Education Online Instructor

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

Job summary

A leading Canadian university in Ontario is seeking an Education Online Instructor for a summer course on Gender in Adult Learning. This part-time position involves 36 contact hours delivered asynchronously over approximately 6 weeks. The role requires a Master's degree in Adult Education and prior experience teaching adults online. Compensation is competitive, approximately $6,820.31 per half course, with responsibilities including instructional duties and evaluation of students' work. Join an inclusive community dedicated to diversity and academic excellence.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Inclusive and diverse work environment

Qualifications

• Demonstrated subject matter knowledge and expertise related to adult education literature.
• Successful experience facilitating or teaching adults in an online environment.
• Relevant professional working experience as an educator in adult education.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for instructional duties and providing feedback to learners.
• Facilitate learning experiences adhering to adult education principles.
• Assess and evaluate course assignments while providing feedback.

Skills

Subject matter knowledge in adult education

Experience teaching adults online

Skill in Microsoft Office 365

Education

Master's degree in Adult Education

PhD or EdD (preferred)

Tools

Brightspace

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.

We are one of Canada’s outstanding comprehensive universities, where excellence and innovation thrive. Brock has been recognized as a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara for seven consecutive years and ranked among Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity and Company Culture. Brock is committed to a welcoming, inclusive community and meaningful career opportunities.

Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date: February 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM. This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Part-Time Contract Positions (Employee Group).

Education Online Instructor – ADE D 2P22 D 1 (Summer 2026)

Elective ADED Course ADED 2P 22 – Gender in Adult Learning (0.5 credit). Significant themes influencing adult learners and related educational implications.

This is a half credit (0.5) course of 36 contact hours in a duration offered in unit increments over approximately 6 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).

Position Details

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 University Education programs page.

Notes on Disclosure and Privacy: The University collects information under FIPPA for administration of the University and its programs and services.

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 (via a formal report) regarding the ongoing relevance and effectiveness of course resources, assignments, and assessment tools and strategies 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 below within 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 requirements of 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.