Sessional - Faculty (FNLG 1110 - Tsilhqot'in) - (02050.10875)

Thompson Rivers University; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Rivers University invites applications for a sessional faculty position to teach FNLG 1110 - Tsilhqot’in. The role requires advanced fluency in the Tsilhqot’in language and a Master's Degree. This position emphasizes the inclusion of Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods within a supportive academic community.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Tsilhqot’in language teacher.
• Previous post-secondary teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures for FNLG 1110 - First Nations Language Immersion 2.
• Engage students in traditional ways of knowing and languages.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Advanced fluency in Tsilhqot’in

Education

Master’s Degree or equivalent qualifications

Job description

Sessional - Faculty (FNLG 1110 - Tsilhqot'in) - (02050.10875)

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Application Restrictions

Open to both Internal and external

Job Type

Faculty (Sessional)

Posting In effect from

18/3/2025

Closing Application Date

1/4/2025

Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.

Instructional Type

Academic/Career(max 24 credits)

Anticipated Start Date

5/5/2025

Position End Date (If Applicable)

20/6/2025

DUTIES

TRU’s Williams Lake campus is located approximately three hours northwest of Kamloops, in the heart of the scenic Cariboo region, on T’exelcemc territory within the unceded traditional lands of the Secwepemc Nation.

Our small, friendly and close-knit campus community is located within the city of Williams Lake, named in honor of Secwepemc Chief William. Here, you’ll enjoy a quiet and affordable lifestyle, with all the amenities of a larger center, and with four seasons of spectacular outdoor adventures in your own beautiful backyard. A region rich in history and a plentiful selection of outdoor activities in untouched wilderness, from fishing one of the 4,500 lakes, hiking to mountain tops, to snowmobiling through fresh powder.

The Department of Literatures,Languages and Performing Artsat Thompson Rivers University, Williams Lake Campus, is inviting applications for a sessional lecturer position in FNLG 1110 - First Nations Language Immersion 2

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QUALIFICATIONS

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action to recognize the importance of Elders to our campus and our students learning of traditional ways of knowing and languages. In this spirit, TRU acknowledges Elders and traditional knowledge keepers as valued educators.
- Experience as a Tsilhqot’in language teacher
- Advanced fluency in comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing Tsilhqot’in
- Master’s Degree or equivalent qualifications and experience
- Previous post-secondary teaching experience preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication skills

Pay Band

$2,575.50 - $2,575.50 ( Sessional Faculty - Academic (per credit) )

Location

Williams Lake, BC CA (Primary)

# of Hires Needed

1

Organizational Unit

Thompson Rivers University -> Williams Lake Campus -> Williams Lake School of Arts

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit ourCareers website . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.