CE_FALL 2025 - French for Indigenous Peoples I_CREE Program

CEGEP - John Abbott College; Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking qualified instructors for a unique program aimed at Eeyou-Eenou students. This role involves teaching French for Indigenous Peoples, focusing on culturally relevant pedagogy. The position offers the chance to engage with students in a meaningful way while promoting their cultural heritage and academic success. Instructors will conduct classes online, participate in cultural training, and contribute to a supportive learning environment. This is an excellent opportunity for educators passionate about Indigenous education and committed to fostering a culturally sensitive curriculum.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching French as a second language at the post-secondary level preferred.
• Knowledge of Eeyou-Eenou culture and history is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct online courses for the CREE Springboard to Nursing program.
• Attend cultural training and hold office hours throughout the semester.

Skills

Culturally relevant pedagogy

Knowledge of Eeyou-Eenou culture

Teaching French as a second language

Bilingual (French/Cree)

Online teaching experience

Education

Bachelor in Enseignement du français langue seconde

Equivalent degree in Linguistics or French Literature

Job description

Join to apply for the CE_FALL 2025 - French for Indigenous Peoples I_CREE Nursing Springboard role at CEGEP - John Abbott College.

Job Description

THE CENTRE FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION is hiring qualified instructors for the FALL 2025 semester for the program: Iyeskuwiiu - a culturally relevant college program for Eeyou-Eenou students in Eeyou Istchee, from August 18, 2025 to December 5, 2025. The courses are part of the CREE Springboard to Nursing, a two-semester program designed to prepare Eeyou-Eenou students culturally and academically for further studies.

Type of Contract: Charge de cours (à la leçon) (1-2.12)

Course: 602-1K1-AB

Title: French for Indigenous Peoples I

Hours: 45

Section: One

Education:

• Bachelor in Enseignement du français langue seconde, Linguistique, Littérature française or equivalent degree.

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to culturally relevant, sensitive, and appropriate pedagogy.
• In-depth knowledge of Eeyou-Eenou culture, history, society, and rights.
• Several years’ experience teaching French as a second language at the post-secondary level preferred.
• Preference for candidates with direct lived experience in Eeyou-Eenou communities, Cree classrooms, or Cree language skills; experience with Indigenous education is an asset.
• Bilingual (French/Cree) candidates preferred.
• English communication skills are an asset.
• Online teaching experience preferred.

The courses will be conducted online. Teachers must also attend cultural training, hold office hours, and participate in program meetings throughout the semester. An additional up to 55 hours of paid work may be required.

Note: The selection committee may consider relevant professional or industrial experience in lieu of the minimum educational requirements. Higher education may substitute experience at the discretion of the committee.

Contracts depend on student enrollment. The schedule and location will be determined by the Centre for Continuing Education.

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Part-time

Job Function

• Other

Industries

• Higher Education