Course Developer

Yorkville University; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian educational institution is seeking a part-time Course Developer to create new online courses in public policy and administration. The ideal candidate will have a terminal degree and experience in the Canadian public sector. Responsibilities include course design and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. This role offers flexible working conditions and competitive compensation ranging from $4,500 to $6,000 CAD per course.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits including wellness services

Qualifications

• Terminal degree with a specialization related to the Canadian public sector.
• Professional experience within Canada’s public sector.
• Experience in course design or instruction in post-secondary settings.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Competence with educational technologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with academic leadership and subject matter experts.
• Design engaging course content integrating applied research.
• Incorporate current policy and frameworks into learning materials.
• Evaluate course effectiveness with feedback and analysis.
• Maintain communication with stakeholders throughout development.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Research Skills

Educational Technology

Education

PhD or equivalent in Public Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are looking for the visionaries, the change‑makers, the self‑starters who are seeking more from their career. Change begins with the small decisions we make, each day, to support each other and strive to create inspiring incredible educational experiences for all students, no matter where they are or how they learn. In choosing a career with Yorkville University, you will have the opportunity to push boundaries, flex your creativity and inspire positive change for so many people.

Our core values put the student experience at the center of what we do, reflecting who we are and aspire to be. If you want to shine a light on academic excellence, be empowered to make an impact on the transformation of the Canadian post‑secondary education landscape, and work collaboratively beyond levels, join us.

Who we need

Reporting to the Director of New Program Development, we are seeking Course Developers to design and develop new courses in the broader fields of public policy and administration. As our new Course Developer you will create new, academically rigorous, and professionally grounded offerings that reflect the realities, structures, and evolving policies of the Canadian public sector. You will combine academic depth with applied expertise to create high‑quality, research‑informed, and industry‑relevant learning experiences.

This is a remote (within Canada) part‑time contract role.

What’s in it for you

Impact and innovation. This is an opportunity to contribute to a new, forward‑looking academic initiative that connects research, policy, and practice in the Canadian context. You will help lay the foundation for an online and asynchronous program that broadens access to education while maintaining academic excellence. You will play a key role in shaping the next generation of leaders in Canadian public administration.

Collaboration and future opportunity. You will join an innovative, multidisciplinary team committed to advancing applied scholarship and designing relevant, accessible, and meaningful learning experiences. This engagement opens the door to future teaching and academic leadership opportunities at Yorkville University as the program evolves.

As our new Course Developer, you will:

• Collaborate. You will work alongside academic leadership, subject matter experts, and the Learning Design team to create courses that reflect the complexities and professional realities of Canadian public policy, governance, economics, and administration. You will ensure that all content aligns with Yorkville University’s Student Learning Outcomes, accreditation standards, and regulatory expectations.
• Design. You will conceptualize, structure, and write engaging course content that integrates scholarship, applied research, and emerging developments in Canadian governance, policy, and public service. You will balance academic rigour with practical relevance, creating materials that prepare learners to navigate real‑world challenges.
• Integrate. You will incorporate current policy discourse, government practices, and professional standards into course materials, embedding authentic Canadian case studies, frameworks, and codes of ethics to strengthen professional alignment.
• Evaluate and refine. You will assess course effectiveness through stakeholder feedback, data analysis, and scholarly review. You will update and enhance content to ensure continued relevance to evolving government structures, policy frameworks, and academic standards.
• Engage. You will maintain active communication with faculty, project stakeholders, and institutional partners throughout the development process, ensuring cohesion, timeliness, and quality of the project.
• Advance learning excellence. You will stay informed about current pedagogical research, emerging instructional technologies, and best practices in online course delivery, enabling you to continually enhance the learning experience.

You have:

• The academic foundation. You hold a terminal degree (PhD or equivalent) with a specialization directly connected to the Canadian public sector, such as Public Administration, Public Policy and Governance, Political Science, or Economics.
• The Canadian expertise. You bring professional and research experience within Canada’s public sector, ideally including work with federal, provincial, or municipal governments in areas such as economic policy, public management, or intergovernmental relations. You have the contextual understanding necessary to reflect Canadian regulatory environments, policy processes, and administrative practices with precision and authenticity.
• The industry expertise. You have contributed research, analysis, or scholarship in Canadian public administration or related policy fields, including peer‑reviewed publications within the last five years. You understand how to translate complex policy and administrative systems into clear, engaging, and academically sound course materials.
• The teaching and research experience. You have demonstrated success in course design or instruction within post‑secondary environments and can integrate applied or academic research into curriculum development. You are skilled in designing for diverse learners across online, blended, and in‑person formats.
• The collaboration and communication skills. You are an articulate communicator with exceptional written and editorial ability. You can work effectively across academic and administrative functions, build trust with institutional stakeholders, and maintain high professional standards. You bring strong organizational, administrative, and project management skills to manage deliverables, milestones, and feedback loops.
• The technical proficiency. You are highly competent with educational technologies, online learning management systems, and digital authoring tools, supported by proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional details:

This is a remote, part‑time, contract‑based role, based in Canada. Course development typically spans four to six months, beginning early in the new year. These are independent courses within a broader field of study, offering opportunities for continued engagement in subsequent development or teaching roles.

Why work at Yorkville University?

• An atmosphere that successfully blends an entrepreneurial culture with education. We value innovation and continuously look towards expanding our programming, working with the latest research, tools and solutions. As a private school with government approval of our offerings, we have the opportunity to do more, stay current and be future‑forward.
• The chance to accelerate your career and disrupt education by responding to the needs you see and purposefully challenging the status quo. Everything we do here is about delighting and engaging our employees – and ultimately our students – from mentorship to teaching, from creative outlets to analytical ones.
• A place where all individuals feel welcomed in the academic and workplace environments and can bring their authentic selves to the educational and work spheres. We celebrate the full range of human diversity and we acknowledge that equal access to opportunities and services may require the removal of barriers that equity‑seeking communities experience in trying to obtain this access.
• The opportunity to grow with access to free courses, certifications and programs – right up to our Masters’ offerings.
• An appreciation for the insights and skills you bring to work with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a wide breadth of wellness services and a work‑life balance.

Compensation:

$4,500–$6,000 CAD per course.

Join us

We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications we are looking for, express your interest.

What you can expect from our hiring process:

• A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor discussing your interest in the role and your professional and academic background.
• A virtual interview with the VP, Academic and Program Director.
• Reference, credential and background check.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are a critical component of life at Yorkville University and Toronto Film School and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two‑Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community and other equity‑seeking groups.

Yorkville University is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA'). If you require accommodation for disability, please notify Human Resources at 1-877-429-4029.