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:

Sessional Instructor - Literature of Native North America

(INDG 270.6)

Competition Code:

2504 100S 270 Jul 7

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

Responsibilities:

SUNTEP Saskatoon requires a sessional instructor for INDG 270.6 for Fall & Winter Sessions 2025-2026. This course provides students with the opportunity to access Indigenous Literature from Indigenous Perspectives. The course surveys literature (oral traditions, biography, drama, film, music, poetry, and novels) by Indigenous Peoples of what is now North America. The stories are placed within the context of Indigenous cultural and

political continuity, linguistic and territorial diversity, and living oral traditions. The primary focus is on contemporary Indigenous literature.


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. Assess student performance and provide consistent feedback. Awareness and implementation of culturally responsive approaches are an asset.

Qualifications:

The candidate must possess a master's degree 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:

September 3, 2025 to December 5, 2025

Deadline for applications:

July 7, 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.