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SL -Winter 2027-ECS*4030 (ECS Program) Professional Issues in Early Childhood Studies

Sessional Lecturer, Unit 2

Academic Unit:

Guelph Humber Programs

Semester(s) of Assignment(s):

Winter 2027

Number of Available Work Assignment(s) / Sections:

2

Level of Work Assignment(s):

1

Right of First Refusal (RoFR)

A Sessional Lecturer holds a RoFR (i.e., for a particular course) if they have successfully taught the course in the past six (6) semesters. A SL who holds a RoFR to this course is required to exercise their right by way of the online hiring system. Also see: What is Right of First Refusal (RoFR)?

A Sessional Lecturer Currently Holds a Right of First Refusal for this Course:

Yes

Number of Assignments that Carry the Right of First Refusal:

2

Course Number:

ECS*4030 (ECS Program)

Course Name:

Professional Issues in Early Childhood Studies

Course Format:

In-Person

Course Description:

See Course Calendar

Other Course Description or Assignment Information:

This course explores current issues and trends in professional practice. Through collaborative learning and reflective practice, students acquire skills in best practices such as effective communication and conflict resolution. The importance of advocacy and empowerment in relation to marginalization and power are investigated. Students examine their personal and professional values, supporting the process of making ethical decisions related to the field of early childhood studies.-To view course outlines from previous offerings of this course (if available), please visit: Classes held on University of Guelph-Humber campus (Toronto).

55/section

Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities

- Orientation-Training
- Office Hours
- Preparation
- Student Consultation
- Invigilating Exams
- Grading

Other Duties (specified below)

Other Duties Described:

Instructor may be required to participate in course website training.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Degree:

Masters related to field

Other

A degree related to ECS plus a Masters related to the course

Prior Teaching Experience:

Successful teaching related to field at college or university level

Required competence, capability, skill and ability related to course content:

Work experience related to field.Knowledge and/or expertise in the content of the course (through research, education or professional experience).

Preferred Qualifications

Degree:

Other

Doctorate in the field of ECS and/or related to children OR qualified designation (other than RECE)

Specific Preferred competence, capability, skill and ability related to course content:

Candidates should provide in their application evidence of prior teaching experience and teaching success/excellence related to course content, which may include a dossier, teaching philosophy, examples of teaching innovations, course developments, evaluations of previously taught courses (e.g., peer evaluations and/or student feedback), reference letters, and any other relevant information they wish to have evaluated by the selection committee (some documents on file in the department or program, such as UofGH Student Feedback Questionnaires of courses taught on UofG contracts, may also be used).Demonstrated understanding of and work experience with current issues and trends in professional practice within early childhood education.Demonstrated strong familiarity with current research in the field of Early Childhood Studies and directly related to the content of the course.Evidence of fostering a supportive learning environment/community, such as responsiveness, engagement and adaptability, including creating a safe space for students to voice their questions/concerns.

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required:

Section 01: Monday 8:55 AM - 11:35 AMSection 02: Monday 12:35 PM - 3:15 PM

Period

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