Faculty of Education

Term (One-Year) Instructor: Mathematics Education K-8

The Faculty of Education at the University of Winnipeg invites applications for a full-time term (one-year) open hire for an Instructor position in Mathematics Education**.**

The University of Winnipeg is located on Treaty One Territory and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis, in Wiiniibak, Manido Abi. We acknowledge these are the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Anisininew, Ininiwak/Nehethowuk, Oceti Sakowin/Dakota Oyate, and Michif (Métis) Peoples. This territory is also a place of significance for the Denesuline and the Inuit, some of whom have been living here for generations. The Faculty of Education offers a five-year integrated Bachelor of Education (BEd) program, a two-year after-degree BEd program, Access teacher education programs, a Bachelor of Arts in Developmental Studies, a Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Education (PBDE) for in-service teachers, and a graduate program in Marriage and Family Therapy.

The successful candidate will teach eight 3-credit hour courses focusing on Mathematics Education K-8 across our Bachelor of Education programs.

The successful candidate will also possess, at minimum, a master’s degree in education (or a related field). Candidates must possess (or be eligible to hold) a valid teaching certificate and have familiarity with the Manitoba mathematics curriculum K- 8. Experience in one or more of the following areas is required: K–12 classroom settings (regular or alternative), mentoring pre-service and/or in-service teachers, working with adult learners in educational or post-secondary environments, and supporting students with diverse learning needs. Curricular teaching area of expertise is mathematics, K–8. In addition to evidence of exemplary teaching and effectiveness, the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate collegiality and contribute meaningfully to program development, faculty initiatives, university governance, reconciliation efforts, and community engagement.

A strong foundation in mathematics pedagogy is essential, including knowledge of direct and indirect instructional methods, problem-based learning, inquiry-based learning, assessment practices, physical and visual models, and current research on pedagogical innovation in mathematics education. The ideal candidate will have experience in some of the following areas: backward design for learning; decolonial perspectives; global competencies; curriculum theory and curricular reform; familiarity working with diverse learners including students with math-specific disabilities; mathematics identity work; and culturally responsive, proactive, and preventative approaches to supporting students and their families.

Subject to budgetary approval, the appointment will take effect on July 1, 2026, or as soon as possible afterwards. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applicants are requested to submit a complete application that will include (all documents in PDF):

• a cover letter
• a curriculum vitae
• a teaching dossier which may include some or all of the following: a teaching statement and philosophy, examples of teaching effectiveness, achievements and demonstration of teaching excellence (such as student evaluations or examples of innovative pedagogical practices), a summary of evaluation methods and an example of evaluation rubrics and a syllabus of a relevant previously taught course.
• name and contact details of three references

Applicants must submit all the above materials through The University of Winnipeg’s online recruitment system. Please click on the "Apply" link below to submit your application.

Enquiries about the position may be addressed to Dr. Laurie-Ann Hellsten, Dean of the Faculty of Education, l.hellsten@uwinnipeg.ca.

To learn more about the University of Winnipeg, please visit http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/

The closing date for applications is June 14, 2026

The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. In accordance with the University of Winnipeg Employment Equity and Diversity Policy and section 11 of The Human Rights Code, preference will be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify at the time of application. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.?

The University of Winnipeg is committed to ensuring employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca.

The personal information of applicants is collected under the authority of the University of Winnipeg Act and 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All personal information collected via the recruitment process is used to assess the applicant’s suitability, eligibility, and qualifications for employment, and to otherwise support recruitment activities. This information will be provided to participating members of the recruitment process. Questions regarding the collection of your personal information may be directed to the Director, HR Services, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9 or human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca