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.

About Us

The calendar description of courses offered in our Teacher Education Program is available at: https://www.edu.uwo.ca/csw/bed/_docs/course_descriptions/2024-25-course-descriptions.pdf

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:

• 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.);

• A curriculum vitae;

• 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

Students will prepare a culminating product as part of a long-term project drawing on a preliminary literature review, the use of technology, and knowledge of how to construct a unit plan in French as a second language that draws on the scholarly and professional literature, involves meeting with members of a local minority language French community and culminates in a conference presentation at a student-run conference. In advance of completing their project, they will identify an area of research interest and situate it in a professional and scholarly context. .5 credit This course is taught online (synchronous and asynchronous).

The Faculty of Education at Western University invites applications for a Limited Duties Instructor to teach Research Capstone in French as a Second Language (FSL) at the Elementary and Secondary Levels, Part 2. This course is offered in the final term of the B.Ed. program and is designed to support teacher candidates as they complete a culminating inquiry project that integrates theory, practice, and community engagement in the context of FSL education.

The course is delivered in French and culminates in the development of a literature-informed final project, drawing on candidates’ prior coursework, research, and field experiences. Students will engage with members of local French-language minority communities, and present their final projects in a student-led conference. The course emphasizes reflective practice, scholarly engagement, and research-informed instructional design.

Develop and deliver course content in accordance with approved learning outcomes.

Create or revise the course outline in consultation with the course coordinator (if applicable) and in accordance with Faculty guidelines.

Support teacher candidates in conducting pedagogical and practitioner-based inquiry in FSL education.

Guide students through the process of developing literature-informed final project, engaging in community-based components, and preparing final presentations.

Facilitate learning through synchronous and asynchronous online instructional methods (if applicable).

Provide timely and constructive feedback on student progress and culminating projects.

Promote a supportive, inclusive, and reflective learning environment.

Assess student work, assign final grades, and follow university policies related to academic integrity and evaluation.

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 French as a Second Language (FSL) education or a related field.

• Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) certification in good standing (current or within the last five years).

• OCT FSL Specialist certification or equivalent qualification in FSL instruction.

• Demonstrated teaching experience at the elementary and/or secondary level in FSL.

• Demonstrated record of effective teaching performance at the post-secondary or teacher education level.

• Excellent oral and written French communication skills (this course is delivered in French).

• Knowledge of and/or experience in school-based research or action research related to FSL instruction.

• Familiarity with research design, data collection, and analysis methods appropriate to practitioner inquiry and action research.

Preferred Qualifications / Assets:

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in FSL education, Curriculum Studies, or related fields.
• Experience mentoring teacher candidates or educators in applied research or action research within the FSL context.
• Experience in community-engaged research or working with French language minority communities.
• Experience teaching in online environments, including both synchronous and asynchronous formats.
• Demonstrated innovative approaches to online or inquiry-based FSL teaching.

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:

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.