Instructor – Tourism & Travel Management

Job Description:

Instructor – Tourism & Travel Management Program

Continuing Position Commencing August 1, 2022

Reporting to the Program Manager of the Business, Tourism and Sport Department, the Instructor will ensure the successful delivery of the Tourism & Travel Management program (Event Coordinator specialization) by delivering a high-quality program and creating an inclusive and safe teaching and learning environment. Specific course delivery will include but may not be limited to: Intro to Event Coordination, Intro to Fundraising & Sponsorship, Meetings Management, Creative Events Development and Tradeshow Operations.

The successful candidate will:

• Assist learners in the development of required curriculum outcomes through such activities as individual and group instruction, self-directed learning, and performance assessments.
• Deliver excellence in learning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success.
• Evaluate and assess both academic and practical student progress.
• Promote student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching and engaging students in the learning process.
• Provide ongoing support, guidance, and advice to students.
• Liaising with industry to promote student learning and program relevancy.
• Comply with OH&S regulations.
• Participate in program development and planning activities.
• Develop, review and update learning materials in the online based learning management system (SAM).
• Perform other instructor related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field such as Tourism/Hospitality is required.  A combination of post-secondary education and relevant industry experience may be considered.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in an event planning setting, preferably at a management level is required.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational & problem-solving skills.
• Strong computer literacy skills.
• Proven ability to work within a collaborative environment, demonstrating flexibility.
• Meetings Professionals International (MPI) membership will be considered an asset.
• Prior teaching, curriculum development, corporate training, and/or coursework in adult education will be considered assets.

Proof of credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and/or their foreign equivalents will be required at the time of job offer.

Equal opportunity will be given to applicants of diverse backgrounds, Holland College welcomes applications from individuals with marginalized identities and accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. In keeping with the terms and provisions of the College’s various employment and collective agreements, priority may be given to internal candidates.