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Form of workVancouver Island University invites applications for the role of Professor, Principles of Teachingand Learning and Indigenous Educationin our Faculty of Education. Education plays a key role in Truth and Reconciliation. The Faculty of Education at VIU is committed to its responsibility in responding to the calls to action of the TRC and to preparing its pre-service teachers to meet the Standards for Professional Educators in BC.
The Faculty has the following opening for a regular full-time faculty member. The successful candidate will participate in the Faculty's ongoing efforts to enhance the Teaching and Learning environment in incorporating Indigenous perspectives and worldviews.
In this role, you will be a part of our team which strives to provide an inclusive educational environment that supports and encourages preservice teachers to be professionals focused on equity and education for all. The position includes the teaching of Principles of Teaching and Learning (Elementary Focus) in the Bachelor of Education Program, and three additional courses which could include:
- EDTE 520 Curriculum and Instruction: Language Arts (3 credits)
- EDTE 330 Issues in Aboriginal Education (3 credits)
Depending on the expertise of the candidate, other/additional courses may be available. As the Professor, Principles of Teaching and Learning, you will be expected to become highly engaged in educational leadership activities within the Faculty of Education which may include collaboration on curriculum design, the development and implementation of innovative teaching practices and other Teaching and Learning initiatives, particularly in the area of Indigenous pedagogies.
If you would like to know more about this role, please feel free to reach out to Dr. Rachel Moll (Rachel.Mill@viu.ca), Acting Dean of Education, or Dr. Sean Toal (Sean.Toal@viu.ca), Undergraduate Program Chair.
Our Faculty Vision Statement articulates our commitment to cultural diversity. We strive to create a learning environment where all learning community members feel that their differences are valued and respected, have equitable access to opportunities, and are supported to achieve their full potential. Guided by Elders-in-Residence, the First Peoples Principles ofLearning and the BC Curriculum we strive to incorporate Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing into foundational and methodological course work. Our pre-service teachers participate in schools located on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples and we are working to develop strong relationships with the communities we serve.
Required Qualifications:
- A doctorate degree in a related field (i.e., Teacher Education, Indigenous Education, Curriculum and Pedagogy) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills.
- Evidence of experience and knowledge of appropriate teaching methodology in the K-12 system including Indigenous Principles of Teaching and Learning.
- Willingness and ability to function in a team setting; responsive to diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.
- Commitment to the development of students as teachers.
- Experience establishing connections with Indigenous communities.
- Eligibility for BC Teaching Certificate or equivalent.
- For this position, kindly note First Nations, Inuit, or Metis ancestry is regarded as directly relevant to the skills and knowledge for excellence in the position.
Pursuant to Section 42 of the British Columbia Human Rights Code, this opportunity will be limited to applicants of Indigenous ancestry. If you wish to qualify for consideration, you are asked to self-identify in your cover letter.
To Apply:
View the full position description and apply online by March 13. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote Learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.
The VIU community is grateful to teach, learn, research, live, and share knowledge on the tradition and unceded territories of the Snuneymuxw, Quw’utsun, Tla’Amin, Snaw-naw-as and Qualicum First Nations. With hands raised to the original stewards of this place, we say Hay ch qa’ sii’em sieye’ yumukw Mustimuxw.
