Professor, Principles of Teaching and Learning and Indigenous Education (2317)

Location

Nanaimo, BC | Canada

Job description

Education plays a key role in Truth and Reconciliation. The Faculty of Education at VIU is committed to its responsibility in responding to the calls to action of the TRC and to preparing its pre-service teachers to meet the Standards for Professional Educators in BC.

Our Faculty Vision Statement articulates our commitment to cultural diversity. We strive to create a learning environment where all learning community members feel that their differences are valued and respected, have equitable access to opportunities, and are supported to achieve their full potential. Guided by Elders-in-Residence, the First Peoples Principles of Learning and the BC Curriculum we strive to incorporate Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing into foundational and methodological course work. Our pre-service teachers participate in schools located on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples and we are working to develop strong relationships with the communities we serve.

Employment Group

VIUFA

Position Number

00207

Division

Faculty of Education

Department

Education

Campus

Nanaimo campus

Location

Nanaimo, British Columbia

Country

Canada

Appointment Type

regular full-time

FTE

1.0

Pay Level

VIUFA F2: $69,069 - $110,680 per annum (prorated if part-time).

Starting Salary

Faculty are placed on the salary scale based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement

Appointment Start Date

01-Aug-2024

Posting Restrictions

Open until filled. Shortlisting will occur before the end of March.

Applicant Documents

CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Qualifications , Referees/References

Posted Date

15-Feb-2024

Closing Date

13-Mar-2024

Job Reference

2317

Duties:

The Faculty of Education has the following opening for a regular full-time faculty member. The successful candidate will participate in the Faculty's ongoing efforts to enhance the teaching and learning environment in the area of incorporating Indigenous perspectives and worldviews.

The successful candidate will be a part of our team which strives to provide an inclusive educational environment that supports and encourages preservice teachers to be professionals focused on equity and education for all. The position includes the teaching of Principles of Teaching and Learning (Elementary Focus) in the Bachelor of Education Program, and three additional courses which could include:

EDTE 520 Curriculum and Instruction: Language Arts (3 credits)
EDTE 330 Issues in Aboriginal Education (3 credits)

Depending on the expertise of the candidate, other/additional courses may be available.

The successful candidate will be expected to become highly engaged in educational leadership activities within the Faculty of Education which may include collaboration on curriculum design, the development and implementation of innovative teaching practices and other teaching and learning initiatives, particularly in the area of Indigenous pedagogies.

If you would like to know more about this role, please feel free to reach out to Dr. Rachel Moll, Acting Dean of Education, or Dr. Sean Toal, Undergraduate Program Chair.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning and student success through scholarship and institutional service. Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student support; institutional, faculty and departmental committee meetings and other initiatives; and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.

Required Qualifications:

A doctorate degree in a related field (i.e., Teacher Education, Indigenous Education, Curriculum and Pedagogy) or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills.
• Evidence of experience and knowledge of appropriate teaching methodology in the K-12 system including Indigenous principles of teaching and learning.
• Willingness and ability to function in a team setting; responsive to diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.
• Commitment to the development of students as teachers.
• Experience establishing connections with Indigenous communities.
• Eligibility for BC Teaching Certificate or equivalent.

For this position, kindly note First Nations, Inuit, or Metis ancestry is regarded as directly relevant to the skills and knowledge for excellence in the position.

Pursuant to Section 42 of the British Columbia Human Rights Code, this opportunity will be limited to applicants of Indigenous ancestry. If you wish to qualify for consideration, you are asked to self-identify in your cover letter.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Vancouver Island University Faculty of Education Teacher Education programs.
• Established connections with local Indigenous communities.
• Familiarity with current BC Ministry of Education initiatives in areas such as curriculum, assessment and reporting, implementing K-12 curriculum, and relevant experience supporting personal and professional Indigenous learning.
• Experience teaching adult learners in a post-secondary environment.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note: 

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students.  In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences.  We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter.  When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity.  Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.

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