Instructor, Canadian Studies, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies

Langara College • Redmond, WA

2d • CA$46 - CA$142 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary position to teach a section of Canadian Studies 1110: American Power in Canada. This course provides an understanding of contemporary American cultural, economic, and political power in Canada and the varied popular and institutional responses. Candidates will be responsible for developing lectures and course assignments, as well as grading course assessments. The teaching schedule is Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 PM to 2:20 PM, in-person, from September 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree or PhD in a related field (such as Canadian Studies, History, Political Science, Sociology, Geography).
• Sound knowledge of the current issues in Canada-U.S. relations.
• Understanding of key concepts as they apply to Canada and the U.S: economic and political interdependence, trans-national relations, geo-political and regional integration, and theories of sovereignty and the state.

Nice To Haves

• Using Brightspace and other educational technology.
• Demonstrated post-secondary teaching experience related to course content.
• Ability to attend program meetings and be an active member of the Canadian Studies program.

Responsibilities

• Develop lectures and course assignments to reflect course content and themes.
• Grade course assessments.
• Teach a section of Canadian Studies 1110: American Power in Canada.
• Attend program meetings and be an active member of the Canadian Studies program.

Benefits

• Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December)
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs
• Access to on-site daycare subject to availability
• Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability
• Course/program tuition reimbursements
• Wellness classes and campus engagement events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level