Term adjuncts with and without benefits are instructors with a limited-term faculty appointment of one term to three years in duration and with a limited range of academic responsibilities (e.g., instruction/evaluation, coordination/administration).
For questions about the term adjunct postings, please contact: employment.education@queensu.ca.
Application packages, with all required documentation, should be sent to the email address identified in the application section of each job posting.
Indigenous Teacher Education Program (ITEP Community-Based)
PRAC 425/435 Practicum
The practicum is an integral part of the teacher education program, involving practical experiences in observing and teaching in schools. The duration of practice teaching in schools meets the minimum requirements set by the Ontario College of Teachers. The person acts as "Faculty Liaison" (or Practicum supervisor) for their teacher candidates and is expected to comply with all Faculty and University policies related to Practicum supervision in a timely manner. Travel as per Queen’s University policy.
Must have a valid driver’s license, and ability to drive in Ontario.
Renumeration as per Appendix U in the QUFA Collective Agreement.
ITEP Locations:
1. Pikangikum.
2. Lambton-Kent.
3. Mushkegowuk Territory.
Schedule: Fall/Winter September 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025
Approx. Enrolment: 5-20
CURR 355 Language and Literacy – 0.50 credit course
Teacher candidates will be introduced to instructional practice in the language arts. The course will examine instructional principles for the teaching of the following components of literacy: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and reading comprehension, the writing process, the use of informational and narrative texts from JK to grade 8. Teacher candidates will be introduced to the Ontario literacy documents and Language curriculum.
ITEP Location:
1. On-site Pikangikum.
Weekend Schedule: September 13-15, October 18-20, November 15-17, and December 13-15
Approx. Enrolment: 15-50
PROF 502 Introduction to Indigenous Studies for Teachers – 0.167 credit course
This course will examine the history, culture, and diversity of Indigenous Canadians. It will also introduce teacher candidates to the concept of culture-based education, and will aid them in finding ways to integrate Indigenous perspectives into their classrooms. Finally, it will discuss the realities of life in Northern Canada.
ITEP Locations:
1. On-site Pikangikum.
2. On-site Manitoulin North Shore.
Weekend Schedule: September 13-15, October 18-20, November 15-17, and December 13-15
Approx. Enrolment: 15-50
PROF 415 Professional Knowledge and Professional Practice, part 1 – 0.125 credit course
Developing professional knowledge and skills by connecting on-campus learning with practicum experiences. The relationship between understanding how learning and teaching impact associated classroom practices will be emphasized. The overall aim is to improve practice while anchoring it within the context of professional learning.
ITEP Locations:
1. On-site Pikangikum.
2. Hybrid. Combined Lambton-Kent, Mushkegowuk Territory and Tyendinaga section. Travel will be required to Lambton-Kent and Tyendinaga.
Weekend Schedule: September 13-15, October 18-20, November 15-17, December 13-15, January 10-12, February 7-9, March 28-30, and April 11-13.
Approx. Enrolment: 15-20
PROF 416 Professional Knowledge and Professional Practice, part 2 – 0.125 credit course
Developing professional knowledge and skills by connecting on-campus learning with practicum experiences. The relationship between understanding how learning and teaching impact associated classroom practices will be emphasized. The overall aim is to improve practice while anchoring it within the context of professional learning.
ITEP Locations:
1. Hybrid. Combined Lambton-Kent, Mushkegowuk Territory and Tyendinaga section. Travel will be required to Lambton-Kent and Tyendinaga.
Weekend Schedule: September 13-15, October 18-20, November 15-17, December 13-15, January 10-12, February 7-9, March 28-30, and April 11-13.
Approx. Enrolment: 35-50
CURR 383 Elementary Mathematics – 0.50 credit course
Designed to help beginning teachers to (i) examine how children learn mathematics; (ii) develop a positive attitude toward and an interest in mathematics; (iii) teach mathematics with problem solving as the primary focus; (iv) understand the elements of planning and assessing a comprehensive mathematics curriculum; and (v) establish a classroom environment that supports children's learning of mathematics. Models experiences that help teacher candidates to construct personal knowledge of mathematical techniques, skills and processes through meaningful opportunities to learn (including the application of information technology).
ITEP Location:
1. On-site Pikangikum.
Weekend Schedule: January 10-12, February 7-9, March 28-30, and April 11-13.
Approx. Enrolment: 15-50
FOCI 201 Indigenous Teacher Education – 0.50 credit course
Prepares Indigenous Teacher Education candidates to include Indigenous curriculum as part of their classroom teaching. Explores Indigenous community based curriculum development; a review of current Indigenous curriculum packages and other resources; curriculum planning and evaluation. An experiential learning approach with aspects of the course applied during the candidates' practice teaching rounds. Practicum experiences are explored during class sessions with such reflections providing the basis for further learning in the areas of curriculum planning and evaluation.
ITEP Locations:
1. On-site Pikangikum.
2. On-site Manitoulin North Shore.
3. Hybrid. Combined Lambton-Kent, Mushkegowuk Territory and Tyendinaga section. Travel will be required to Lambton-Kent and Tyendinaga.
Weekend Schedule: January 10-12, February 7-9, March 28-30, and April 11-13.
Approx. Enrolment: 15-50
ITEP Qualifications
Successful teaching experience. Thorough knowledge of Ontario schools, curricula, and policies, including expertise regarding both adaptation of instruction for exceptional learners, and equity and inclusion. Demonstrated interpersonal skills and teaching ability. Ability to collaborate and work with faculty members, staff, and teacher candidates of diverse backgrounds. Related graduate degree preferred, or equivalent (extensive experience of relevance to the position) may be considered. If applicable, proof that you are a member in good standing with the provincial teacher certification organization (e.g., OCT). Knowledge of Indigenous traditions, culture, and language, along with work experience in Indigenous education settings, particularly First Nation schools, preferred. Indigenous ancestry preferred.
Experience in using onQ/D2L or other online classroom platforms/learning management systems (Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas). Ability to use the learning management system (onQ/D2L) tools to interact with students. For example, the ability to participate in classroom discussion boards, grade students’ discussion contributions, grade assignments. Working knowledge of current online technologies and social media.
Technological Education Multi-Session (TEMS) Program
PROF 505 Meeting the Needs of Learners – 0.25 credit course
This course brings together concepts, ideas and understandings introduced in practicum and on-campus learning, as well as thinking and practices initiated through such Ministry of Education documents as Learning for All; the School Effectiveness Framework; Growing Success; the First Nation, Metis and Inuit Education Policy Framework, and others. Candidates will deepen their understanding of Universal Design for Learning and Differentiated Instruction, as well as other practices, and improve their ability to plan and implement these kinds of approaches in order to respond to all their students and tailor their instruction appropriately.
TEMS Location:
1. On-site Greater Toronto Area.
Weekend Schedule: January 11-12, February 8-9, March 29-30, and April 12-13.
Approx. Enrolment: 35-40
TEMS Qualifications
Successful primary or intermediate-senior teaching experience preferred. Thorough knowledge of Ontario schools, curricula, and policies. Demonstrated inter-personal skills and teaching ability. Ability to collaborate and work with faculty members, staff, and teacher candidates of diverse backgrounds. Related graduate degree (Ph.D. or M.Ed.) preferred, or equivalent (extensive experience of relevance to the position) may be considered. If applicable, proof that you are a member in good standing with the provincial teacher certification organization (e.g. OCT). Previous successful experience teaching in pre-service teacher education programs will be an asset.
Experience in using onQ/D2L or other online classroom platforms/learning management systems (Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas). Ability to use the learning management system (onQ/D2L) tools to interact with students. For example, the ability to participate in classroom discussion boards, grade students’ discussion contributions, grade assignments. Working knowledge of current online technologies and social media.
Application Instructions
Submit applications in one PDF file to employment.education@queensu.ca.
A complete application consists of:
a) a cover letter, include at least one paragraph per course you are applying to that explains how you are qualified to teach the course and a statement regarding Canadian citizenship / permanent resident status (e.g., “I am a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”; OR “I am not a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”).
b) a complete and current curriculum vitae (C.V.). If your classroom teaching has occurred within the last 5 years, a reference letter from a school administrator from the last school you taught at, and/or a letter from a board official (e.g., Superintendent from the school district you taught, and the names and contacts of two referees). Alternatively, if your teaching has not been within the past 5 years, please include two letters of reference.
c) course evaluations and/or teaching assessments should be submitted as part of your teaching dossier.
d) indicate the location(s) you are interested in when submitting your application package.
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous/Aboriginal people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+persons.
Deadline to apply: Thursday, July 18, 2024