Education Online Instructor

Brock University; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in Ontario is seeking an Online Instructor for an Adult Education course. This role involves developing and delivering a fully online course designed to enhance students' learning experiences. Candidates must possess a relevant graduate degree and demonstrate successful online teaching experience. The compensation is approximately $6,820.31 per half course. The institution is committed to diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Diversity and inclusion focus

Qualifications

• Demonstrated subject matter knowledge related to adult education.
• Successful experience in teaching adults online within the last five years.
• Professional experience as an educator in adult education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for instructional duties with academic oversight.
• Facilitate engaging learning experiences for enrolled learners.
• Assess and evaluate assignments while providing feedback.

Skills

Subject matter expertise

Online teaching experience

Knowledge of LMS environments

Microsoft Office 365 proficiency

Education

MEd in Adult Education

PhD or EdD preferred

Job description

Overview

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. Brock is one of Canada’s outstanding comprehensive universities, recognized as a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara for seven consecutive years and ranked among Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity and Culture. This advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Part-Time Contract Positions (Employee Group). Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date: February 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Education Online Instructor – ADED 1P31 D 1 (Spring 2026).

Position Education Online Instructor – ADED 1P31 D 1 (Spring 2026) (Elective ADED Course ADE D 1P31 – Learning for Success, 0.5 credit). Self-management, goal setting, study skill and academic integrity, designed to develop the capacity for critical self-reflection about learning.

This is a half credit (0.5) course of 36 contact hours in a duration offered in 12-unit increments over approximately 12 weeks, asynchronously (though within defined weekly windows of time), fully online. There are no on-campus meeting requirements for this position.

Compensation: Approximately $6,820.31 per half course (195 hours) or $13,640.62 per full course (390 hours).

About this process:

* We appreciate all applications we receive from candidates, though we will only contact candidates selected for an interview.

* Brock University is an equal opportunity employer.

* Individual contracts of employment granted from term to term do not guarantee subsequent contracts.

* The Adult Education unit within the Faculty of Education schedules courses according to enrolment and reserves the right to cancel course sections in any given term.

* You may be required to provide a criminal background record check.

* All non-BUFA instructors are permitted to teach a maximum of 2 credit courses in any academic year as defined in the BUFA Collective Agreement.

* Brock University protects your privacy and your personal information. The personal information requested on this form is collected under the authority of The Brock University Act, 1964, and in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) for the administration of the University and its programs and services. Direct any questions about this collection to the Administrative Assistant of Adult Education programs at Brock University or see the Brock Education programs site.

Duties of the Adult Education Online Instructor (Stipend Contract, non-union)

• Under the supervision of the Adult Education Director and Program Committee, the role is responsible for instructional duties, including a high level of academic direction, insight, and feedback to learners enrolled in the course as well as instructional preparation and support duties that include student consultation, preparation, grading, virtual office hours and other course administration.
• Facilitate the learning experience in an exemplary manner that adheres to current adult education principles and practices, demonstrate a high level of instructor presence, stimulate discussion, and foster learner engagement to support the development of an academic learning community. Develop engaging instructional resources (video, screencast, or podcast) that provide insight and feedback to learners on a weekly basis.
• Assess and evaluate course assignments while providing meaningful and timely feedback to learners according to program policies and standards.
• Use Brightspace as the primary instructional tool for online courses.
• Utilize the course curriculum as authorized by the Adult Education Director and Program Committee, while also providing appropriate academic oversight and input regarding the ongoing relevance and effectiveness of course resources, assignments, and assessment tools on an annual basis.
• Liaise with the Adult Education Director and Program Committee, instructors, online facilitators and staff as required.
• Work under the requirements outlined in the Adult Education Program Handbook, Brock University Undergraduate Calendar, and Faculty Handbook with academic oversight from the Adult Education Director and Program Committee.
• Adhere to the requirements of mandatory training including AODA, Health and Safety Awareness Training, FIPPA, Academic Integrity and other professional development events as recommended by the Adult Education unit, the Faculty of Education and Brock University.

Qualifications

• You must have demonstrated subject matter knowledge and expertise related to the relevant adult education literature and the specific course content listed in your resume and cover letter.
• Demonstrated successful experience facilitating or teaching adults in an online or hybrid delivery mode, working in an LMS environment, within the last five years preferred.
• Relevant professional working experience as an educator in the field of adult education, within the last five years preferred.
• A relevant graduate degree from a recognized university required (MEd in Adult Education or equivalent); PhD or EdD preferred with an active research agenda.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office 365 or similar technology resources to support the teaching and learning process.

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

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

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

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