Sessional Lecturer - EDST 4700U Assistive Technologies - Winter 2025
Tracking Code: req1383
Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education
Number of Sections: 2
Appointment Type: Limited Term
Salary Grade: Administered in accordance with the Collective Agreement
Posting Date: November 4, 2024
Closing Date: December 6, 2024
Course Name and Number: EDST 4700U - Assistive Technologies

Location of classes: Downtown Campus and/or Synchronous and Asynchronous Online
Course Start Date: January 6, 2025

Course End Date: April 25, 2025

Reporting to the Dean and working in close collaboration with the BA EDST Program Director, the Sessional Lecturer provides instruction to undergraduate students in BA EDST Program within the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education.
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Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
The primary responsibility of the applicant is to (develop and) teach a theoretically, methodologically sophisticated and relevant course at the university level within the parameters of the course description listed above. In keeping with a technology-enhanced learning environment utilizing laptop computers and wireless connectivity, the Sessional Lecturer will deliver the course using a technology-enhanced learning approach that includes a variety of inclusive teaching and learning strategies and assessments. The Sessional Lecturer will prepare, deliver and grade all course material and assignments and be available for consultation with students during and following completion of the course session.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the University and PSAC. The collective agreement may be found on the Human Resources section of our website. Candidates will be required to certify that they are currently legally eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the contract.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellent teaching contributions with a proven aptitude for teaching at the undergraduate level.
Required Skills:

• A strong theoretical and practical background in using technology to support learning in K-12 and post-secondary environments
  
• Proven experience incorporating assistive technology to support learner needs, user experience, diversity and accessibility
  
• A high level of skill in designing and leading interactive, inclusive learning experiences in asynchronous and synchronous online environments, based on the social construction of knowledge
  
• Evidence of successful integration of theories of learning and assessment into course and project design
  
• Evidence of a well-grounded understanding of curricular and pedagogical design; educational research, and authentic assessment that integrates a variety of digital technologies
  Evidence of flexible support for adult students in online learning, support that maintains academic standards
  
• Ability to support student learning with authentic assessment strategies in online learning environments
  
• Instructional practice that fosters reflection, critical thinking, creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and independence
  
• A proven commitment to providing innovative and inclusive teaching strategies
  
• Evidence of an ability to work in a collaborative environment
  
• Excellent communication skills with an ability to maintain effective relationships with a range of faculty, staff and students
  
• Candidates will have demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate/graduate students in an Education program
  
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the Learning Management System, Canvas
  
• Demonstrated ability to deliver classes remotely, using online modalities such as Zoom and Google Meets
  
• Proven experience managing large classes and diverse populations
• Experience coordinating and supervising Teaching Assistants as applicable
  
• Excellent organizational skills are needed to effectively manage course delivery, the marking of assignments and exams and the ability respond to student enquiries in a timely manner

Education:

• A Master’s degree in Education ora related field

Experience:

• Preference will be given to those candidates with demonstrated teaching excellence experiences with assistive technology for inclusive education
  
• Experience in proactively advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching and learning
  
• Demonstrated experience in meaningfully and effectively integrating technology in an online learning environment, including synchronous, asynchronous, and blended modes

Priority will be given to an Internal Applicant who has taught any course for the University in three (3) different sessions in the past thirty-six (36) months, provided they meet the requirements for the position as outlined in the job posting.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until December 6, 2024 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.
Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.
If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’s Accessibility Policy.
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Job Location: Oshawa, ON, Canada