At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach carpentry and renovation courses using innovative methods to inspire students.
- Company: Conestoga College, a leader in polytechnic education with a strong community focus.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours, opportunity to shape future tradespeople, and a supportive teaching environment.
- Other info: Dynamic teaching environment with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by sharing your carpentry expertise with eager learners.
- Qualifications: Must have General Carpenter 403A Certificate and five years of industry experience.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Conestoga College is a leader in polytechnic education, recognized for its commitment to excellence, industry‑aligned programming, and community impact. Delivering a full range of career‑focused education, training and applied research, the college prepares students for success with skills and knowledge that reflect Ontario’s changing job market and serve workforce needs, promoting economic prosperity in the communities it serves and across the province.
As a Part‑Time Professor, you will develop and deliver curriculum using various engaging and innovative methods, playing a pivotal role in enhancing academic excellence through sound teaching practice. The School of Trades & Apprenticeship is currently seeking qualified professionals to teach courses in the Carpentry & Renovation Technician or General Carpenter Apprenticeship programs, starting in early September 2026. Candidates will be expected to teach carpentry, renovation, theory, and practice. Successful candidates must conduct work within Ontario and be available to work on campus as required. Conestoga offers classes Monday to Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., both in‑person and online. Part‑time Professors typically teach one to two courses. When time allows, Professors are afforded an opportunity to share their availability on a semester basis to determine course scheduling. Courses may be in person only, online only, or hybrid (mix of online and in‑person content), and are approximately two to six hours per week in the classroom.
Responsibilities
- Ensure student awareness of course objectives, instructional approach, and evaluation systems.
- Carry out regularly scheduled instruction according to the format prescribed for the course, including in shop, online, classroom, and computer‑assisted lab lessons.
- Evaluate student progress/achievement, assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the students’ work within the assigned course, and maintain records as required.
- Support students in the use of eConestoga, the learning management system (D2L), as well as maintain course materials within this system.
- Create and maintain a positive learning environment which supports the diversity of students’ cultures, educational backgrounds, and learning styles.
- Collaborate and build relations with other program faculty.
Qualifications
- General Carpenter 403A Certificate of Qualification is required.
- Additional General Carpenter 403A Certificate of Apprenticeship is preferred.
- Minimum of five years of related industry experience.
- Previous adult or post‑secondary teaching experience is considered an asset.
- Experience with curriculum development is an asset.
- Knowledge and experience of computer systems (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite) and educational technologies (e.g. D2L, Zoom) is an asset.
- Strong leadership and teaching skills with a strong commitment to academic excellence and student success.
- Excellent organizational, presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Part-Time Professor, Carpentry in Cambridge employer: Conestoga College School of Business
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Contact Details:
Conestoga College School of Business Recruitment Team
