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Education Instructor – Practicum Advisor Title of Course: Practicum: Professional Collaborative Communities II (Tech Ed) Department of Educational Studies, Teacher Education, Consecutive & Concurrent Program Online or Physical Location (If Known): Field Placement The above rates do not include vacation pay. Vacation pay shall be in accordance with Article 16.02.

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University has identified fostering a culture of inclusivity, accessibility, reconciliation, and decolonization as a strategic priority. The Department of Educational Studies is deeply committed to both the process and goal of social justice, including critical inquiry, inclusive practices, and equitable participation. We prioritize approaches, leadership and curricula that make central issues of race, class, gender, sexual orientation, and disability to challenge historical, and ongoing forms of oppression and marginalization in school and society.

Our Teacher Education

Program invites applicants who are deeply committed to equity and social justice approaches, including making central to their knowledge human rights issues of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, ability, and socio-economic contexts as they interact with students, colleagues, and peers. An instructor in our program will possess or demonstrate strong connected understandings of relevant knowledge for teaching (e.g.

Technological Pedagogical Content

Knowledge)

- Professionally bring to life the content, knowledge, and competencies relevant to Technological Education specific methods and foundations courses being taught while modeling the Standards of Practice and Ethical Standards of the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT)
- Enact curriculum and teaching approaches that engage students in conversations on educational inclusion and equity related to Technological Education course content and concepts
- Be aware of a variety of critical practices relevant to their Technological Education BBT subject area that can support all students, attend to our unconscious biases, and encourage inclusivity. The duties and nominal hours for an Education Instructor – Practicum Advisor are established by the employer. Duties may include collaboration with associate teachers and principals, meeting students in-person or on-line, marking / grading, attending program meetings and completing mandatory training as required. Become familiar with Brock University policies and adhere to them.



Complete the required Brock instructor’s online tutorial prior to first class. Use a provided Brock email address for all Brock-related communications with teacher candidates and program personnel. Non-contact time includes preparation of lecture materials, managing the learning management system(s), student consultation, marking or grading, holding office hours, and other course administration as may be required such as attending required meetings with program personnel. Adapt instructional and assessment strategies to accommodate diverse adult learning needs. Advise, mentor, and provide feedback to teacher candidates in relation to Technological Education program course concepts/content and the Professional Standards of Practice and Ethical Standards of the OCT. Advise, coach, mentor, and provide feedback to technological education candidates in Block 2 Practicum (8R75) with reference to the Teacher Education Program Handbook and Log of Teaching Practice from Block 1. Work with associate teachers and principals and respond to correspondence in a timely manner. Visit and liaise with associate teachers and principals as needed. Evaluate and debrief with teacher candidates during the practicum. Manage course records including attendance and submitting final grades by university and/or Program deadlines. A minimum of five years of High School teaching or leadership experience in one or more of the following BBTs: Communications, Computers, Construction, Green Industries, Hairstyling & Aesthetics, Health Care, Hospitality & Tourism, Manufacturing, Technological Design, Transportation, and Technological Education program familiarity.

Note: as teacher candidates with different BBT specialities are grouped together into course sections, qualified applicants may only be offered a portion of a course section teaching contract to cover practicum advisor supervision of a subset of the course section’s students. Master's degree or other recognized specialization in the field of technological education such as a 3-level Ontario College of Teachers additional qualification Honour Technological Education Specialist specialization. Demonstrated leadership in curriculum, education and/or professional development as it relates to technological education.

Familiarity with the Technological Education program

- Ontario curriculum, supporting documents, and approved resources relevant to technological education classrooms and safety. Exhibits contemporary knowledge of educational theory and pedagogy including assessment relevant to technological education.



Excellent verbal and written communication skills especially in providing growth-oriented feedback for beginning technological education teacher candidate development. Demonstrated knowledge of social justice and equity, particularly to sexual and gender diversity, anti-racism, and Indigenous and decolonizing practices.

Experience with technological education teacher candidates or other adult learners. Competency in using educational technology and platforms for content creation, course management and delivery. Knowledgeable of technological education safety practices applicable to secondary school contexts.

Experience facilitating challenging conversations and difficult topics with adult learners. Course descriptions can be found on the Undergraduate course calendar website: Academic terms generally run from: Fall - September to December Winter - January to April Spring - May to July Summer - July to August *Actual dates can be found on the Timetables available on the Office of the Registrar web page: We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy.

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University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region.

Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups. We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. ca if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.

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University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Learn more about Brock University by visiting Brock University is a comprehensive institution with rich academic programs and world-class research activity. With nearly 600 full-time faculty members and researchers, Brock's robust academic scope offers more than 70 undergraduate programs and 50 graduate programs in seven agile Faculties.

The University’s 19,000 students come from across Canada and around the world. Brock’s renowned student experience is enriched by an emphasis on experiential education, as illustrated by community partnerships, volunteerism and one of Ontario's largest and most successful co-op programs.

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