Professor Office Administration

Job Responsibility:

Join the Renewed Seneca, The Next Seneca.

Guided by The Next - A Strategic Plan for Seneca Polytechnic , we offer a working environment that is innovative, flexible and encourages risk-taking. Joining Seneca Polytechnic brings opportunities for professional development and career growth. We focus on health and wellbeing in all its forms to provide a great employee experience.

Do you believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities?

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of career-ready and world-ready individuals? If so, Seneca invites you to join our dynamic faculty in redefining the boundaries of teaching and learning. Joining Seneca you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing an education experience that goes beyond textbooks and classrooms ensuring that our students are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today's dynamic labour markets. As a professor at Seneca, you'll have the opportunity to be at the forefront of experiential learning, working closely with industry partners to provide students with real-world insights and opportunities, while also demonstrating teaching excellence, academic leadership, and expertise in curriculum development. Whether it's through entrepreneurship initiatives, applied research projects, or co-op placements, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our students. So, if you're ready to embrace flexibility, innovation, and the limitless potential of education, we invite you to join us on this journey. Together, let's redefine the future of education and empower the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and change makers.

Here is What's on Your Horizon

Program: Office Administration Executive, Legal and Health Services programs . Diploma level

Campus: View email address on ca.edajobs.com

Responsible for providing academic leadership in the classroom and ensuring an effective and compelling learning environment for students. You will… Teaching Excellence:

• Engage students with course objectives, approach, and evaluation techniques, fostering their active involvement in the learning process.
• Utilize active learning strategies across various class formats, including online, hybrid, flexible, and in-person, to enhance student engagement and understanding.
• Harness educational technology to create dynamic and interactive learning experiences that enrich student learning and retention.
• Provide academic counseling and tutoring support as needed, offering personalized assistance to help students overcome challenges and achieve their academic goals.
• Create vibrant learning environments by utilizing available resources, integrating real-world experiences, and organizing enriching field trips.

Course and Curriculum Development:

• Foster an equitable and accessible learning community in all class formats, ensuring that every student has equal opportunities for success.
• Design diverse formative and summative assessments that cater to different learning styles and promote student growth.
• Collaborate with program directors, advisory committees, and stakeholders to refine course objectives and develop effective learning approaches that meet the needs of students and industry demands.
• Drive curriculum development by implementing innovative instructional methods and utilizing multimedia resources to enhance student engagement and understanding.
• Champion the selection of textbooks and learning materials that align with course objectives and enrich students' learning journeys with relevant and up-to-date content.

Academic Leadership:

• Offer mentorship and guidance to fellow instructors to elevate teaching standards.
• Contribute to curriculum development through active participation in consultative committees.
• Engage in industry and community-linked applied research initiatives to enrich student learning with interdisciplinary experiences.

What you bring to Seneca

• Minimum of three (3) years of industry experience in an administrative role. Work experience must be current and obtained within the last 5 years. If experience is in a related field, please state how it is relevant.
• Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience at the post-secondary level is required.
• Minimum completed bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Health Sciences, Human Resources, Accounting, or a related field is required. A Master's degree is an asset. If education is in a related field, please state how it is relevant.
• Demonstrate leadership and teamwork abilities, coupled with a dedication to fostering diversity, inclusion, integrity, and excellence.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are needed to engage with Seneca's diverse community, prioritizing equity in education.

Job Details

External Posting Date: July 11, 2024 External Closing Date: July 16, 2024 Pay Range: $73,079 to $126,689 - Upon hire pay calculation to determine pay step Hours: 44 hours per week Work Type: Flex Delivery: in-person, online, hybrid and flexible Shift: TBC Ideal Start Date: 8/22/24 End Date: Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Note: As part of our pre-employment process, we validate employment and education credentials at the time of an offer. For professor positions, we require copies of official transcripts directly from the issuing institution or credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS). However, we recommend that candidates gather any supporting documentation (e.g., unofficial transcripts, scan of credentials) in advance to support their applications in the event that they are successful in the hiring process.

Seneca Polytechnic at a Glance

Seneca Polytechnic is Canada's leading polytechnic with over 4300+ employees, 40,000 full-time students and 23, 400 part-time and continuing education students. With over 55 years since opening its doors for the first time, Seneca Polytechnic is dedicated to getting our students career- and world-ready. We offer an education that has no boundaries. And we create great flexible experiences for those who study and work here. The student experience. The employee experience. The community experience. The Seneca experience is a differentiator. As Canada's leading polytechnic, our core mission is our North Star: we provide a great education that builds great careers for our graduates. We make a difference so they can make a difference.

None of this happens without the exceptional employees of Seneca - the faculty, support staff and administrators - who show their commitment to our students and their success every day. We are excited about what the future holds. Come help us build The Next for Seneca Polytechnic. Embrace innovation. Challenge the status quo. Lead. That's Seneca Polytechnic.

Our Commitment

We are proud to be building the equitable Seneca, and welcome applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of lived experiences, perspectives, and approaches. Joining Seneca means being part of an inclusive community working hard to dismantle barriers to access, student success, and employee potential. Learn more about how we are building an equitable Seneca

Accessibility

Seneca is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Upon request, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact View email address on ca.edajobs.com.