Conrad Grebel University College
Sessional Instructor Position
October 18, 2024
Conrad Grebel University College is seeking an instructor for PACS 331: “Trauma Healing and Social Transformation” during the winter 2025 term.
Description
This course examines how attention to trauma and healing can inform processes to transform conflict, violence, and injustice. With case examples from domestic abuse to colonialism and police violence, students explore theories and approaches to trauma and healing to better understand pathways to personal and social transformation and how they can be applied in various contexts. Topics include causes, types, and impacts of trauma; the role of trauma in cycles of violence; and frameworks for healing informed by contemporary social justice movements.
Mode of Delivery: This course is offered fully in person at Conrad Grebel University College
Schedule: Thursdays, 2:30 pm – 5:20 pm
Duties will include training, preparation, lecturing, invigilating exams, grading, email correspondence, and office hours.
Anticipated class size: 35.
All candidates should submit the following materials to be considered for the position:
- A letter of application that details your interest in and suitability for teaching this course (letters addressed to Dr. Reina Neufeldt, Chair, Peace and Conflict Studies)
- A curriculum vitae with contact information; and
- Evidence of positive teaching performance, such as teaching evaluations, letters of recommendation, statement of teaching philosophy, or previous syllabi where applicable.
Candidates who have not previously taught at Conrad Grebel University College may be asked to supply letters of reference or give permission for the Employer to contact referees by telephone or email. Preferred instructors will have teaching experience and a PhD, however those with master's degrees will be considered.
Applications should be sent to Ndagire Brendah, Undergraduate Academic and Administrative Officer.
Deadline for receipt of applications: November 15, 2024
Further Information:
For more information on Conrad Grebel University College visit https://uwaterloo.ca/grebel