Education Instructor INDG 1F90 Fall/Winter

Brock University•St. Catharines, ON

1d•Remote

About The Position

This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy for an Education Instructor for the course INDG 1F90: Introduction to Indigenous Studies within the Department of Educational Studies, Indigenous Educational Studies at Brock University. The appointment is for the Fall/Winter academic term, from September 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027. The role involves delivering online instruction, managing course content, and engaging with students. Brock University is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive community and offers meaningful career opportunities.

Requirements

Strong knowledge and understanding of historical and contemporary issues affecting First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples, including the ongoing impacts of colonialism, treaty relationships, Indigenous rights, self-determination, and current social, political, educational, cultural, and economic realities.
Applicants should be able to articulate how this knowledge informs their teaching, and demonstrate a commitment to advancing Indigenous priorities, community well-being, and reconciliation through their professional practice.
Evidence of effective undergraduate teaching and a 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

Preparation of 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.
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.