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Position Title Instructor
Posting Number F00563P
Job Posting Open Date 05/17/2023
Job Posting Close Date 05/30/2023
Position Start Date 08/29/2023
Position End Date 12/18/2023
Location Interurban
Applicant Portal Position Category Faculty
Employee Group Faculty (CCFA)
Salary Salary is commensurate with education and experience as per the Collective Agreement.
Number of positions to be hired under this posting
Workload Percentage [%]
1-2 positions
Varying workloads from 18.75% – 70%
Position Type Term Part Time
Posting Type Employees & General Public
Position Reason New
Division/School Health & Human Services
Department Community Family Child Studies
Job Description
The following is required for successful employment at Camosun College:
• A demonstrated commitment to the scholarship of teaching and learning
• Active participation in our learner centered environment while promoting excellence in program discipline
• Ability to plan, organize and evaluate teaching approaches and outcomes to maximize student learning
• Commitment to current and trending philosophies, practices and advancements
• Adherence to, and compliance with teaching related policies, procedures and protocols
• A consistent demonstration of excellence and respect in verbal and written communications
• An ability to contribute to and cultivate collegial and collaborative work relationships
• Comfort and familiarity with educational technology and MS Office programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel
• Capable of thriving in a BC post-secondary education setting that’s welcoming and relevant to Indigenous learners and helping to prepare non-Indigenous students, graduates and employees to better understand, live alongside of, and work with Indigenous peoples.
• A commitment to sustainable practices within our environment and society
Job Description Additional Information

The School of Health and Human Services, Community, Family and Child Studies Program is currently accepting resumes for term faculty positions. The CFCS Program is a dynamic, professional, two year program that leads graduates toward a career as a caring, ethical professional in a wide range of community and social service settings.
The curriculum is based on contemporary research and grounded in principles of social justice, strength-based practice, self-determination, community living values, and a social model of support. Understandings of Indigenous ways of being and knowing are woven through the program with a commitment to decolonizing curriculum and pedagogy.
The successful applicant will be qualified to teach across the CFCS Diploma Program with a focus on the following courses:
CFCS 140 Introduction to Community Resources and Supports
This course introduces students to a broad range of community resources, human services and supports relevant to community, family and child studies. Students will meet with people from a variety of community organizations and will begin to develop professional relationships.
Wednesdays 9:30am – 12:20pm
CFCS 214 Professional Practice 2
This course builds on the knowledge and skills introduced in CFCS 114 with an emphasis on professional standards, relevant legislation, and leadership models. Students will further develop skills and strategies necessary for interdisciplinary team work. Lifelong learning and its relationship to personal and professional development is explored.
Mondays 2:30pm – 5:20pm
CFCS 240 Practicum-Practicum 1
This course provides students with opportunities for practice in a variety of community settings. Students will begin to integrate core concepts into their practice as CFCS professionals. Students will use a social justice perspective to demonstrate their developing knowledge, skills, values and beliefs as CFCS Professionals.
Fridays 9:30am-11:20am as well as field visits Tuesday and Wednesday
Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or related discipline
• Bachelor’s Degree in Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or related discipline
• Minimum of five years’ experience working in a community social services profession
• Minimum of one year experience teaching adults in a post-secondary setting
• Experience with decolonizing curriculum and pedagogy with an understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing and being

An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
Capabilities
The core capabilities are required for all positions at the college.

Focus on Students and Their Success (Core)
• We all have a role to play in promoting and supporting students – directly or indirectly – contributing to their success, education and transition as they build their path to the future.

Cultural Alignment (Core)
• Inclusion and respect align with Camosun’s traditions of lifelong learning and positive, supportive experiences for all. We examine our individual and institutional cultures and, through indigenization, consider other ways of knowing (thinking), being (approaches), doing (acting), and relating.

Fostering and Nurturing Relationships (Core)
• Fostering and nurturing relationships is at the core of everything we do. Successful workplace relationships take time to develop and include building trust, engagement and collaboration.
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Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Camosun College values diversity as a strength and strives to be an equitable and inclusive college community of students and employees. The College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that adheres to the BC Human Rights Code which protects against discrimination based on Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical and mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age. The College also recognizes and honors UNDRIP, the TRC Calls to Actions and the BC Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples’ Act. Going beyond legislation, Camosun recognizes the historical and persistent inequities that many people of marginalized groups have faced in society and in the workplace. We seek to dismantle these barriers through systemic and institutional changes focused on strengthening inclusive hiring practices, accessibility and organizational culture. We recognize that moving towards more equitable communities is an ongoing and evolving journey - one which the College is committed to undertaking. Since Camosun plays an important role in creating change within communities, it is our hope that our employees reflect the diversity of our students and experience an inclusive and supportive work environment. Please contact Human Resources for more information.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * What is the nature of your eligibility to work in Canada?
    • Canadian Citizen
    • Permanent Resident
    • Work Permit
  3. If you have a valid work permit, please indicate its expiry date (mm/dd/yy)

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
Optional Documents