ESL Instructor, PMPB 6P23 Fall

2 weeks ago


St Catharines, Canada Brock University Full time

This position is part of the

CUPE4207-3 (Employee Group)

One of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara, and ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers compiled by Forbes and Statista, Brock University is an inclusive, welcoming campus community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities for those with passion, energy and expertise. We’re looking for team members who want to help us continue to deliver an exceptional student experience, perform impact-driven research and generate life-changing breakthroughs for our world. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date:

May 29, 2024

POSITION TITLE: ESL INSTRUCTOR – Reading for Business Purposes – PMPB 6P23

DEPARTMENT: Graduate Programs, Goodman School of Business

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Temporary Part-time (September 1, 2024- December 30, 2024)

COMPENSATION: 150 hours nominally; Unit 3 ESL Instructor part-time contract positions are paid an hourly rate, as per the collective agreement.

JOB SUMMARY:

Lecture times: Mondays 1400-1700

The Professional Masters Preparation Certificate Program - Business Stream (PMPB) requires instructors for PMPB 6P23 (Reading for Business Purposes) for Fall Term. In addition to scheduled contact time with students, instructors are responsible for the preparation of weekly lesson plans, supplementary materials, tests, and assignments for their courses in accordance with assigned textbook and Goodman School of Business (GSB) curriculum. They are also responsible for the invigilation of the course final exam during the University exam period, as well as the marking and evaluation of student work, record keeping and attending meetings with program coordinator when required. Instructors are expected to work collaboratively with other instructors and to maintain frequent communication with program coordinator. Other course-specific duties as assigned by coordinator.

The current plan is to deliver this course in person in the Fall; however, an online section may be offered depending on student needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The minimum qualifications for a new appointment shall be:

1. Master’s level qualifications in related areas ( Business Communications, English, Applied Linguistics, Languages). Although a complete master's degree is preferred, candidates with a master's in progress may be considered for the position.

2. Minimum of 3 years’ experience teaching advanced reading skills to international students at the University level.

3. Successful record helping international students develop proficiency in their ability to read.

4. Must be knowledgeable about different strategies to build academic and business vocabulary.

5. Proven ability to teach critical reading and to assess critical reflections from students.

6. Previous successful experience teaching university-level reading using authentic academic and business materials and helping students become independent readers and monitor their own reading process.

7. Demonstrated interpersonal qualities that support international students’ course-related needs. Ability to communicate effectively and provide constructive feedback. Solid organizational skills and demonstrated capacity to keep accurate records. Ability to work collaboratively with other instructors and program coordinator.

8. Advanced competence in the use of email, Sakai, Microsoft Office 365, Internet, Wikis (websites that allow users to create content collaboratively), Lifesize, Turnitin, Digital teaching platforms, and multi-media equipment.

9. Members who have previously taught PMPB 6P23 successfully in the past are considered qualified.

* It is the applicant's responsibility to demonstrate how his/her training and experience match the required qualifications.

APPLICATIONS:

Please include a cover letter and a current resume. Members with seniority, please provide your seniority date (for Unit 3) in the application questionnaire.

NOTES :

The position(s) listed on this posting and the corresponding number of vacancies are subject to course enrolments. Lecture times are also subject to change depending on final Fall/Winter schedule.

This position is included in the CUPE, Local 4207 Unit 3 Union. It is Brock University's policy to give first consideration to qualified internal CUPE Local 4207-Unit 3 applicants. The Collective Agreement governs ESL Instructor positions at Brock University and can be accessed on the Human Resources Web Site -

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS :

Course descriptions can be found on the Undergraduate course calendar website:

Academic terms generally run from:

Fall –September to December

Winter –January to April

Spring –May to July

Summer –July to August

*Actual dates can be found on the Timetables available on the Office of the Registrar web page:

We appreciate all applications received; however, we will contact only those candidates selected for an interview.

Applicants are required to upload a resume and cover letter as part of the application process.

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of Employment Equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Aboriginal peoples including those who identify as members of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) persons are encouraged to apply. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy .Please advise: to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

It is Brock University’s policy to give consideration to qualified internal applicants.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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