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Part-Time Professor, Mechanical Technician

  • Job ID: ACAD-INV-PT-25/26-025
  • Location: Cornwall
  • Deadline: July 21, 2025
  • Job Type: Faculty
  • Start Date: September 2, 2025
  • Department: School of Skilled Trades
  • Number of Positions: 2
  • Duration: Part-Time

POSITION SUMMARY

    St. Lawrence College is seeking experienced and motivated professionals who share St. Lawrence College’s vision to be a globally recognized college, delivering innovative learning opportunities and preparing career-ready graduates to be leaders in their field.

    St. Lawrence College is currently seeking qualified Professors on a part-time basis with experience and expertise in the Mechanical Technician program.

    We are seeking individuals experienced to teach in the following topic area:

    MECT 102 Welding and Fabrication 1

    This course develops the basic welding skills required by the Mechanical Technician to enable them to join metals. Students develop the knowledge and ability to safely set-up and operate oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment to weld, braze, and cut to specifications. Students learn about flat and horizontal welding positions using plate steel.

    MECT 202 Welding and Fabrication 2

    To develop in the student, knowledge, and additional skills in welding practice and techniques. This course emphasizes a hands on practical approach.

    These positions will be primarily located at the Cornwall Campus; however, occasional travel to support programs in Kingston may be requested. Candidates may be required to teach from an online/alternate delivery format on occasion. Candidates must be available to teach Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

    The responsibilities of St. Lawrence College Professors include, but are not limited to:

    • Creating a positive learning environment that accommodate students’ diverse culture and educational backgrounds, experience and individual learning preferences;
    • Effectively use educational and advanced technologies, and digital learning methodologies to enhance the student learning experience;
    • Developing curriculum that is appropriately designed and uses evidence-based tools and strategies to support and assess student learning;
    • Utilize principles of adult education to actively engage students in the learning process;
    • Ensuring that course and program curriculum is current and relevant with a lens on the future;
    • Working effectively with learners, colleagues, program and interdisciplinary teams as well as internal and external partners;
    • Effectively use the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning to build a contemporary and evidenced based practice.

    The ideal candidate will meet or exceed the following qualifications:

    Qualifications

    EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION / DESIGNATION:

    1. Education Specific to the position: A minimum of a current Red Seal Certificate of Qualification in the Trade of Machinist or Welder.
    2. Experience specific to the position: A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Mechanical Technician post completion of the Qualification in the Trade Certificate.
    3. Teaching experience using a Learning Management System and virtual meeting technology system.
    4. Teaching experience at the post-secondary level or experience in adult instructions techniques and practice using principles of andragogy and curriculum design experience will be required.  
    5. A demonstrated practice supporting a diversity of learners.
    6. Experience participating in industry-led or community-based applied research will be an asset.
    7. A proven track record of life-long learning.
    8. A demonstrated commitment to putting “students first”.
    9. Candidates are requested to list all St. Lawrence College teacher training or equivalent they possess on their resume.
    10. A global mindset and intercultural knowledge and competence to teach in a global environment including international students is required.
    11. An understanding of the Ontario college system.
    12. Successful candidates are expected to model and promote our College values of: Students First, Teamwork, Innovation, Integrity, and Belonging.

    Candidates who do not meet the specified education but who possess a relevant and acceptable combination of education, training, and a depth of industry experience may be considered.

    Candidates seeking faculty positions with the College will be required to demonstrate the ability to design, facilitate and assess learning in accordance with adult learning principles and universal design in learning (UDL). An ongoing commitment to professional learning will be expected.

    Successful candidates are expected to have their own computer, reliable internet connection, and the ability to teach remotely or on Campus, as may be required. The use of virtual meetings through video conferencing software will be required in this role. Professors are also expected to possess or develop proficiency in the use of a Learning Management Software (LMS) to a degree that meets academic standards. 

    All Professors will be provided with support by the School of Contemporary Teaching and Learning in their onboarding and orientation to teach at St. Lawrence College. Support and coaching is provided to new faculty to provide a strong theoretical foundation of teaching and learning, and to orient them to the teaching tools and strategies required for teaching in a contemporary and modern learning institution. St. Lawrence College promotes a culture of community in innovative teaching and learning and SLC’s vision of “students first” which provides experiential learning opportunities.

    Candidates selected for an interview will be required to provide a teaching demonstration. Information and details will be provided when interviews are scheduled.

    Salary & Terms

    Salary and Terms: $80.62 – $139.88 hourly base rate. Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

    • Start Date: September 2, 2025
    • Posted Date: July 9, 2025
    • Closing Date: July 21, 2025 (4:00 p.m.)

    How to Prepare your Application for Submission: You will be able to attach only one document to your application. To prepare your application: Combine your cover letter and resume as one document. Save your document in .PDF, .doc, or .docx format using Last Name, First Name as your naming convention. Click on the Apply Here link and complete the application form. Attach your cover letter/resume document to the application form.

    St. Lawrence College is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from members of the designated groups, including women, racialized minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation and identity.  St. Lawrence College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. SLC provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Belonging, People, and Culture at employ@sl.on.ca. To obtain a copy of this position vacancy or any of the position related documents in an alternate format please contact employ@sl.on.ca and our Talent Management Consultants will address your requests for accommodation confidentially.

    This job opportunity is open to both internal and external applicants. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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