FULL-TIME FACULTY: SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

• Demonstrates a sensitivity and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, cultural, and religious background of students.
• Enhance the student learning experience and provides students with mentorship
• Advise and support students to achieve their educational goals
• Efficiently completing college administrative tasks (e.g. Attendance, submitting grades and administrative forms: Academic integrity, Grade change, Field trip forms etc.)
• Facilitate approved academic accommodations by working with Academic Advisors in Student Services to accommodate students with special needs. (e.g. alternative assessment options, increased assignment timelines, accessible course content, or level and nature of classroom participation)

• Display collegiality and engage with the greater community.
• Serve on various committees (e.g. 1-2 standing, ad hoc committees & hiring committee), advisory boards, working groups, Educational Council as assigned by the program director and/or required
• Engage in classroom-observation activities (as part of the LCV Faculty Development Review) and implement feedback received.
• Display a commitment to participate in faculty meetings, forums and program level reviews
• Display a commitment to engaging with the college, faculty and students.

• Adhere to the scheduled class times for teaching classes, maintain office hours and attend meetings at the designated times. Promptly informing the Program Director of any necessary changes and obtaining approval for any alterations in class times or locations
• Establish a student-centred classroom environment and engaging students in the learning process
• Manage the learning environment through administering the college’s academic and attendance policies. (e.g. Take and submit attendance for every class, assign grades and maintain course/student records by established deadlines)
• Communicate effectively with students and respond to students in a timely manner. (e.g. via LCV internal communication system, email, or online conferencing and messaging tools)
• Schedule, supervise, debrief, and evaluate students in clinical, internship, observation, field experience, and similar work integrated learning settings as appropriate for the course or program. (As applicable to Internship coordinator)
• Display a commit to pursuing teaching excellence.

• Design, develop and deliver curriculum at a program-level, including degree proposals.
• Facilitate student learning, provide effective instruction, and feedback, and perform evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes, using each course's standard course outline as a guide and adhering to a student-centered approach
• Work with other faculty and administrators in developing program curriculum, standards and policies, including reviewing and participating in textbook selection process where appropriate
• Support the compliance requirements for regulatory bodies, e.g. DQAB, PTIB
• Display a commit to adhere to curriculum and quality assurance best practices

• Remain current in academic or program discipline, through any number of activities: professional membership in associations, conference attendance, industry practices, maintaining licensure or certification
• Engage in continuing education through course work, workshops, MOOCs, etc. as per individual development plan
• Participate in LCV sponsored professional development activities and events.
• Display a commitment to continuous learning and a growth mindset

• Relate and apply professional experience to enhance learning though incorporating industry perspectives and relevant industry trends into courses
• Contribute to a respectful and supportive workplace environment based on the principles of inclusion, equity and diversity

• Chief Academic Officer
• Academic Director
• Program Director / Program Lead / Program Coordinator
• Key Managers
• Academic Advisors
• Faculty
• Students

• The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree from a reputable post-secondary institution in Sustainable Design or another related discipline (i.e. Architecture, Environmental Design, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Visual communication, etc.).
• Minimum of 5 years related and increasingly responsible experience in Academics or industry.
• Extensive knowledge in sustainable design principles, such as, but not limited to: green building practices, renewable energy systems, sustainable materials, and environmental impact assessment.
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability in both professional practice and personal ethos. Active involvement in sustainability initiatives and organizations is beneficial.
• Educational /teacher training or advanced certification preferred
• Excellent computer literacy skills and proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud especially Adobe Photoshop, illustrator & InDesign, Microsoft Office 365, etc.

• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills, including the ability to build successful relationships with faculty team, students, staff and other stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, combined with critical thinking
• Demonstrated time management, project management and detail-orientated organizational skills
• Action and results oriented with the ability to work effectively under pressure to meet frequently occurring deadlines
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate others to meet/exceed deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to act effectively as a member of a team.
• Active listening skills, appropriate response abilities and displays diplomacy, tact and respects confidentiality
• Outstanding conflict resolution and de-escalation skills

• Model the core LCV values: Collaboration, Entrepreneurship, Quality, Respect and Accountability
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, entrepreneurial mindset and a positive attitude
• Plan, coordinate, and motivate activities while demonstrating leadership and influence
• Develop a professional rapport with various departments and diverse stakeholders to build relationships and collaborate effectively
• Contribute to strategic planning and analyze data & trends for informed decision making
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all tasks and interactions
• Adapt to changing assignments, work independently under pressure with minimal supervision, and meet deadlines efficiently

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