Education Instructor INDG 2P51 Winter

Brock University•St. Catharines, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Brock University is seeking an Education Instructor for the course INDG 2P51: Indigenous Spirituality II, within the Department of Educational Studies, Indigenous Educational Studies. This is a temporary appointment for the Winter term, from January 1, 2027, to April 30, 2027, located in St. Catharines. The instructor will be responsible for delivering all aspects of the course, managing instructional time, adapting teaching strategies for diverse learners, mentoring students, and submitting grades and course materials by deadlines. The role requires adherence to Brock University policies and effective communication via a provided Brock email address.

Requirements

Knowledge of Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe spiritual traditions, worldviews, and belief systems, including an understanding of both shared teachings and distinct cultural, philosophical, and ceremonial practices
Ability to critically and respectfully examine the similarities and differences between these knowledge systems while recognizing the diversity, specificity, and contemporary relevance of Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe ways of knowing, being, and relating
Evidence of effective undergraduate teaching
Demonstrated ability to meaningfully integrate Indigenous pedagogies (Indigegogy) and Indigenous (FNMI) ways of knowing, being, and doing into curriculum design, instructional practices, assessment, and student learning experiences
A record of community-engaged scholarship, program development, and/or educational initiatives that reflect relational accountability, reciprocity, and responsibility to FNMI communities
Knowledge of and adherence to appropriate cultural protocols, ethical engagement practices, and cultural distinctions-based approaches when working with FNMI communities
Proficiency with digital technology, online teaching and learning tools
Lived experience as an FNMI person and/or established relationships and connections with FNMI communities
Willingness to provide letters of support or recommendation from FNMI community leaders or organizations attesting to community relationships, cultural responsibilities, and adherence to cultural protocols, where appropriate and in keeping with community and institutional practice

Nice To Haves

A graduate degree in Indigenous Studies, Education, or a related field is preferred; however, candidates who possess Indigenous knowledge recognized by First Nation, Metis, and/or Inuit (FNMI) communities as equivalent to a postgraduate degree, demonstrated through lived experience, cultural expertise, leadership, scholarship, and/or community contributions, will be given full consideration.

Responsibilities

Preparation of lectures
Class instruction
Student consultation
Marking and grading
Course administration, including grade appeals and cases of academic dishonesty
Become familiar with Brock University policies and adhere to them
Use a provided Brock email address for all Brock-related communications with learners and program personnel
Effectively deliver all aspects of the course
Manage instructional contact time and non-contact time
Contact time includes all classes as scheduled
Non-contact time includes preparation of lecture materials, managing the learning management system(s), student consultation, marking or grading, holding office hours, and other course administration as may be required such as attending required meetings
Adapt instructional and assessment strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs
Advise, mentor, and provide feedback in a timely manner to students in relation to course concepts/content
Submit final grades by deadlines
Submit course syllabus within 48 hours prior to the start of the course start date