Table 2 Sessional Staff Role items

1.

I identify my own professional development needs

2.

I actively engage in formal and/or informal professional development in learning and teaching

3.

I am familiar with, and keep up to date with, policies and procedures that affect my work

4.

I am aware of institutional student support such as academic skills programs, counselling, and disability services.

5.

I receive ongoing formal and informal feedback from the unit coordinator, peers and students

6.

I am aware of my roles and responsibilities as a sessional staff member

7.

I critically reflect (with myself and/or with others) on students’ learning, my teaching, and my professional development as a teacher

8.

I provide ongoing feedback to my department and unit coordinator

9.

I participate in, or contribute to, institutional/department/unit events and activities

10.

I am aware of opportunities in my school/university to gain recognition and reward for my contribution to quality teaching and learning.

11.

I am aware of departmental websites, learning management systems, discussion fora, and email

12.

I maintain regular and timely communication with my unit coordinator, department, and human resources.