Part-time Faculty, Aircraft Aerodynamics

Academic Part-time Position

As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves around the world and in our local community, Conestoga College continues to adjust plans based on the guidance provided by our local Public Health authority. Considering these unprecedented circumstances, all final hiring decisions remain contingent upon confirmed enrolment numbers and the evolving work environment. Conestoga College will take appropriate measures to protect the safety and well-being of our College community and prospective candidates throughout the recruitment and selection process, including the scheduling of remote interviews

We require a qualified individual to teach in Introduction to Aircraft Aerodynamics and Performance this Fall semester (September to December). The course content introduces a broad range of aerodynamic concepts including estimating the performance of a variety of aircraft, characteristics of the atmosphere, and basic aspects of applied mechanics to determine forces acting on the aircraft (both in the air and on the ground), the effect of propulsion method, wing loading, and centre of gravity on aircraft performance.

Candidates must be able to teach three hours weekly during the day, or early evening. We anticipate that this course will be taught through remote delivery. While teaching assignments may include online delivery, this position is governed by the applicable legislation of the Province of Ontario and successful candidates will be required to conduct work within Ontario and will be available to work on campus as required on a temporary or ongoing basis.

Responsibilities:
Ensure student awareness of course objectives, instructional approach, and evaluation systems

Carry out regularly scheduled instruction according to the format prescribed for the course, including as appropriate, online, classroom, computer-assisted lab lessons, teacher-led, and other instructional techniques

Evaluate student progress/achievement, assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the students’ work within the assigned course, and maintain records as required

Create and maintain a positive learning environment which supports the diversity of students’ cultures, educational backgrounds, and learning styles

Support students in the use of the Learning Management System (D2L), as well as maintaining course materials within this system

Collaborate and build relations with other program faculty

Qualifications:
Subject matter expertise is required

An aviation background is considered an asset

Experience teaching or mentoring adult learners either in a formal educational setting or in the workplace; post-secondary teaching experience would be considered an asset

Possess the ability to relate effectively to a wide variety of learners

Ability to work independently and in groups

Experience, or willingness to teach, especially theoretical concepts through an online learning management platform (D2L / eConestoga)

Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

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