Education Instructor ADED 1P31 Fall

Brock University•St. Catharines, ON

3d•Remote

About The Position

Brock University is seeking an Education Instructor for the ADED 1P31 course, 'Learning for Success,' for the Fall 2026 term. This course focuses on self-management, goal setting, study skills, and academic integrity, designed to develop critical self-reflection about learning. The position is within the Department of Educational Studies, Adult Education program, and will be delivered online. The appointment is from September 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with an estimated workload of 195 nominal hours. The instructor will be responsible for instructional duties, providing academic direction and feedback to learners, developing instructional resources, assessing assignments, and administering the course using Brightspace. The role requires adherence to Brock University policies, collective agreements, and mandatory training. Brock University is committed to creating a respectful, equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

Requirements

Demonstrated subject matter knowledge and expertise related to the relevant adult education literature and the specific course content.
Demonstrated successful experience facilitating or teaching adults in an online or hybrid delivery mode, working in an LMS environment, within the last five years preferred.
Relevant professional working experience as an educator in the field of adult education, within the last five years preferred.
A relevant graduate degree from a recognized university required (MEd in Adult Education or equivalent).
Skill in using Microsoft Office 365, or similar technology resources, to support the teaching and learning process.

Nice To Haves

PhD or EdD preferred with an active research agenda.

Responsibilities

Provide instructional duties, including a high level of academic direction, insight, and feedback to learners.
Facilitate the learning experience in an exemplary manner adhering to current adult education principles and practices.
Demonstrate a high level of instructor presence, stimulate discussion, and foster learner engagement.
Develop engaging instructional resources (video, screencast, or podcast) that provide insight and feedback to learners on a weekly basis.
Assess and evaluate course assignments while providing meaningful and timely feedback to learners.
Use Brightspace as the primary instructional tool for online courses.
Utilize the course curriculum as authorized by the Adult Education Director and Program Committee.
Provide appropriate academic oversight and input regarding the ongoing relevance and effectiveness of course resources, assignments, and assessment tools and strategies on an annual basis.
Liaise with Adult Education Director and Program Committee, instructors, online facilitators and staff as required.
Work under the requirements outlined in the Adult Education Program Handbook, Brock University Undergraduate Calendar, and Faculty Handbook.
Adhere to the requirements of mandatory training including AODA, Health and Safety Awareness Training, FIPPA, Academic Integrity and other professional development events.