Job Description

The

Saskatchewan Urban Native Teacher Education Program (SUNTEP)

- Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research invites applications for the following position:


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Sessional Instructor - History Matters Topics in Canadian History

(HIST 193.3)

Competition Code:

2504 100S 193.3 Nov 17

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

Responsibilities:

SUNTEP Saskatoon requires a sessional instructor for HIST 193.3 for the 2026 Winter Term. Courses offered under this heading examine focused topics in Canadian History. These courses explore historical issues, events, or trends of importance in Canadian history. This course studies the history of North America - Turtle Island - from time immemorial to the establishment of European settler societies in the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries. The course explores various sources for studying ancient history: archaeological,

artistic, and experiential evidence as well as documents, landscapes, and oral histories. This course's Indigenous-centered perspectives challenge conventional histories of colonialism, focusing on human migrations, economic expansions, and cultural developments. This class will be delivered in-person and on campus in Saskatoon.


The assignment would involve planning, preparation and delivery of appropriate course instruction to students. Manage classroom activities to ensure an optimum learning environment for students. Evaluate student performance and provide consistent feedback. Awareness and implementation of culturally responsive approaches is an asset

Qualifications:

Candidate must possess a Master's of Education preferably Master's of History and /or equivalent combination of training and experience in the content area and be approved by the University of Saskatchewan. Strong interpersonal and communication

skills, flexibility and the ability to work with Indigenous student populations are an asset.

Remuneration:

U of S Sessional Lecturer wage grid

Location:

U of S Campus Saskatoon, SK

Term:

January 6, 2026 to April 30, 2026

Deadline for applications:

November 17, 2025

Please quote comp code when submitting resume and cover letter to:

Robbie Walliser

917 22nd Street West

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7M 0R9

Telephone: (306) 657-2264

Email: jobs@gdins.org

The Gabriel Dumont Institute has the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission permission to hire affirmatively.

Please indicate in your cover letter if you are Metis.

Only those short listed will be contacted.