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Part-Time Professor, Pet Grooming
Conestoga College
- Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
- Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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Part-Time Academic, new position
The School of Community Services is seeking qualified professionals to join the Animal Care team to teach part-time courses from May 2026- August 2026, and/or September 2026 to December 2026 to Pet Grooming students.
Examples Of Courses That May Be Available Include
Grooming I: Equipment Care, Bathing and Brushing
Grooming II: Clipping and Scissoring
Grooming III: Specialized Cuts and Products
Grooming IV: Cat Grooming
Medical Issues: Coat and Skin Care
Self-Care: Physical and Mental Health
Business Operations, Record Keeping and Marketing
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., both in-person and online. 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. Some courses in the grooming program are accelerated and are delivered over seven weeks.
Applications will be provided to the hiring team on a weekly schedule. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Responsibilities
Ensure program and course curriculum are current, relevant, and reflective of best practices in the field
Design appropriate strategies and tools for facilitating and evaluating student progress and achievement
Carry out regularly scheduled instruction according to the format prescribed for the course, including online, classroom, and computer-assisted lab lessons
Ensure student awareness of course objectives, instructional approach, and evaluation systems
Evaluate student progress/achievement, assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of student 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
Work in a collaborative, collegial manner both within the department and across the college
Qualifications
Ontario secondary school diploma is required; certificate or other credentials related to pet grooming or animal care is preferred
Minimum five years of experience working as a pet groomer, grooming different breeds of dogs is required; cat grooming experience is considered an asset
Membership in the Ontario Dog Groomers Association or National Groomer Association of Canada, or a similar organization is an asset
Experience in adult or post-secondary level teaching experience is preferred
Experience with curriculum development is an asset
Experience with computer systems (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and educational technologies (e.g., D2L) is preferred
Demonstrated exceptional presentation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an academic team
Demonstrated 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 asset
Strong commitment to academic excellence, student success, and ability to support Conestoga's continuous quality improvement initiatives
Strong relationships with industry contacts and network connections are considered an asset
This position works with animals. The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of rabies vaccination and protective titre. Maintenance of a fully vaccinated status for rabies will be required.
Compensation is determined using a standardized wage calculation that considers education, relevant industry experience, and teaching experience. Part-Time Professors are paid an hourly rate based on Teaching Contact Hours (up to 6 hours per week). This rate is inclusive of all academic responsibilities, including course preparation, delivery, and evaluation. The posted hourly rate represents an estimated range. Successful candidates will receive an individualized wage calculation at the time of offer.
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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