LECTURER (Plumbing)

OVERVIEW

The Lecturer will develop and teach courses at the University College of the Cayman Islands especially at the certificate and Associate levels. While teaching will be the main activity of the Lecturer, this individual will also be heavily involved in multiple activities at both the departmental and broader university level.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Technical certificate and training in Plumbing with the ability to teach Construction Technology would be an asset;
• Minimum of a master’s degree is preferred;
• Demonstrated teaching excellence with at least 3 years of proven pedagogical competence at the tertiary level;
• At least 3 years’ experience at student advising and mentoring;
• At least 3 years of experience in curriculum development;
• Commercial or industrial/technical and relevant industry experience will be an asset;
• Proven ability to design and deliver courses at quality standards and regulations of the University;
• Capacity to contribute to the development of academic processes across the institution;
• Proficiency in preparing course materials;
• Capable of teaching in an online and hybrid environment;
• Ability to teach multiple courses in area of competence;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel;
• Proactively resolves problems, and builds strong team relationships;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to collaborative and collegial processes.

ACCOUNTABILITIES SPECIFIC TO THE ROLE

• Contributes to the University’s undergraduate teaching programmes that are consistent with the University’s mission and core commitments;
• Designs, prepares and develops teaching materials;
• Prepares and delivers lectures, seminars and tutorials in accordance with the allocated teaching load;
• Responsible for marking, assessing, recording and submitting results;
• Maintains student records and monitors student progress;
• Works collaboratively with the division Dean to maintain and develop effective and efficient programme delivery;
• Ensures the quality of all courses and programs in accordance with the guidelines of the UCCI Curriculum Committee;
• Supports students through an advisory role; and maintains office hours;
• Supervises students’ projects, research, internship and practicum activities;
• Participates in program review and quality assurance processes in support of the division’s plans;
• Performs other duties assigned by designer.

Compensation

Employer-covered medical; co-contributory pension and annual leave.

How to apply

Submit the UCCI application form along with a CV and cover letter to recruitment@ucci.edu.ky. Application forms are available at www.ucci.edu.ky.

Deadline

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Caymanians/Caymanian Status, persons married to Caymanians and holding Permanent Residence are preferred.