Part-time Professor-Honours Bachelor of Paralegal
COMPETITION NO. PT-SCS-16
About Durham College:
Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce.
A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.
Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 11,000 full-time post-secondary and nearly 3,000 apprenticeship students. In addition, we have more than 16,000 student registrations in professional and part-time learning. More than 120,000 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.
DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.
Position Information:
Durham College is seeking an experienced and motivated professional who shares our commitment to quality and student success. The Faculty of Social and Community Services requires a part-time professor to teach in the Honours Bachelor of Paralegal program, available courses are currently:
Criminal Justice System and Summary Conviction
Courtroom and Tribunal Advocacy: Weekly Mock Trials
Methods and Strategies for Alternative Dispute Resolution
Paralegal Practice Management
Provincial Offences: Prosecution and Defense
Indigenous Perspectives on Canadian Law
Part-time faculty teach up to 6 hours per week with varied schedules Monday through Thursday between 8:00 am and 9:00 pm and Fridays between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm. Part-time recruitment is ongoing and is dependent on when courses are being taught and the need for faculty to teach. Course assignments are based on scheduling and instructional needs.
Academic starting wages are determined based on qualifications and years of related experience. Upon hire, the incumbent will receive a pay calculation to determine their ‘step’ placement within the pay range. Part-time professors will be paid on the applicable post-secondary wage grid, which currently ranges from $80.62 through $139.88 per teaching contact hour.
For more information about the different courses available, please look at the link to our Faculty: https://durhamcollege.ca/academic-faculties/faculty-of-social-community-services
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Creating a positive learning environment that accommodates students’ diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, experiences, and individual learning styles;
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Utilizing principles of adult education to actively engage students in the learning process;
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Effectively using educational technologies to support learning, manage and post grades, and deliver hybrid and on-line courses;
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Developing curriculum that uses appropriate strategies and tools to assess student learning;
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Ensuring that course and program curriculum is current and relevant;
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Working independently and demonstrating initiative; and
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Working effectively with students, the program team, and a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications:
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A Master of Laws (LLM) degree required.
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A current licensee with the Law Society of Ontario (LSO).
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A minimum of three years of practice experience in the subject area as LSO licensee.
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A minimum of three years of recent teaching experience at the post-secondary level with a demonstrated understanding and application of Universal Design for Learning and current assessment methodologies.
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Experience participating in industry-led or community-based applied research is an asset.
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Demonstrated commitment to putting the student experience first.
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Demonstrated use of current technologies to support student learning and the management of grades.
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Proven track record of life-long learning.
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Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders including students, faculty, support staff, administrators and community stakeholders.
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Understanding of the Ontario college system.
Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition remains open until filled. Competition number PT-SCS-16.
Preference will be given to candidates with relevant educational credentials and a proven track record of relevant work/teaching experience. Applicants must have the appropriate education, accreditation or trade certification and successful candidates will be asked to provide proof of completion. Acceptable documentation may include copies of diplomas, degrees, or certificates; an official transcript; and, where applicable, an official equivalency evaluation for international credentials.
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We thank you for your interest in employment with Durham College however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and, through the treaty process, share the lands on which we live, learn, teach and prosper today.
