Course Instructor - Academic Writing (Fall 2026)

Date Posted: August 13, 2026 Closing Date: August 19, 2026, at 4:00PM (open until filled) Position: Course Instructor Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science Financial Compensation: Please review the compensation table in the collective agreement: CASBU 2025-2028 Final.pdf Nipissing University invites applications for an existing vacancy, part-time course instructor to teach a course in the Fall for an Academic Writing course. Fall Term: September 8, 2026 - December 30, 2026 Hours: Total of 36 instructional hours over 12 weeks ACAD-1601-FA812 – Academic Writing, Online Asynchronous Please find the link to the academic calendar: Course Listings, Academic Writing Qualifications A Master of Arts in English Experience teaching composition Duties Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the portion of the course to which they are assigned Will be available to meet with students outside of the official classroom time Complete mandatory training requirements, review and follow Nipissing University's policies and procedures How To Apply To be considered for a part-time course instructor position, please complete this application form and submit the following document by email as a single PDF to the Office of the Dean of Arts and Science [email protected]. 📌 Cover letter 📌 Curriculum vitae or resume 📌 Proof of highest level of education 📌 Proof Of Other Qualifications (if Applicable) 📌 Professional letter of reference 📌 Work permit (if applicable) Upon application closing date, all submitted applications will be reviewed. Applications submitted after the closing date will be reviewed as received and until all positions are filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Nipissing University does not use artificial intelligence or automated tools in the recruitment and selection process. Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities. Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada. Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

The instructor is responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the assigned Academic Writing course. They must also be available for student meetings and adhere to university policies and training requirements.

Candidates must possess a Master of Arts in English and have experience teaching composition. Legal eligibility to work in Canada is required.

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• Academic Writing
• Composition Teaching
• Online Instruction
• Student Evaluation
• Curriculum Delivery

• Education

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 13, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

3 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level