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

To develop their capacities as prospective teacher researchers in intercultural and foreign contexts, Teacher Candidates explore culture and cross-cultural communication under conditions of heightened mobilities, global connections and colonial legacies. By examining anthropological, literary and media representations of culture, travel and encounter, teacher candidates consider forms and methods of teacher inquiry/research aimed at enhancing practices of global and international education. Based on the coursework, Teacher Candidates will revise, carry out and present the results of their practitioner research plan as their culminating work in the course. .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 Teaching and Learning in Intercultural Contexts, Part 2, offered in the final term of the Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) program.

This course supports teacher candidates as they complete a practitioner inquiry project focused on international, global, and intercultural education. Building on earlier coursework, teacher candidates engage with interdisciplinary perspectives—including anthropology, media, and literature—to critically examine culture, colonial legacies, and cross-cultural communication in education. Candidates will refine, implement, and present a research-informed project that explores intercultural teaching practices and global education.

Prepare and deliver course content that aligns with the learning outcomes and goals of the capstone course.

Develop the course outline in consultation with the course coordinator (if applicable) and in accordance with Faculty requirements.

Support teacher candidates in refining, conducting, and presenting their practitioner research in the field of intercultural, international, or global education.

Facilitate online synchronous and asynchronous learning activities that encourage deep reflection and critical inquiry.

Provide timely, constructive feedback on student research and final presentations.

Promote an inclusive and reflective learning environment that supports teacher candidate success and well-being.

Assess student work, assign final grades, and comply with Western University policies on academic integrity and assessment.

Communicate regularly with the Teacher Education Office or course coordinator to ensure consistency across offerings.

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 international, global, intercultural, or comparative education.

• Teacher certification

• Demonstrated teaching experience at the elementary or secondary level.

• Knowledge of and/or experience in school- or community-based research, action research, or practitioner inquiry within global, international, or intercultural contexts.

Preferred Qualifications / Assets:

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in international, intercultural, or global education, or a related field.
• Experience mentoring teacher candidates or educators in applied research or inquiry projects.
• Demonstrated record of effective teaching performance in teacher education or equivalent contexts.
• Experience teaching or studying in more than one country

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.