You must have a relevant degree, teaching experience, and strong communication skills to effectively engage students in psychology concepts.

You will teach Introduction to Psychology, prepare course materials, assess student performance, engage in classroom discussions, and provide academic support to enhance student learning.

Canada

Oshawa

With campuses in Oshawa and Whitby, Durham College (DC) offers more than 12,000 full-time post-secondary and apprenticeship students access to more than 140 full-time and part-time programs in a number of different disciplines, enabling them to develop the skills required to meet the demands of today’s job market. The college is also set to launch its first four-year degree program, the Honours Bachelor of Health Care Technology Management, in September 2018.

The Oshawa campus features the state-of-the art Student Services building and will soon feature the Centre for Collaborative Education, a legacy project tied to DC’s 50th anniversary in 2017. The new facility will bring together local, Indigenous and global communities, providing a new home for several of the college’s most innovative and ground-breaking programs.

The Whitby campus features the award-winning W. Galen Weston Centre for Food, which includes Bistro ’67, a full-service, teaching-inspired restaurant, and Pantry, a retail store featuring food prepared by students in the college’s culinary programs.


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Durham College

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 <h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Durham College:</b></h4> 
 <p> 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.</p> 
 <p> 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.</p> 
 <p> Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six honours bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 13,700 full-time post-secondary and 2,300 apprenticeship students. In addition, more than 14,600 students participate in professional and part-time learning. More than 110,500 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.</p>
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 <p> A forward-looking organization committed to collaboration, innovation and sustainability, Durham College is ranked annually as one of the GTA’s Top 100 employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and has been recognized as a Top 50 Research College in Canada, 10 times.</p> 
 <p> 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.</p>
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 <p> Durham College is seeking experienced and motivated professionals who share our commitment to quality and student success. The Faculty of Liberal Studies requires a part-time professor to teach an Introduction to Psychology course.</p> 
 <p> Psychology is the study of human behaviour. This course is designed to increase student understanding of the basic principles that underlie behaviour. Through practical examples, students will be introduced to important psychological concepts and key research findings. The course examines such processes as: biology and behaviour, sensation and perception, learning, memory, emotion, motivation, and social psychology.</p> 
 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b> I</b><b>MPORTANT NOTE FOR PART-TIME FACULTY APPLICANTS:</b></h3> 
 <p> Part-time recruitment is ongoing and is dependent on when courses are being taught and the need for faculty to teach. 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. For more information about the courses available, please look at the link to our School: https://durhamcollege.ca/academic-faculties/faculty-of-liberal-studies</p> 
 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b> The responsibilities of Durham College Part-time Professors include, but are not limited to:</b></h3> 
 <ul>
  <li>Creating a positive learning environment that accommodates students’ diverse cultural and educational backgrounds and experiences;</li> 
  <li>Utilizing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to actively engage students in the learning process;</li> 
  <li>Effectively embedding educational technologies to support learning, manage and post grades;</li> 
  <li>Developing curriculum that uses appropriate strategies and tools to assess student learning;</li> 
  <li>Ensuring that course and program curriculum is current and relevant;</li> 
  <li>Working independently and demonstrating initiative; and</li> 
  <li>Working effectively with students, the program team, and a variety of internal and external stakeholders.</li> 
 </ul>
 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The ideal candidate will meet or exceed the following qualifications:</b></h3> 
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   <li>A Master’s or PhD in Psychology or a related field of study is required.</li>
  </ul> 
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   <li>A minimum of three years of recent (within the past three years) and relevant work experience. Experience with online teaching and course development are considered assets.</li>
  </ul> 
  <ul>
   <li>Teaching experience at the post-secondary level with a demonstrated understanding and application of UDL and current assessment methodologies.</li>
  </ul> 
  <ul>
   <li>Experience participating in industry-led or community-based applied research is an asset.</li>
  </ul> 
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   <li>Demonstrated commitment to putting the student experience first.</li>
  </ul> 
  <ul>
   <li>Demonstrated use of current technologies to support student learning and the management of grades.</li>
  </ul> 
  <ul>
   <li>Proven track record of life-long learning.</li>
  </ul> 
  <ul>
   <li>Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders including students, faculty, support staff, administrators and community stakeholders.</li>
  </ul> 
  <ul>
   <li>Understanding of the Ontario college system.</li>
  </ul> 
 </div> 
 <p>To apply, please submit your resume through the online portal below. </p>
 <p>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 accreditation or trade certification.</p>
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 <br> Required Experience
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 <p><b>Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job competition closes on August 1, 2024. The competition number is PT-LS-23.</b></p>
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 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 honours bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 13,700 full-time post-secondary and 2,300 apprenticeship students. In addition, more than 14,600 students participate in professional and part-time learning. More than 110,500 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.
  
  A forward-looking organization committed to collaboration, innovation and sustainability, Durham College is ranked annually as one of the GTA’s Top 100 employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and has been recognized as a Top 50 Research College in Canada, 10 times. 
  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.
  
  
  Durham College is seeking experienced and motivated professionals who share our commitment to quality and student success. The Faculty of Liberal Studies requires a part-time professor to teach an Introduction to Psychology course. 
  Psychology is the study of human behaviour. This course is designed to increase student understanding of the basic principles that underlie behaviour. Through practical examples, students will be introduced to important psychological concepts and key research findings. The course examines such processes as: biology and behaviour, sensation and perception, learning, memory, emotion, motivation, and social psychology. 
  IMPORTANT NOTE FOR PART-TIME FACULTY APPLICANTS: 
  Part-time recruitment is ongoing and is dependent on when courses are being taught and the need for faculty to teach. 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. For more information about the courses available, please look at the link to our School: https://durhamcollege.ca/academic-faculties/faculty-of-liberal-studies 
  The responsibilities of Durham College Part-time Professors include, but are not limited to: 
 
  Creating a positive learning environment that accommodates students’ diverse cultural and educational backgrounds and experiences; 
  Utilizing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to actively engage students in the learning process; 
  Effectively embedding educational technologies to support learning, manage and post grades; 
  Developing curriculum that uses appropriate strategies and tools to assess student learning; 
  Ensuring that course and program curriculum is current and relevant; 
  Working independently and demonstrating initiative; and 
  Working effectively with students, the program team, and a variety of internal and external stakeholders. 
 
 The ideal candidate will meet or exceed the following qualifications: 
 
  
   A Master’s or PhD in Psychology or a related field of study is required.
   
  
   A minimum of three years of recent (within the past three years) and relevant work experience. Experience with online teaching and course development are considered assets.
   
  
   Teaching experience at the post-secondary level with a demonstrated understanding and application of UDL and current assessment methodologies.
   
  
   Experience participating in industry-led or community-based applied research is an asset.
   
  
   Demonstrated commitment to putting the student experience first.
   
  
   Demonstrated use of current technologies to support student learning and the management of grades.
   
  
   Proven track record of life-long learning.
   
  
   Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders including students, faculty, support staff, administrators and community stakeholders.
   
  
   Understanding of the Ontario college system.
   
  
 To apply, please submit your resume through the online portal below. 
 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 accreditation or trade certification.
  
  
  Required Experience
  
 Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job competition closes on August 1, 2024. The competition number is PT-LS-23.


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