Consideration will be given to qualified internal full-time academic and partial-load employees first in accordance with the Collective Agreement requirements.
Sheridan faculty provide academic leadership to programs and courses within their areas of expertise and contribute to a learning-centred environment, where students can develop to their full potential. They also contribute to Sheridan, Faculty and program excellence by collaborating on a variety of initiatives such as new program development, applied research and alternative delivery strategies. Faculty ensure students are aware of course and program learning outcomes, learning strategies and evaluation techniques, through providing individual tutoring, academic counselling and evaluating student progress/achievement within assigned courses. Within this context the Faculty of Animation, Arts & Design is currently seeking a full-time Professor, Bachelor of Animation.
The Professor position is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction within an Honours Bachelor of Animation program, teaching subjects such as story theory and practice, storyboarding, with a knowledge of 2D, 3D, or stop-motion animation practices. The professor fosters a student-centered, inclusive learning environment that supports diverse learning styles and backgrounds. The role involves providing academic leadership through curriculum development, ensuring course content remains current and aligned with industry best practices, defining and assessing learning outcomes, and developing innovative teaching strategies, and learning materials. Faculty are expected to evaluate student performance, provide academic support and mentorship, and contribute to program and institutional initiatives, including applied research and new program development.
What You’ll be Doing
- Ensuring that program and course curricula are current, relevant and reflective of best practices within the relevant professional/program disciplines
- Defining, evaluating and validating learning outcomes for courses and programs
- Creating an effective environment for applied learning which accommodates students’ diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, experiences and learning styles
- Designing appropriate strategies and tools for facilitating and assessing student learning that are invitational and reflective of best practices in teaching and learning
- Developing appropriate strategies and tools to assess student performance that are consistent with the learning outcomes of the course and address multiple learning styles
- Developing multi-media materials and alternative delivery strategies, and incorporating appropriate educational technologies into the applied learning process
About You
You have the skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse student and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion.
You are committed to excellence in teaching and learning within a collaborative team environment.
You have a demonstrated ability to convey the conceptual and applied aspects of knowledge to a broad range of diverse students.
You value participating in and creating safe, brave, and inclusive environments at work and in the community and want to be a part of a culture where we strive to take actions to ensure no one is left behind.
You enjoy balancing many different tasks, staying organized and planning, integrating multiple information streams, prioritizing and tracking various projects to meet a demanding workload, and keep things running smoothly.
You bring a solid network of contacts with other academics, professionals, organizations and employers.
The successful candidate will also meet the following qualifications:
- Masters degree in a related field required;
- Must have expertise in animation production, storytelling, and story structure
- A minimum of three years relevant practical and professional experience
- Proficiency in layout and animation software (ToonBoom, Autodesk Maya and Adobe Creative Suite)
- Experience in teaching and curriculum development at the post-secondary level or equivalent experience teaching adult learners
- Formal studies in adult or higher education is an asset
- Strong network of contacts with other academics, professionals, organizations and employers
- Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
- Ability to convey the conceptual and applied aspects of knowledge to a broad range of students
- Committed to excellence in teaching and learning and to working within a team environment
Who We Are
Every member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people’s lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2027: Forging the Future (https://www.sheridancollege.ca/sheridan2027), charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity, and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we’re making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.
- For more information, visit: Why Work at Sheridan
Other Details
Faculty: Faculty of Animation, Arts and Design
Campus Location: Trafalgar(May be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus)
Work Categorization: Resident Position | Fully on-site 5 days/week
Reference #: J0526-0125
Employee Group: Academic
Hours: Professors may teach between the hours of 8:00am and 10:00pm
Salary Range: $73,079 - $126,689 (based on relevant educational qualifications and experience)
Desired Start Date: August 2026
Application Deadline: June 28, 2026
Type of Vacancy: This is a replacement position
Application Instructions: Please attach your teaching dossier in PDF format with your resume submission. This document must include your detailed cover letter, resume, statement of teaching philosophy, course evaluations, sample course components and course activities based on technology developed for courses.
First Nations peoples have lived on this part of Turtle Island for millennia, stewarding the land, the water and all that contributes to life in this region. Today, the culture and presence of First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples enrich the lands and people of this territory.
Over two centuries ago, the Mississauga people welcomed settlers to this territory, providing sustenance and engaging in trade and commerce. Between 1781 to 1820, eight treaties were signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation who opened their territory to settlement. Today, Sheridan campuses are located on Treaty 14, also known as the Head of the Lake Purchase of 1806 and Treaty 22 and 23 of 1820.
Treaty history is foundational, and it is our collective responsibility to honour the land, as we honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be learning, working and thriving on this land, and we commit to learn the truth and be active in the process of reconciliation.
Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.
Sheridan will provide job applicants with accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire, we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments, if applicable.
