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

This course will explore the social, political, historical and ongoing colonial contexts of formal schooling in relation to First Nations Metis, and Inuit Peoples in Canada. An in-depth examination of how the Indian Act, Residential and Day schools and Euro-Western curriculum have negatively influenced the experiences and engagement of Indigenous learners is provided. A focus on critical Indigenous and decolonial pedagogical approaches are offered as approaches to respectfully engage with Indigenous Knowledges and provide promise for healing the ruptures in educational opportunities for Indigenous students in Canada. .25 credit

The Faculty of Education invites applications for a Limited Duties Instructor to teach Indigenous Education: Decolonizing Pedagogy for Teachers. The instructor will guide teacher candidates in learning about the impacts of colonialism on Indigenous education and support their understanding of decolonizing pedagogies and respectful engagement with Indigenous Knowledges and communities. The course aligns with Western’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, as well as Ontario’s First Nation, Métis, and Inuit Education Policy Framework.

Prepare and deliver course content in alignment with the course objectives and learning outcomes.

Guide students in understanding the historical, legal, and cultural contexts shaping Indigenous education in Canada.

Support teacher candidates in learning to respectfully engage with Indigenous Knowledges, worldviews, and community-led educational priorities.

Create an inclusive and relationally accountable learning environment.

Provide constructive and timely feedback on student learning and reflection.

Collaborate with the Teacher Education Office and course coordinator (if applicable) to support program alignment.

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).

• Expertise in Indigenous Education, decolonizing pedagogy, or Indigenous community-based knowledge in higher education.
• Teaching experience in postsecondary education and in an Indigenous context.
• A Master’s degree, or equivalent combination of academic and community-based learning.
• Teaching experience in Indigenous Education.
• Demonstrated record of teaching or facilitation in both formal educational settings (including those within community) and other community-based learning environments.

Preferred Qualifications/Assets:

• Experience working with Elders, Knowledge Holders, or in Indigenous community partnerships.
• Knowledge of Indigenous Education policy in Ontario, including the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action and the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Policy Framework.

Persons of Indigenous ancestry (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) are strongly encouraged to apply.

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.