Job Description

Sessional Lecturer, ENG 365.6 (ITEP class)The Indian Teacher Education Program (ITEP) and the Department of English in the College of Arts and Science invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer to teach the following course during the following session(s):2024-2025 Spring
Course Number, Section, and Name: ENG 365.6, section 27, ITEP Class, Creative Writing Workshop
Term and Course Dates: Spring Session, (May 5- June 20)
CRN: 41209
Delivery Mode: This course will be offered as a Lecture in person, on campus
Course Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10:00am to 12:50pm
Expected Enrollment Limit: 30
Location: Main Campus, Saskatoon
Qualifications: Minimum of an M.A. degree in English with teaching experience; a Ph.D. degree is preferredThis course section is part of the Indian Teacher Education Program (ITEP) which is a four-year education program designed for First Nations students interested in obtaining a Bachelor of Education degree. The main purpose and goal of ITEP is to prepare First Nations teachers who will be able to respond to the challenges associated with the ever-changing educational needs and objectives of students in our school systems.The additional qualifications required for this ITEP section include the following:

• Knowledge and understanding of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit culture as well as the socio-economic and pedagogical factors associated with teaching this body of students.
• Familiarity with Indigenous perspectives and research methodologies as they connect to their disciplines, and to the development of skills for student success in those disciplines.
• Familiarity with Indigenous pedagogies and student and community priorities
• Experience teaching using methods that promote collaborative and peer-to-peer learning in small student cohorts.
• Experience teaching to mature student cohorts and students with nonstandard K-12 preparation in relevant disciplines.
• Knowledge of factors affecting educational legacies in Saskatchewan's Indigenous communities.
• Intercultural competence and commitment to pedagogic praxis (reflection & reflexive adaptation of teaching).

This position may be filled as per Article 16.08 of the CUPE 3287 Collective Bargaining Agreement.A valid driver's license is required for any off-campus courses. Appointment periods include additional days in recognition of preparation and marking time required. Courses may be cancelled due to low enrolment.Application Process:
Complete the , specify the position(s) for which you are applying, and send the application along with your curriculum vitae (if applicable) to english.department@usask.caIf you are currently employed by the University of Saskatchewan in a full-time non-teaching position, discuss your application with your people leader to ensure the appointment is suitable relative to your current position.Department: English
Status: Term
Employment Group: CUPE 3287
Academic Calendar:
Stipend:
Posted Date: 2/12/2025
Closing Date: 2/18/2025
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus#LI-DNIThe University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan's main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Mxc3xa9tis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Mxc3xa9tis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

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