectively inter-culturally 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. He/she/They 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.



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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