Practical Course Instructor - School of Physical and Health Education (On-Campus) 26WI

Nipissing University; North Bay; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned Canadian university is seeking qualified course instructors for the Winter 2026 semester. The role requires a university degree in physical education or a related field, teaching experience, and competencies in course management. Responsibilities include instruction and evaluation for the course on Indigenous Games, with a total of 16 hours of teaching over four weeks. Applications are encouraged from diverse candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum education requirement is a university degree or college diploma.
• Qualifications and teaching experience specific to the course are required.
• Encouragement for applications from Indigenous peoples.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the assigned course.
• Available to meet with students outside of official classroom time.
• Complete mandatory training and follow university policies.

Skills

Course planning and delivery

Teaching space management

Student evaluation

Education

University degree or college diploma in physical education/kinesiology

Post-graduate degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Nipissing University’s School of Physical and Health Education is seeking qualified course instructors for the 2026 Winter semester.

Date Posted: Thursday June 19, 2025

Closing Date: Tuesday July 1, 2025 (Open Until Filled)

Faculty: Faculty of Education & Professional Studies

School: School of Physical & Health Education

Qualifications

• The minimum education requirement is a university degree or college diploma in physical education/kinesiology or a related discipline, with preference given to a post-graduate degree.
• Qualifications and teaching experience specific to the course are required, preferably at the post-secondary level.
• Competence in course planning and delivery, teaching space management, and student evaluation should be provided.
• We 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

Course Available

Winter 2026

A total of 16 hours of instruction over a period of four (4) weeks.

January 5, 2026, to January 30, 2026
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am-11:00am

February 2, 2026 to March 6, 2026
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am-11:00am

March 9, 2026 to April 8, 2026
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am-11:00am

• PHED-1243 – Indigenous Games

How To Apply

To be considered for a part-time teaching position, please completed the application form and submit the following documents by email as a single PDF to [e-mail].

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Proof of highest level of education
• Proof of other qualifications (if applicable)
• Professional letter of reference
• Work permit (if applicable)

Upon application closing date, all submitted applications will be reviewed. Applications submitted after the closing date will be reviewed as received and until all positions are filled.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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].