Date Posted: Friday November 21, 2025
Closing Date: Friday December 5, 2025
Faculty: Faculty of Education & Professional Studies
School: Schulich School of Education (Indigenous Education Program)
Nipissing University invites applications for part-time course instructors for Winter 2026 positions to teach in the Indigenous Education Program (online).
Qualifications:
- Have completed a Bachelor of Education, Masters, PhD in Education or a related field;
- Demonstrated successful teaching experience, as evidenced by a teaching philosophy, strong teaching evaluations, and/or other relevant achievements related to teaching;
- Be certified as a registered teacher with the appropriate licensing authority (e.g. Ontario College of Teachers).
- Indigenous knowledge is valued and considered an asset in this role. We welcome applicants and strongly encourage applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter from Indigenous peoples, who can contribute diverse perspectives and insights.
Duties:
- Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the portion of the course to which they are assigned
- Will be available to meet with students outside of the official classroom time
- Complete mandatory training requirements, review and follow Nipissing University's policies and procedures
Courses Available:
Term: Winter 2026
Instructional Hours: 30 hours
Delivery: Online, Synchronous
We are hiring for multiple courses, including:
- EDUC-1034 - Introduction to Canadian Indigenous Studies
6:00pm to 9:00pm on the following dates:
Tues., Jan. 13, Wed, Jan. 14, Thurs., Jan. 15
Tues., Jan. 20, Wed., Jan. 21, Thurs., Jan. 22
Tues., Jan. 27, Thurs., Jan. 29
Tues., Feb. 3, Thurs., Feb. 5
- EDUC-1023 - Introduction to Literacy Strategies
6pm to 9pm on the following dates:
Tues., Feb. 10, Wed., Feb. 11, Thurs., Feb. 12
Tues., Feb. 17, Wed., Feb. 18, Thurs., Feb. 19
Tues., Feb. 24, Thurs., Feb. 26
Tues., Mar. 3, Thurs. Mar. 5
- EDUC-1124 - Introduction to Numeracy Strategies
6pm to 9pm on the following dates:|
Tues., Mar. 17, Wed., Mar. 18, Thurs., Mar. 19
Tues., Mar. 24, Wed., Mar. 25, Thurs., Mar. 26
Tues., Mar. 31, Thurs., Apr. 2
Tues., Apr. 7, Thurs., Apr. 9
- EDUC-1043 - Child Development
6pm to 9pm on the following dates:|
Tues., Apr. 14, Wed., Apr. 15, Thurs., Apr. 16
Tues., Apr. 21, Wed., Apr. 22, Thurs., Apr. 23
Tues., Apr. 28, Thurs., Apr. 30
Tues., May 5, Thurs., May 7
How to Apply:
To be considered for a part-time course instructor position, please complete the application form and submit the following document by email as a single PDF to EPSFacPos@nipissingu.ca.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Proof of highest level of education
- Professional letter of reference
- Proof of other qualifications (if applicable)
- Work permit (if applicable)
Upon application closing date, all submitted applications will be reviewed. Applications submitted after the closing date will be reviewed as received and until all positions are filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
