Academic Access(max 546 hrs)

Application Restrictions
Open to both Internal and external
Job Type
Faculty (Sessional)
Posting In effect from
7/3/2024
Closing Application Date
21/3/2024
Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.
Instructional Type
Academic Access(max 546 hrs)
Anticipated Start Date
6/5/2024
Position End Date (If Applicable)
9/8/2024
DUTIES

The University and Employment Preparation Department (Faculty of Education and Social Work) at Thompson Rivers University invites applications for a sessional faculty member or members to teach the following Adult Basic Education courses in Summer 2024. This workload may be divided between two candidates depending on their availability.

MATH 0510, Advance Algebra

Course description: Students study concepts that include basic algebra, systems of linear equations and inequalities, polynomials, relations and functions, rational expressions and equations, radical expressions and equations, quadratic equations and functions, and trigonometry. 

MATH 0650, Provincial Foundations of Mathematics

Course description: Students study a variety of math concepts including logical reasoning and set theory, permutations and combinations, probability, exponential and logarithmic functions, polynomial and sinusoidal functions, and financial mathematics. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in a relevant field required.
• At least one degree in mathematics required.
• Teaching Certificate, or Instructor’s Diploma, or 5 years teaching experience plus evidence of engagement in the scholarship of teaching and learning.
• Experience teaching students whose educational, social, and economic backgrounds are diverse, and for whom previous school experience may have been challenging required.
• Demonstrated evidence of scholarly teaching required.
• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience in ABE math courses preferred.
• Skills in building intercultural understanding, empathy and mutual respect (TRC CA 63) preferred.
• Experience integrating Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods (TRC CA 62) preferred.
• Teaching excellence including developing culturally appropriate curricula (TRC CA 10) preferred.

Pay Band
$109.91 – $109.91 ( Sessional Faculty – Academic Access Programs (per hour) )
Location
Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)
# of Hires Needed
1
Organizational Unit
Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Education and Social Work -> University and Employment Preparation
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:
Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.