First Nations Studies Professor (Prince Rupert) - Part-time

Coast Mountain College; Prince Rupert; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Coast Mountain College (CMTN) invites applications for a part-time First Nations Studies Professor at the Prince Rupert campus for the winter 2026/2027 semester (subject to minimum enrolment). Salary is CUPE Instructor Scale per section: $5,775.84 - $9,255.50.

The role focuses on FNST 200: Aboriginal Community Research, with duties including course prep, teaching, and student guidance. Weekend/evening hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees required in the subject or related discipline.
• Post-secondary teaching experience is required.
• Commitment to evidence-based teaching and inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to academic success through course prep and teaching.
• Provide feedback, correction, and guidance to students.
• Instruct FNST 200: Aboriginal Community Research (45 hours).
• Possibly weekend or evening hours as needed.

Skills

Intercultural competence

Communication skills

Facilitation skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

First Nations Studies Professor (Prince Rupert) - Part-time

Job description and duties

Coast Mountain College (CMTN), Prince Rupert campus, invites applications for a part-time College Professor for the winter 2026/2027 semester as outlined below (subject to minimum enrolment). Salary will be in accordance with the CUPE Instructor Scale: (range: $5,775.84 - $9,255.50 per section).

At Coast Mountain College (CMTN), we are dedicated to nurturing a vibrant and welcoming community where inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and interculturalism are fundamental values and form the cornerstone for our guiding principles.

We acknowledge the historic and ongoing barriers that impact students, employees, and community members, and we are determined to identify and address these obstacles through meaningful dialogue, informed policy, and sustained action. Our institution is committed to creating an environment across all CMTN campuses where students and employees feel safe, valued, and supported.

Duties: The College Professors are responsible for contributing to the academic success of students. This includes course preparation, teaching and guiding students, providing feedback, correction, encouragement, and direction in the following courses:

Winter Semester (December 28, 2026 – May 14, 2027)

• FNST 200: Aboriginal Community Research – 45 hours

Weekend and evening hours may be required.

Qualifications

A minimum of both a master’s degree and a bachelor’s degree in the subject field or a related discipline along with teaching experience at the post-secondary level. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate experience with experiential teaching formats.

Required attributes/experience includes:

• Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based teaching with the ability to inspire and motivate learners
• Knowledge and enthusiasm for contemporary practices to promote and respect equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching, learning and professional contexts
• Demonstrated excellence with intercultural competence, particularly in regards to local Indigenous communities
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills