Education Developer – Indigenization

Position Title
Education Developer – Indigenization

Posting Number
F00244P

Job Posting Open Date
07/20/2021

Job Posting Close Date
09/03/2021

Position Start Date
11/01/2021

Position End Date

Location
Lansdowne & 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
1

Workload Percentage [%]
100

Position Type
Continuing Full Time

Posting Type
Employees & General Public

Position Reason
Replacement

Division/School
Learning Services

Department
Ctr Excel Teaching & Learning

Job Description
Camosun College values teaching excellence in its faculty and is committed to successful learning for its students; the Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) exists solely to support this objective. CETL inspires and promotes innovation and excellence in all aspects of teaching and learning. The Centre consists of three units— eLearning, curriculum development and program renewal, and faculty development. Core to the work of CETL is a commitment to Indigenizing the Camosun learning experience and advancing the values of equity and inclusion.

The Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning invites applications for a full-time continuing Educational Developer for Indigenization. Reporting to Director of Learning Services, the Developer will be a part of the CETL faculty development team and will work with faculty across the college.

Duties include:

• Develop and curate accessible, inclusive, current resources (both online and print-based) to support the Indigenization of teaching and learning practices and advance anti-racist approaches to enhance equity and inclusion

• Provide guidance and constructive feedback to instructors seeking to Indigenize their teaching practice

• Actively participate in program reviews and other quality assurance activities to ensure Indigenous perspectives are upheld

• Design and deliver workshops, seminars, and facilitate networking to build awareness, knowledge and skill related to Indigenization and anti-racism, leading to change in educational practices

• Facilitate collaboration between Indigenous and ally instructors; reach out to discern needs and provide appropriate supports, mentorship and guidance

• Participate in research activities related to Indigenization, equity and inclusion.

• Document and curate stories of Camosun’s Indigenization and reconciliation journey

• Participate in relevant college committees and cross-functional working groups as needed

• Maintain relationships with Indigenous communities, and related professional networks

Job Description Additional Information
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
• A willingness to serve on departmental, school committees and related local, national and provincial professional committees.
• Engaged participation in professional development activities that contribute to the goals of the department, school and the College.
• Commitment to current and trending philosophies, practices and advancements in teaching and learning
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion
• 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

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a subject that reflects an Indigenous worldview;
• Three years of post-secondary teaching.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous pedagogy, traditional knowledge and Indigenous ways of knowing and being; strong grasp of critical educational theory
• Solid repertoire of Indigenous teaching and learning skills, knowledge and abilities with a demonstrated knowledge of leading curriculum development practices and an understanding of the role of an education developer within a post-secondary institution
• Lived experience within an Indigenous community
• Demonstrated knowledge of online teaching and learning and the use of educational technology and awareness of barriers some individuals may experience in the use of technology
• Demonstrates creativity, innovative practices, curiosity, and willingness to learn new things
• Service oriented, with a willingness to collaborate and share expertise; embraces lifelong learning and reflective practice

Capabilities
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.

Application Information
This position grants a preference to “Indigenous candidates with experience working with Indigenous peoples knowledge of diverse Indigenous cultures, traditions, histories, and aspirations”.

Job Type: Full-time