About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

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The calendar description of courses offered in our Teacher Education Program is available at: Course Descriptions - Teacher Education Program

View Faculty of Education Academic Calendar, 2026-27

More information on our Faculty is available at http://www.edu.uwo.ca

In addition to the application materials listed below, candidates should submit a complete application package, in order as indicated below:

1. A Cover letter addressed to the Appointments Committee clearly specifying under the following headings:

• Qualifications for the position and number of years teaching;
• Areas of specialization and additional qualifications;
• Evidence of successful teaching (P, J, I, S and Higher Education);
• Availability to teach on-site during the day (8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.);

1. A curriculum vitae;
2. The names contact information of three qualified individuals who could be contacted about their teaching experience and ability.

For more information about this position, please contact Evangeline Castillo at vangie.castillo@uwo.ca.

Course Information

Part 1: Elementary Drama
In this part of the course, students investigate approaches to learning and inquiry in and through drama education, with a focus on drama as an instructional strategy and learning vehicle. This will include philosophies and strategies, curriculum planning, and assessment in drama. Students will explore the aims of drama education; role of the teacher in the drama classroom and in facilitating drama sessions; creative drama; the use of improvisation and storytelling; and developing major projects with students.

Part 2: Elementary Dance
This part focuses on curriculum, instructional strategies, and assessment in elementary dance education; and provides opportunities to explore the creative process through theoretical perspectives and practical applications. Using a critical lens, students will cultivate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to develop and successfully implement a dance program to support the diverse needs of PJI students. (0.25 credit) total for Drama and Dance

The Faculty of Education invites applications for a Limited Duties Instructor to teach Curriculum and Pedagogy in Elementary Dance & Drama – PJI. The instructor will guide teacher candidates in understanding how to plan, assess, and deliver Dance and Drama programming that meets the learning needs of diverse students and promotes creative expression, collaboration, and embodied learning in alignment with Ontario's Grade 1-8 Arts Curriculum.

• Prepare and deliver course content aligned with approved learning outcomes and curriculum expectations.
• Facilitate interactive instruction that emphasizes improvisation, movement, creative play, and project-based activities.
• Introduce instructional strategies and assessment approaches for both Drama and Dance education.
• Support teacher candidates in exploring inclusive and integrated arts practices, with a focus on curriculum connections and classroom implementation.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback on student work.
• Collaborate with other arts instructors, as appropriate.
• Submit final grades and maintain communication with the Teacher Education Office or course coordinator, if applicable.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for all activities associated with the successful delivery of the course, including but not limited to: developing, preparing, and delivering the course; setting and marking examinations, assessing the academic work of students, and reporting grades.

Candidates must be willing to undertake training as required by the Employer including, but not limited to, training in respect of health and safety, harassment and discrimination, and legislated service standards.

Qualifications

Qualifications (Minimum Required):

• Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in Dance and/or Drama, Curriculum Studies, or a closely related field.
• Familiarity with Ontario Arts Curriculum (Grades 1-8) and demonstrated experience teaching Dance and Drama at the Primary, Junior, or Intermediate level.
• Experience teaching or designing integrated arts/cross-curricular arts activities.
• Knowledge of assessment & evaluation, differentiated instruction, and inclusive arts education practices in the elementary Music classroom.

Preferred Qualifications / Assets:

• Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) certification in good standing (current) or held within the last five years.
• OCT Specialist Qualification in Dance and/or Drama or equivalent academic/professional expertise.
• Collaborative experience with multi-disciplinary arts teams.
• A record of effecting teaching performance in post-secondary education (particularly), and/or Additional Qualifications (AQ courses), and/or facilitating teacher professional learning (e.g. through arts professional associations.
• Active in research related to arts education.

Affirmation Policy

Western, like many postsecondary institutions in Canada, is moving beyond sole reliance upon Indigenous self-identification in its hiring processes. This is to safeguard against the use of incorrect, incomplete, or misleading information in circumstances in which a candidate has made a declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership. Candidates who are invited for an interview or who are short-listed, and who have made a declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership for material advantage at Western, including where required or preferred for the position, will be asked to have their declaration of Indigenous citizenship or membership affirmed through a relational accountability process, led by the Office of Indigenous Initiatives (OII), that is consistent with Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing. Please contact the OII directly for details on the affirmation processes: https://indigenous.uwo.ca/. The policy can be viewed at: POLICY 1.58 - Affirming Declarations of Indigenous Citizenship or Membership at Western University.

Applying at Western

In submitting your application, candidates should attach a curriculum vitae and evidence of successful teaching, together with the names and contact information of qualified individuals who could be contacted about their teaching experience and ability.

In accordance with the Faculty Collective Agreement, consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications, including qualifications which go beyond the requirements for the position. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English.

Course offerings could be assigned to the workload of full-time faculty or to part-time faculty with seniority or preference rights in accordance with the Faculty Collective Agreement, or left unfilled based on operational/enrolment requirements. All positions are subject to budget approval.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

This position is an existing vacancy. Recent Western graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. Please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp.