Sessional Instructor, Planning, Geography & Environmental Studies

University of the Fraser Valley; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 4,500 - 7,500; Part time

Job summary

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) seeks sessional instructors for the Winter 2027 semester to teach GEOG 318: Water Resources Management and PLAN 410: Indigenizing Planning. Courses are part of a broader program including BA Geography, Community & Regional Planning, Environmental Studies and Applied GIS.

Applicants should hold a Master of Arts in geography, environmental studies, planning or a closely related field, demonstrate teaching excellence or potential, and be prepared to mentor

Qualifications

• Master of Arts degree in geography, environmental studies, planning or closely related field.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in the subject area and teaching excellence.
• Previous post-secondary teaching experience preferred.
• Mentor students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach GEOG 318: Water Resources Management.
• Teach PLAN 410: Indigenizing Planning: Indigenous Land Use and Community Planning.
• Engage and mentor a diverse student cohort.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Mentoring students

Diversity awareness

Education

Master of Arts in geography/environmental studies/planning

Job description

Job Summary

The Department of Planning, Geography and Environmental Studies (PGES) creates collaborative opportunities for students and community organizations to explore the geography of natural and human environments and plan a resilient future. PGES offers Majors in BA Geography, Community & Regional Planning, Environmental Studies and an Associate Certificate in Applied GIS.

Job Summary

The Department of Planning, Geography and Environmental Studies (PGES) creates collaborative opportunities for students and community organizations to explore the geography of natural and human environments and plan a resilient future. PGES offers Majors in BA Geography, Community & Regional Planning, Environmental Studies and an Associate Certificate in Applied GIS.

The Department requires sessional faculty for the Winter 2027 semester and beyond to teach the following two courses:

GEOG 318: Water Resources Management

Required

This course examines the issues surrounding water as a global resource and the scientific principles involved in water resources management. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of the role that water as a resource has within our societies, including our perception of water as a resource, contamination of water, treatment of water, and possible impacts on water supply resulting from climate change. Field trips outside of class time may be required. Please refer to department website for field trip scheduling information. Detailed course outline for the aforementioned course is available at: https://www.ufv.ca/calendar/CourseOutlines/PDFs/GEOG/

PLAN 410: Indigenizing Planning: Indigenous Land Use and Community Planning

Examine ways colonization and colonialism in urban and community planning influenced Indigenous peoples’ connection to the environment, socioeconomics, culture, and cultural practices. Through the lens of reconciliation, cultural humility, and cultural awareness, students consider the strength and resilience of the Indigenous nations in continuing to address environmental, socio- economic, and political issues through the context of land use, environmental stewardship, and cultural identify. Detailed course outline for the aforementioned course is available at: https://www.ufv.ca/calendar/CourseOutlines/PDFs/PLAN/

Qualifications

Applicants must possess at minimum a Master of Arts degree in geography, environmental studies, planning or a closely related field. Applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the subject area and teaching excellence (or the potential for teaching excellence). Preferred criteria include previous post-secondary teaching experience. We are seeking a collegial, energetic, and innovative individual to effectively mentor students from a diverse range of backgrounds and abilities.

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW - which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.

• Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits.

UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia, and in Chandigarh, India. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to [e-mail]. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.