Continuing Education

**Continuing Education - Library and Information Technician - Indigenous Perspectives** **We support and encourage the contributions of our diverse employees. In partnership with Indigenous communities and supported by our strategic plan Mohawk College is committed to meaningfully advancing Truth and Reconciliation by supporting decolonization and reconciliation, and including Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Doing into our educational programs.

Mohawk College is currently recruiting for qualified professionals to teach the following online course in our Library and Information Technician Diploma in Continuing Education:
**INDS 10045 Indigenous Perspectives**

Continuing Education at Mohawk College offers a wide variety of programs, courses and workshops for those pursuing professional studies, practical workplace skills or for personal interest.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:
Instructors are responsible for:

- Working closely with stakeholders across the institution to foster sustainable practices for including Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Doing into education programming, including developing land-based, intergenerational, and/or multimodal learning activities.
- Consulting with Mohawk College’s Indigenous Education Council, Elders, and Indigenous learners to build a safe learning environment that respects Indigenous culture and identities.
- Creating a positive, collaborative, and engaging learning environment online that upholds the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI).
- Providing innovative educational delivery and experiences through the use of online educational technology and learning management systems (i.e., OntarioLearn), for 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.
- Delivering the course(s) as described in the curriculum provided by the Program Manager.
- Ensuring the integrity of the content being delivered is upheld.
- Posting online content, facilitating student discussion groups and responding electronically to students within 48 hours.
- Evaluating student progress against the learning outcomes.
- Maintaining records and utilizing Mohawk data systems for grading, course updates etc.
- Ensuring adherence to Mohawk Colleges’ Policies and Procedures at all times.
- Working creatively, collaboratively, and collegially with administrators, colleagues, staff, and learners.
- Managing the educational environment to facilitate an optimal learning experience and learner success.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
The successful applicant will have:

- Lived experience in and knowledge of First Nations, Métis, or Inuit communities.
- A Master’s degree in library science, library and information science, information science, or information, or equivalent education and lived experience.
- Evidence of three to five years of effective adult or post-secondary level teaching experience.
- Demonstrated ability to relate to diverse learners and provide a positive learning environment to learners working at different skill levels, including international learners, Indigenous learners, first-generation learners, and learners requiring accommodation.
- Experience and knowledge of the intersections of Indigenous education, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as they relate broadly to curriculum/program development and teaching and learning.
- Ability to demonstrate theoretical and practical knowledge in the Library field achieved through education and extensive experience.
- Excellent written and communication skills.
- Familiarity with the OntarioLearn learning management system would be considered a strong 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 learners, employees, and the community.

Preference will be given to Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island including those who identify as First Nations (with or without status), Métis, and 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.

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

**APPLICATION**:
Mohawk College thanks all applicants for their interest in employment; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Mohawk College thanks all applicants for their interest in employment; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Mohawk College is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free re