Online Course Instructor - Indigenous Classroom Assistant Diploma Program (Online, Synchronous)

Nipissing University; North Bay; On-site; CAD 34,440 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

Nipissing University invites applications for the role of Online Course Instructor in the Indigenous Classroom Assistant Diploma Program. This part-time, online teaching position involves delivering approved course content and assessing student work for the listed courses.

Responsibilities include meeting with students outside class time, completing required training, and adhering to university policies. Indigenous knowledge is valued, and applicants may self-identify in a covering letter to

Qualifications

• Teaching philosophy and evidence of strong teaching evaluations.
• Certification as a registered teacher with appropriate licensing authority.
• Indigenous knowledge is valued and considered an asset in this role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the portion of the course to which they are assigned.
• Available to meet with students outside of official classroom time.
• Complete mandatory training requirements, review Nipissing University's policies and procedures.

Skills

Teaching experience

Indigenous knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Education

Masters in Education

PhD in Education

Job description

Date Posted: Wednesday July 22, 2026

Closing Date: Friday July 31, 2026 (Open until filled)

Position: Online Course Instructor - Indigenous Classroom Assistant Diploma Program

Location: Online, Synchronous

Faculty: Faculty of Education and Professional Studies

Financial Compensation: Please review the compensation table in the collective agreement: CASBU 2022-2025

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education, Masters, and PhD in education or a related field;
• Demonstrated successful teaching experience, as evidenced by a teaching philosophy, strong teaching evaluations, and/or other relevant achievements related to teaching;
• Certification as a registered teacher with the appropriate licensing authority (e.g. Ontario College of Teachers).
• Indigenous knowledge is valued and considered an asset in this role. We welcome applicants and strongly encourage applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter from Indigenous peoples, who can contribute diverse perspectives and insights.

Duties

• Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the portion of the course to which they are assigned
• Will be available to meet with students outside of the official classroom time
• Complete mandatory training requirements, review and follow Nipissing University's policies and procedures

Courses Available

September 15, 2026, to October 8, 2026

• EDUC 1063 - Information Technology in Classrooms

October 20, 2026, to November 12, 2026

• EDUC 1023 - Introduction to Literacy Strategies

November 17, 2026, to December 10, 2026

• EDUC 1124 - Introduction to Numeracy Strategies

January 12, 2027, to February 4, 2027

• EDUC 1043 - Child Development

February 8, 2027, to March 4, 2027

• EDUC 1034 - Introduction to Canadian Indigenous Studies

March 16, 2027, to April 8, 2027

• EDUC 2012 - Working with Indigenous Children with Special Needs

Part-time teaching position.

Nipissing University does not use artificial intelligence or automated tools in the recruitment and selection process.

Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.

Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.

Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].