Education Instructor INDG 1P55 Winter

Brock University•St. Catharines, ON

1d•Remote

About The Position

Brock University is seeking an Education Instructor for the course INDG 1P55, Indigenous Engagement and Relationships, within the Department of Educational Studies. This is a part-time, contract position for the Winter 2027 academic term, running from January 1, 2027, to April 30, 2027. The instructor will be responsible for delivering all aspects of the course, managing instructional time, and adapting teaching strategies to diverse learning needs. The role involves preparing lectures, instructing classes, consulting with students, marking and grading, and administering the course, including grade appeals and academic dishonesty cases. The instructor must adhere to Brock University policies and use a provided Brock email for all communications. The position is compensated based on nominal hours, with rates effective September 1, 2025, and September 1, 2026, excluding vacation pay. This role is governed by the Brock University and Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 4207-5 Collective Agreement.

Requirements

Knowledge of the diverse cultures, histories, perspectives, and knowledge systems of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples.
Evidence of respectful collaboration and meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities.
Demonstrate an understanding of the contributions of Indigenous perspectives to contemporary issues, including sustainability, technology, ethical practice, and community well-being.
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.
Where appropriate and in keeping with community and institutional practice, 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.

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

Prepare lectures, class instruction, student consultation, marking and grading, and 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.
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.