Located on the beautiful homeland that is the traditional territory of the Ojibwe, Potawatomi and Odawa Nations, for over 50 years, Lambton College has been a ground-breaking institution. Lambton College is a national leader in applied research, teaching methodologies, experiential learning opportunities and future-facing educational innovations. With 13,000+ students from 20 countries around the world, two main campuses in Sarnia, Ontario, and a growing roster of more than 90 diploma, certificate and degree programs, Lambton College offers students flexible learning options with a broad range of programs and courses that incorporate elements of classroom, mobile, hybrid and accelerated educational alternatives.
Lambton College currently ranks third overall in Canada, and second overall in Ontario for Research in addition to maintaining a ranking within the top 4 Colleges for Research in Canada for seven straight years.
At Lambton College, we're proud of where we have been, but more importantly, where we are going, together. With Caring and Vitality as two of our core values at Lambton College, you know you'll be joining a team of passionate and fun colleagues.
About The Position
This is a temporary part-time support staff Bargaining Unit position, reporting to the Associate Dean, School of Business & Sustainability Leadership at an hourly rate of $34.77
Lambton College of Applied Arts & Technology invites applications from qualified and passionate subject matter experts to design, with an option to later teach part-time, a Sustainability and UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) course.
This project would require work to be done over the course of several months and usually can be done in the evenings or on weekends while continuing with your current full-time job. All meetings and training can be conducted virtually.
Training will be provided, and standard templates will be used.
Interested Candidates Should Submit The Following
- A cover letter outlining your expertise in sustainability, experience with the UN SDGs, curriculum development and teaching experience
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
- Contact information for three professional references
Applications will be collected until January 31, 2025.
Specific Accountabilities
Course Development:
- Design and develop a comprehensive foundational course on Sustainable Business Leadership tailored for business students.
- Integrate the UN SDGs and their implications for business, leadership, and global development into the curriculum.
- Create detailed course materials, including lectures, readings, case studies, multimedia resources, and assignments.
- Develop experiential learning activities to provide students with real-world applications of sustainability concepts.
- Design assessments, rubrics, and evaluation criteria to measure student progress and learning outcomes.
- Prepare a detailed course outline and set clear course learning objectives and outcomes.
Leadership And Collaboration
- Develop and present a workshop and training materials to help the faculty team enhance their ability to incorporate SDGs into their curricula
Continuous Improvement
- Collaborate with academic staff to ensure the course aligns with the broader business curriculum and institutional goals.
Qualifications
Education:
- Master’s degree or PhD in Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Environmental Science, International Development, or a related field
Experience
- Proven experience in course development, instructional design, and teaching at the post-secondary level
- Expertise in the UN SDGs and their implications in the business context
- Experience creating experiential learning activities and assessments
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams
Skills
- Strong knowledge of sustainability principles, UN PRME, Global Compact and the UN SDGs, especially their relevance to business
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear, engaging course materials
- Leadership and collaboration skills
- Ability to inspire and engage students with diverse learning styles
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
Lambton College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Lambton College is an equal opportunity employer seeking to live its values in all we do. We are committed to taking proactive steps to provide and create opportunities for historically marginalized groups. We seek applicants who will strengthen our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strongly encourage the following qualified candidates: women, Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ to consider working with and for Lambton College.
We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications, and therefore we seek to use employment equity to differentiate between candidates who meet the required qualifications; and encourage people to apply even if they feel that the position would be a stretch.
Employee Perks
Lambton College provides a wide range of exciting opportunities for both unionized and non-unionized positions with competitive total compensation packages, wages and benefits.
Investing In Our People
Lambton College is committed to the personal and professional growth of all our employees. Employees of Lambton College are incredibly valued and part of a transformative adventure. They enjoy an engaging and vibrant culture where they are encouraged to realize their full potential via development opportunities and accessible, supportive employee wellness initiatives.
Investing in our People
Lifetime Retirement Pension - Defined Benefit Pension Plan
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