School of Sport and Recreation - Professor (Sessional) Recreation and Leisure Services

Job Title: Professor (Sessional) -  Recreation and Leisure Services

Department: School of Sport and Recreation

Location: College Drive and Commerce Court Campus – North Bay, ON

Contract Duration: December 2026 – June  2027 (18 hours/week)

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

We are seeking a qualified and passionate Faculty to teach Recreation and Leisure Services.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a related field to Recreation, Master’s Degree in a Recreation or related discipline; PhD preferred
• Minimum 5 years of practical experience in the field of Recreation and Leisure Services
• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience or equivalent preferably in the college setting
• Excellent record of teaching experience along with relevant work/community experience in the professional field or discipline appropriate to the area of instruction.  Experience working with international students in a post-secondary setting is an asset.
• Experience with a Learning Management System (e.g., Desire2Learn, Blackboard, etc.), including the creation of discussion forums, tests, assignments, chat rooms, to edit and modify course content when required.
• Evidence of having maintained up-to-date knowledge and achievements in the field appropriate to the area of instruction.
• Experience in developing course content, curriculum, and learning materials is an asset.
• Knowledge of best practices for the delivery and management of in-class and online courses as adopted by the Program, including, but not limited to:
  • Using course management system tools to communicate with students and to foster and support a collaborative online learning community with and between students in the course;
  • Providing timely and constructive feedback on student work;
  • Responding to student academic and course administration inquiries promptly and referring students to technical support or student support when appropriate; and,
  • Ensuring academic integrity in the creation and administration of assignments, tests, and exams in class and online environments.
• Commitment to practical teaching skills for adult learners, including:
  • a commitment to deliver the prescribed curriculum;
  • a demonstrated ability to apply required instructional techniques, and the ability to create a positive learning environment for adults;
  • pedagogy for diverse populations; and,
  • course management.
• Ability to interact effectively with adult students, particularly in the areas of:
  • academic advising;
  • understanding and respect for human rights and diversity; and,
  • commitment to positive interpersonal skills.
• Superior organizational skills and ability to work in a high-pressure, multitask, high volume team-oriented environment with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to professional, collegial life, and awareness of work-integrated learning practices.
• Demonstrated entry-level skills in Canadore College’s teaching competencies as set out in the Professor Competency Profile at: https://az184419.vo.msecnd.net/canadore-college/Attachments/about-us/policies/PA-12%20Faculty%20Performance%20Review%20ProceduresApps-16.pdf
• Must be able to reliably commute to college campuses in North Bay, ON required

Responsibilities:

• Teach regularly scheduled classes in the Winter and Spring semesters through a combination of classroom delivery on location, online, and/or through a virtual classroom
• Work closely with students and colleagues to provide an optimal learning environment
• Perform all responsibilities associated with the learning environment including preparation, delivery, and evaluation of theory, and practical learning activities