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Part-Time Professor, Nutrition and Food Service ManagementJoin to apply for the Part-Time Professor, Nutrition and Food Service Management role at School of Business - Continuing Education at Conestoga CollegePart-Time Professor, Nutrition and Food Service Management4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Part-Time Professor, Nutrition and Food Service Management role at School of Business - Continuing Education at Conestoga CollegeGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Position SummaryPart-Time Academic, new positionConestoga College is a leader in polytechnic education. Our career-focused education, training, and applied research programs prepare students for success, support industry and workforce needs, and promote economic prosperity throughout our region and across Ontario.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 Health & Life Sciences is currently seeking a qualified professional to teach DIET2170 Menu Development in the Nutrition and Food Service Management program starting fall 2025. This course explores menu management across diverse environments, with an emphasis on healthcare settings and uses MealSuite within the curriculum.Successful candidates will be required to conduct work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus as required. Conestoga offers classes Monday to Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. with these courses being delivered in-person at the Doon campus located at 299 Doon Valley Drive, Kitchener. Part-time Professors typically teach one to two courses. Courses are approximately three to six hours per week in the classroom for a 14-week term.Applications will be provided to the hiring team on a weekly schedule. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.ResponsibilitiesDeliver engaging, practical instruction in DIET2170 using real-world scenarios and case studiesEnsure program and course curriculum are current, relevant, and reflective of best practices in the fieldDesign appropriate strategies and tools for facilitating and evaluating student progress and achievementCarry out regularly scheduled instruction according to the format prescribed for the course, including online, classroom, and computer-assisted lab lessonsEnsure student awareness of course objectives, instructional approach, and evaluation systemsEvaluate student progress/achievement, assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of student work within the assigned course, and maintain records as requiredSupport students in the use of eConestoga, the learning management system (D2L), as well as maintain course materials within this systemCreate and maintain a positive learning environment which supports the diversity of students cultures, educational backgrounds, and learning stylesWork in a collaborative, collegial manner both within the department and across the collegeQualificationsRegistered Dietitian or Nutrition ManagerMembership with the College of Dietitians of Ontario or the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management is requiredMinimum three years of experience in a healthcare or institutional food service environmentProficiency in MealSuite software is required, with demonstrated ability to teach or train others on the platformPrevious adult or post-secondary level teaching experience is an assetExperience with curriculum development is an assetExperience with computer systems (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and educational technologies (e.g., D2L) is preferredDemonstrated exceptional presentation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an academic teamDemonstrated ability to relate to learners and provide a positive learning environment to students working at different skill levels, including international students and students requiring accommodation, is an assetStrong commitment to academic excellence, student success, and ability to support Conestogas continuous quality improvement initiativesStrong relationships with industry contacts and network connections are considered an assetSeniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typePart-timeJob functionJob functionEducation and TrainingIndustriesHigher EducationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at School of Business - Continuing Education at Conestoga College by 2xGet notified about new Parttime Professor jobs in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.Assistant Professor in Waterborne EpidemiologyAssistant Professor in Next Generation Sensing of Waterborne PathogensAssistant Professor, Water Resources or Environmental EngineeringAssistant Professor in Waterborne Disease ModellingAssistant Professor, Intelligent Embedded SystemsAssistant Professor in Smart, Nature-based Treatment of Waterborne PathogensAssistant Professor in Ornamental HorticultureAssistant Professor in Exercise Physiology and MetabolismAssistant Professor, Biomechanics and Computational MechanicsAssistant Professor, BioMedical EngineeringWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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