Education Instructor ECEC 2F95 Fall/Winter D1

Brock University; St. Catharines; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Brock University is seeking a part-time instructor for its Bachelor of Early Childhood Education program, focusing on Indigenous culture. This role involves preparing and delivering online coursework and supporting students in a virtual environment. The ideal candidate will possess a graduate degree and relevant teaching experience, contributing to a commitment to social justice in education.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Inclusive workplace environment

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (Master’s, PhD or ABD) in relevant fields.
• Experience in teaching and working with children.
• Knowledge of Turtle Island Indigenous culture.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course material and assessments.
• Manage student support and consultations.
• Attend program meetings and complete required training.

Skills

Teaching experience in early childhood education

Digital pedagogy skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate degree in Early Childhood Education or Indigenous Studies

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Microsoft 365 suite

Job description

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

We are one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara. Brock has been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity compiled by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities.

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Post End Date:July 10, 2025 at 11:59 PM This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Part-Time Contract Positions (Employee Group)

Job Title: Instructor, Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours)

The Faculty of Education is deeply committed to both the process and goal of social justice, including critical inquiry, inclusive practices, and equitable participation. We prioritize approaches, leadership and curricula that make central issues of race, class, gender, sexual orientation, and disability in an effort to challenge historical and ongoing forms of oppression and marginalization in schools, communities, businesses, government agencies and society.

Course Code: ECEC/INDG 2F95

Title of Course: Indigenous Culture and Early Childhood Education

Semester & Duration: Fall/Winter D1 ASYNC SEC 1 Asynchronous Online

Target Hire Date: September 1st to April 30th, 2026

Overview: Introduction of the culture of a selected Indigenous Society to early childhood educators.

Note. This course is delivered asynchronous online.

Duties

• As per standing instructor positions at Brock, instructors are responsible for student contact time and non-contact time:
  • Contact time includes all classes as scheduled including in-person, blended, online or other teaching formats. Non-contact time may include preparation of course material, student consultation, marking or grading, holding office hours, managing and meeting with teaching assistants or marker/graders, and course administration as may be required
• Use of a provided Brock email address for all Brock-related communications
• Complete the compulsory Brock instructor online tutorial prior to the first class (about 1 hour).
• Attend Bachelor of ECE program meetings (typically two virtual meetings per term)
• Commitment to responsible time management (e.g. course structuring and management, punctuality for course material posting, student feedback)
• Thoughtful and careful preparation of student assessment; prompt and accurate marking and grading
• Available for student support (e.g., individual meetings, office hours—1.5 hours per week)

Qualifications

Graduate degree (Master’s, PhD or ABD) in Early Childhood Education or Indigenous Studies with a focus on education) or equivalent Indigenous knowledges. Teaching experience in early childhood education or Indigenous studies or related subject at the post-secondary level (face-to-face and online teaching modes) Experience working with young children (birth to 8 years) in education and care settings, or other related setting (e.g., child and family services, research, recreation/leisure). Personal background with and knowledge of Turtle Island Indigenous culture and issues (i.e., Turtle Island Indigenous history and educational policy affecting Turtle Island Indigenous students, families, and communities). Advanced digital skills (e.g., Microsoft 365 suite, academic search engines, digital platforms) Skills related to incorporation of digital pedagogy, curation of materials and resources for asynchronous learning Experience and competence in Learning Management Systems (e.g., Moodle, Brightspace/D2L). Ability to work independently without immediate direct supervision Team member, able to work well with others toward a common goal

Application Requirements

Please include a cover letter, current resume, and teaching dossier. The cover letter is to include details on your approach to online asynchronous teaching delivery, as well as a description of how you will connect with students in this type of environment. In the teaching dossier, include documentation of teaching success (e.g., teaching evaluations, assessment practices, sample assessments). Additional documents welcome, but not required (e.g., reference letters). You may submit in one pdf file or attach files individually.

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy . As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups .

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodat e the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code . Please contact [e-mail] if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure you r participation needs are met.

Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

We appreciate all applications received . C andidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca .