Studies – Faculty of Education
The Faculty of Education is seeking qualified Contract Academic Staff (CAS) (formerly known as Sessional Instructors) to teach the following courses during the 2024-25 Regular Session Winter Term in the Bachelor of Physical Education Studies Program.
05:269 Foundations of Recreation and Leisure (3 cr hrs) (Slot 4: Mon/Wed/Fri 11:40 AM – 12:30 PM) This course explores the nature and scope of recreation and leisure, considering past influences and implications for the future. The course also provides an overview of the components that make up the leisure service delivery system. Field and classroom work required.
05:326 Organization and Administration of Phys. Ed. and Athletics I (3 cr hrs) (Slot 2: Mon/Wed/Fri 9:30-11:20 AM) This course is designed to cover selected organizational and administrative details in public schools and recreation programs. Leadership skills in planning, organizing and the operation of various events, intramural, athletic and community recreation programs will be emphasized. Other management functions covered in the course will include: staffing, program evaluation and promotion, equipment purchase and care, policies and procedures, and financial management. Field and classroom work required.
05:451 Physical Education/Health Education Methods (EY) (3 cr hrs) (Slot E07: Tues/Thurs 1:40-3:30 PM) The course is designed to introduce students to the various methods and materials relevant to Early Years physical education. Emphasis will be placed on theme and lesson planning, practice of basic skills, and the instructional methodology of various activities
05:452 Physical Education/Health Education Methods (MY) (3 cr hrs) (Slot E06: Mon/Wed 1:40-3:30 PM) The course is designed to introduce students to the various methods and materials relevant to Middle Years physical education. Emphasis will be placed on planning, implementation, and evaluation of basic skills of various physical education materials. The areas of instruction upon which the course is largely based follow the Province of Manitoba curriculum guide.
Qualifications: Applicants must hold a Bachelor's Degree. Applicants may seek to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to the Bachelor's degree and are invited to contact the Dean of Educaton on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials; please direct such inquiries to the email address below. Preference will be given to candidates who hold a Master's degree in a related field. Applicants must have successful teaching experience and relevant expertise in the specified area.
Salary: $6,901 per 3 credit hour course
Application Deadline: December 4, 2024 or until the positions are filled
Interested educators are invited to submit their application, curriculum vitae, evidence of successful teaching, and the names of three referees, in a single PDF document, directly via email to the address listed below. Please visit https: // www. brandonu.ca/education/sessional-opportunities/ and view the Contract Academic Staff Application Checklist to ensure you are meeting all application requirements.
Dr. Alysha Farrell, Dean Faculty of Education Brandon University Email: [email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest in applying for this position and advise that only candidates selected will be contacted.
Issued November 26, 2024
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