Professor, Railway Car Technician

Job Number:
- J0524-0004- Job Title:
- Professor, Railway Car Technician - Part-time/Contract - School of Transportation- Job Type:
- Temp PT, Academic- Bargaining Unit:
- Non-bargaining- School/Department:
- Academic- Campus:
- Ashtonbee Campus- Location:
- Greater Toronto Area- Date Posted:
- May 1, 2024- Closing Date:
- May 15, 2024**Salary**: As per College Policy
Contract Period**:August 19, 2024 - December 13, 2024**

We also recognize that Centennial is situated on the Treaty Lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and pay tribute to their legacy as well as that of all First Peoples that have been and remain present here in Toronto. We recognize that First Peoples come from sovereign Nations and that part of understanding our responsibilities of residing on this territory are understanding the true history, circumstances and legacy of the Treaties signed here (such as the Toronto Purchase, Robinson-Huron Treaty and Williams Treaties) and including pre-contact Treaties and Agreements between sovereign Nations and that all peoples in this area are therefore Treaty people with obligations and responsibilities to all our relations.

**Position Summary**

The incumbent will also collaborate/participate in program and course development, course modifications, lab maintenance/improvement, program quality assurance/accreditation, applied research initiatives, community outreach and on-going future program needs.

**Responsibilities**
- Provide and promote a respectful and supportive environment through communication and action, based on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion with all students, faculty, staff, external partners and community members
- Supports Lab Leads in maintaining the labs to create a quality learning environment
- Use effective interpersonal communication skills with students, faculty, management and external partners or community members, showing a sensitivity to intercultural communication
- Work effectively in a team-based environment
- Create a positive and engaging learning environment for all in person and virtual learning settings
- Use a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies including the use academic technology effectively to enhance and support learning both in person and online
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Collaborate with other faculty to enhance student learning opportunities and methods
- Critically examine learning materials and classroom instructional practice for discriminatory bias or barriers
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations, to stay update on industry trends
- Remain current in technical knowledge and instructional delivery techniques
- Attend meetings, maintains records of student grades/assessments, and participates in meetings and activities pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Note: Due to program expansion and year-round delivery of programs, this position may have teaching assigned through the summer and on weekends Saturdays as well as off-site.

**Qualifications/Experience**
- Railway Car Technician (268R) in good standing or a minimum of five (5) years progressive, current and relevant experience with the repair of rail cars and rail car systems
- Certification in Teaching of Adults, or equivalent training and/or experience in a trades-training context is an asset
- Experience in course or learning materials development is an asset
- Proven communication (written/oral) and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate expectations for students regarding learning outcomes and the evaluation techniques to be used
- Strong team player with demonstrated collaboration on vehicle maintenance projects and/or learning delivery
- Demonstrated understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion to meet the needs of our diverse students, staff and college community
- Ability to effectively manage a classroom and lab settings to ensure a quality learning experience
- Strong relationship and collaboration with faculty, support staff and management
- Demonstrated creative and innovative thinking skills

Proof of credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post secondary institutions and/or their foreign equivalents will be required at the time of job offer.

When applying, your cover letter and résumé must include examples that reflect all of the requested skills and qualifications and **must be submitted online by May 15, 2024 at 11:59 PM EST. Please quote Job ID J0524-0004. **Misrepresentation of applicant information will be grounds for your exclusion from the competition or for dismissal should you subsequently be hired for the position. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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