PROFESSOR

Professor, Game Programming, Full-Time

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If you are an educational leader looking for an opportunity to be part of a transformative experience and contribute as we shape the future of our students and communities, here is your opportunity to join our team.

Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, one of Canada’s leading postsecondary institutions, offers a combination of theoretical learning and hands-on experience and meets its vision of transforming postsecondary education through global and polytechnic leadership.

Humber’s Centres of Innovation and Entrepreneurship will integrate applied research into program curricula and provide students with access to interdisciplinary and industry projects. We are seeking faculty who will provide students with an exceptional learning experience as we immerse our students in experiential learning and programs that empower them to think critically, make bold choices, and become leaders of change.

Humber offers a variety of credentials and flexible learning options including bachelor’s degree, diplomas, certificates, graduate certificates, and apprentice programs. Faculty and students excel in business, applied technology, media studies, liberal arts and sciences, social community services, health sciences, hospitality, and creative and performing arts. Learn more about Humber College at www.humber.ca.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Faculty of Media and Creative Arts hosts a robust 48 programs in the fields of art, design, and media. Students and faculty in the Game Programming program have the opportunity to engage with counterparts in other programs to create authentic, interdisciplinary learning experiences.
The incumbent will teach both online and in-person, develop curriculum, design/revise specific courses, create an effective and innovative learning environment for our students, assess student progress and achievement; work collaboratively with colleagues, participate in committees and related associations. Teaching will be assigned at both the North and Lakeshore campuses and may include teaching at the International Graduate School (Toronto).

The incumbent will also support student advising, student recruitment, graduate placement, assist with the promotion and marketing of programs and develop and maintain strong industry ties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution and a minimu of 7-years of work experience in a related field. Industry acumen and experience is required, demonstrated ability to teach a number of courses offered by the college, along with specialized skills in the following areas: game development (programming, design, technical art, or production). Deep ties to the game industry community and personal experience leading game development teams would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding teacher with a deep curiosity with the ability to teach online and in-person and a demonstrated drive to innovate the learning experience through methods such as interactive coaching, tailored learning paths, spontaneous group collaborations with industry, and allowing learners to set their own goals based on their strengths and interests.

In addition, the successful candidate will have engaging and effective teaching skills, demonstrated ability to coach and support students, demonstrated experience managing classroom dynamics, strong knowledge and application of current pedagogical principles, a student focused approach and a demonstrated commitment to fostering innovation and positive change. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of principles of equity and inclusion, be a collaborative team player and be committed to a positive team culture. The successful candidate will possess well developed interpersonal communication and problem solving skills and have demonstrated ability to contribute positively to curriculum development and delivery.

• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; internal candidates will be given consideration in accordance with the collective agreement. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Humber College is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment. Humber College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our HR Generalists will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.