Assistant Professor, Respiratory Therapy

• Providing academic leadership, fostering an effective learning environment and upholding all professional, provincial and national standards
• Must be willing to teach in all subject areas within the program
• Must be committed to continuous quality improvement and professional development
• Demonstrates flexibility in improving methods to engage and support students
• Challenges thought processes, fosters collaboration, and develops the ability of students to engage in critical and rational thinking
• Plays a role in all aspects of course/program assessment, evaluation and improvement
• Fosters knowledge building and transfer including practical skills, methods and techniques
• Supervises, provides guidance and advisement, where required, for student projects
• Sets, marks, and assesses work and examinations and provides timely and constructive feedback to students
• Team player who works with colleagues, the the Academic Chair and other support departments to ensure delivery of the best educational experience

• Baccalaureate degree in Science, Health Science or relevant discipline; Master’s degree preferred
• 3 – 5 years of demonstrated broad clinical experience and currency in Respiratory Therapy practice
• Capable of teaching introductory and advanced classes and labs as required based upon departmental need.
• Current registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO)
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Openness and willingness to consider and implement new modes of pedagogy and innovative methods of teaching and learning.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to enhancing the quality of the post-secondary experience for students and faculty and staff.
• Understanding and promotion of the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion. The ideal candidate must be able to foster an open, sensitive and supportive environment where students feel valued and can voice their concerns.
• Experience in the delivery of online learning is an asset
• Proficiency with computer applications including word, excel, power point and online learning platforms
• Satisfactory Canadian Police Clearance documents required upon hire

• Extended Health Care (including paramedical) coverage
• Dental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Maternity and Parental Leave Top-Up
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP

• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gym, etc.)

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