Education - Assistant Professor (Upgrading and University Preparation, TASK Program)

Application deadline: February 24, 2025
Job Number: J1124-1030
Status: Permanent
Open Positions: 1
Salary Scale: Faculty Scale
Hours/Week: 35
Salary: $70,437.00 - $112,872.00/Year

Job Summary:

The Upgrading and University Preparation (UUP) department at UFV invites applications from qualified individuals for a Permanent Faculty appointment to teach the six courses of the Workplace Training in Attitudes, Skills, and Knowledge (TASK) program:

• TASK 051 (Personal and Workplace Essentials);
• TASK 052 (Career Exploration);
• TASK 053 (Safety and Industry Certificates);
• TASK 054 (Work Experience I);
• TASK 055 (Work Experience II); and
• TASK 056 (Personal and Career Portfolio).

Teaching will be a learner centered environment with timely constructive feedback with an attempt to incorporate EDID and Indigenization.  It is expected that candidate has a strong knowledge base recognized by both students and peers.

TASK is a cohort-based pre-employment program for adults with disabilities who want to explore employment opportunities and prepare for a job. During the first semester (September to December, students learn about their strengths and weaknesses, effective communication strategies, and self-management in the workplace. Under the supervision of the TASK instructor, students also receive safety and industry training from experts in WHMIS, FoodSafe, SuperHost, and First Aid. In the second semester (January to April), students put their skills to the test in a series of work-experience placements with local businesses, research job openings, prepare resumes, and develop a personal portfolio.

With the help of the UUP department, the successful candidate will interview potential TASK students, as needed, and establish and monitor work experience placements in the community. As part of service activities, the successful candidate will be expected to liaise within the department, faculty, community agencies, and Accessible Education and Training (AET) provincial articulation.

Scholarly activities are also expected which include participation in scholarly networks, conferences, workshops and publications, professional development activities that can incorporate EDID and Indigenization. It is anticipated that the candidate will incorporate their scholarly work into teaching. 

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in education or related field from a recognized/accredited university
• Recognized teaching credential
• Minimum three years’ teaching experience
• Minimum two years’ experience working with adults with disabilities
• Experience working in a post-secondary environment preferred

Applicants should submit the below requested documents through the online portal:

• A current cv
• Copies of credentials
• List of references
• A cover letter

About UFV:
The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has four campus locations within the beautiful Fraser Valley in British Columbia. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community, and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer.  Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee.  Inquiries about the survey may be directed to [email protected].  Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials. 

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

Application Link: https://tinyurl.com/4tnwy2wt