Date Posted: Wednesday May 22, 2024
The Schulich School of Education in the Faculty of Education and Professional Studies at Nipissing University invites applications for 2 (two) Limited-term (10 months) Appointment (LTA) positions with a specialization in Curriculum Design, Assessment and Evaluation, or Science Education. These positions are in North Bay, Ontario.
This includes expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- curriculum design (e.g., lesson/unit/long-range planning);
- assessment, evaluation, and communication (reporting) of student learning at the elementary and secondary school levels;
- teacher as researcher (e.g., Action Research)
- environmental and sustainability education
- STEM education (science/technology focus)
- secondary science education subjects (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics)
- elementary science education.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated knowledge of educational theory (e.g., social-emotional learning, inclusive pedagogy, Differentiated Instruction, Universal Design for Learning), as reflected throughout the current K-12 Ontario Curriculum documents.
Candidate qualifications include:
- Completion or near completion (i.e., ABD) of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Education or a closely related field.
- Certification as a registered teacher with their respective licensing authority (e.g., Ontario College of Teachers) is an asset.
- A demonstrated exemplary record of teaching at the elementary and/or secondary level(s) is required.
- Promise of research is expected and research experience is considered an asset.
The successful candidate will have a workload that will include some of the following courses:
Position 1 – 10 Month, LTA (Curriculum/Assessment)
- Introduction to Curriculum Design and Teaching (EDUC 4736)
- Assessment, Evaluation and Communication of Student Learning (EDUC 4746)
- Curriculum Design and Inquiry (EDUC 4756)
Position 2 – 10 Month, LTA (Science Education)
- Science and Technology for the Primary and Junior Divisions (EDUC 4767)
- Science General, Intermediate (EDUC 4808)
- Science and Technology for the Junior and Intermediate Divisions (EDUC 4847)
The successful candidate will also be actively engaged in research, scholarly and/or creative activity and will contribute to university service.
The Schulich School of Education is one of six prestigious Schulich Schools that have been established in Canadian universities through the generous benefaction of Dr. Seymour Schulich. Teacher education in the North Bay area has enjoyed a rich history stretching back 115 years, beginning as the North Bay Normal School (1909), then becoming the North Bay Teachers’ College (1953), a Faculty of Education within Nipissing University (1973), and finally the Schulich School of Education (2010). With approximately 950 teacher candidates enrolled in the 2-year Bachelor of Education Consecutive program, the Schulich School of Education also encompasses a Concurrent Education program, an Indigenous Teacher Education Program, a Teaching Indigenous Language as a Second Language program, and two graduate programs (Master of Education, Ph.D. in Educational Sustainability). For more detailed information about the Schulich School of Education, please visit our website.
Nipissing University is in the City of North Bay, Ontario (population 55,000), in the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850 territory and the Nipissing First Nation Traditional Territory and the traditional territory of the Anishinabek. Situated between Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake, and surrounded by pristine Canadian Shield forest, our campus is a comfortable three-and-a-half-hour drive from either Toronto or Ottawa. North Bay is a growing city with a vibrant arts community, ample amenities, and countless opportunities for outdoor activities. Learn more about North Bay, Ontario by visiting the City of North Bay YouTube channel.
Nipissing University is known for its excellence in teacher education, arts, science, and a range of professional programs. The School of Graduate Studies includes programs in history, sociology, education, environmental science/studies, kinesiology, and mathematics. In “Pathways: Our Commitments to Water, Land, and People”, Nipissing University has committed to fulfilling our responsibility to truth and reconciliation; nurturing our relationship with water, land, and place; embodying harmony and care; inspiring growth and development; building sustainable futures; and, celebrating who we are. Nipissing’s renowned focus on student success and experience has translated into top rankings nationally in student support, student experience, faculty, and residences as a primarily undergraduate institution. An academic environment that provides close student-faculty interaction, innovative approaches to learning, and a strong research culture is an enduring strength of Nipissing.
Access and equity continue to be longstanding priorities, providing interventions and support for students who might not otherwise participate in postsecondary education. Nipissing welcomes a number of first-generation students, as well as students with disabilities with focused supports.
Nipissing’s faculty and staff are committed to decolonization and reconciliation and provide a supportive environment for Indigenous students enrolled at the University. Our campus is in a region home to 7,000 First Nations, Métis, and Inuit residents, many of whom choose to study at Nipissing University. As a public university located on the traditional territory of Nipissing First Nation and on the lands within the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850, Nipissing University is bound to advance knowledge and be a good guest on this land.
The annual salary will correspond with qualifications and experience and will follow the Nipissing University Faculty Association (NUFA) Collective Agreement. The appointments will be effective August 1, 2024.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three referees by 4:00pm on Sunday June 23, 2024. Review of applications will commence Monday June 24, 2024, and will continue to be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. These materials should be sent in one PDF document to careers@nipissingu.ca.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover 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 access@nipissingu.ca.
The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.