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.
Please note: The Spring/Summer 2026 ITEP Term Adjunct Posting (deadline March 3) can be found below this post
Spring/Summer 2026 Term Adjunct Positions
On behalf of the Faculty of Education, applications are invited for Term Adjuncts for the following Spring/Summer 2026 Education courses. These positions are conditional upon course enrolment numbers. Note: This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the University.
Posted on: Friday, February 27, 2026
Deadline to apply: Friday, March 13, 2026 (by midnight)
Compensation: The stipend for this position will be between $9,500 and $13,500. Actual salary will be commensurate with years of teaching experience and course weight, as per the Queen’s-QUFA Collective Agreement.
Bachelor of Education (BEd) Courses
CURR 389 The Arts: Visual Art (PJ) – 0.25 Credit Course
An introduction to visual art in the elementary grades. Participants come to understand that visual art is a form of personal expression and that it can be employed to increase visual perception and awareness. Through experimentation with the foundation materials of visual art, and by utilizing their various environments as sources of inspiration, participants will gain confidence in their ability to make artistic choices and to provide meaningful art experiences for their students. Topics include the elements and principles of design, colour theory, drawing, and assessment and evaluation of art.
- Location: Queen’s campus, Kingston
- Schedule: June 2026
- Approx. Enrolment: 32
PROF 503 Integrating Environmental Education in the Classroom – 0.167 credit course
Teacher candidates will explore how to integrate environmental education into all subject areas using two approaches: (a) personal awareness of natural history and natural systems and (b) critical analysis of the ways personal perceptions intersect with philosophical and theoretical frameworks of environmental education.
- Location: Queen’s campus, Kingston
- Schedule: June 2026
- Approx. Enrolment: 90
PROF 504 Educational Technology as a Teaching and Learning Tool – 0.75+ Credit Course (weight depends on enrolment, and how sections are arranged)
This course will explore the integration of educational technology as a tool to support teaching and learning in K-12 classrooms. The range of topics will include Internet literacy and technologies that support student learning in various domains, group collaboration and personal expression. Particular attention will be paid to assistive technology and its use with special needs students. In small groups, participants will design technology-involved solutions to specific teaching and learning problems. Participants' technology-related presentation skills will be expanded through the creation of rich-media presentations of their design solutions.
- Location: Queen’s campus, Kingston
- Schedule: June/July 2026
- Approx. Enrolment: 300 (will include Teaching Assistant (TA) support, and includes lab session which are in smaller groups, run by TAs)
PROF 506 English Language Learners – 0.5 credit course
The diversity in Ontario's classrooms requires every teacher to know the policy and program implementation in supporting a fast growing student population of English Language Learners - both Canadian-born and newcomers from other countries including international students. This course is designed to explore the relationships between the learning of the English language and the learning of school contents through English in order to maximize learning in the classroom.
- Location: Queen’s campus, Kingston
- Schedule: June/July 2026 and July 2026
- Approx. Enrolment: 40
BEd 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.
Technological Education Multi-Session (TEMS) Courses
PRAC 4X7 Practicum (TE) - 0.25/0.33 credit course
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.
- Location: Dependent upon location of Teacher Candidate placements.
- Schedule: May 2026
- Approx. Enrolment: TBD – compensation is based on number of students supervised.
CURR 360 Teaching Tech Ed, Pt 1 – 0.5 credit course
Provides an introduction to teaching and learning in contemporary technological education. Teacher candidates examine and practice strategies for teaching and learning that enable students to develop capability in the twin contexts of design education and technology education. Lesson planning, teaching strategies, workshop and classroom organization, questioning techniques, and responses to student behaviour will be discussed in the context of the practicum.
- Location: Queen’s campus, Kingston
- Schedule: July 2026
- Approx. Enrolment: 30
CURR 361 Teaching Tech Ed, Pt 2 – 0.5 credit course
Provides an introduction to the theoretical underpinnings of teaching and learning in technological education. Using creative activity to promote high school students' intellectual growth is a particular focus of readings and discussions. Course activities provide opportunities to combine knowledge from educational research with experience in order to promote, and assess, quality student learning and to develop an informed approach to professional practice.
- Location: Queen’s campus, Kingston
- Schedule: July 2026
- Approx. Enrolment: 30
CURR 368 Curriculum Dev in Tech Ed, Pt1 – 0.5 credit course
The ability to teach effectively depends to a large extent on a teacher's ability to act as a curriculum planner for both long and short term planning. Readings, discussions, and activities are used to combine research and teacher candidates' experience in order to become curriculum planners in broad-based technology. Introduction to concepts, practices, and processes of the curriculum field. Teacher candidates use this knowledge, and their professional and school experiences to articulate models of curriculum, assessment, and evaluation that will guide their practice as curriculum planners. CURR 368 gives candidates the opportunity to understand curriculum guidelines and how they are translated into curricular possibilities for Grades 9 to 12. Candidates complete a project and project report for Grade 9, discuss possible curricular approaches for Grade 10, and articulate a proposal for a Grade 11 or 12 community-based project.
- Location: Queen’s campus, Kingston
- Schedule: July 2026
- Approx. Enrolment: 30
CURR 369 Curriculum Dev in Tech Ed,Pt 2 – 0.5 credit course
Teacher candidates further investigate theory, concepts, practices, and processes of the curriculum field to link the community to school technological education programs. Teacher candidates use this knowledge, and their professional and school experiences to an application of the community-based project curriculum model. Using this curriculum model, teacher candidates plan and write a Grade 11 or 12 course profile.
- Location: Queen’s campus, Kingston
- Schedule: July 2026
- Approx. Enrolment: 30
TEMS Qualifications
Successful intermediate-senior Technological Education 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 and teaching adult learners in a post-secondary environment 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)/sections 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: Friday, March 13, 2026 (by midnight)
Spring/Summer 2026 ITEP Positions
On behalf of the Faculty of Education, applications are invited for Term Adjuncts for the following Spring/Summer 2026 Indigenous Teacher Education Program (ITEP) courses. Note: This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the University.
Posted: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Deadline to apply: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Compensation: The stipend for this position will be between $9,500 and $13,500. Actual salary will be commensurate with years of teaching experience and course weight, as per the Queen’s-QUFA Collective Agreement.
ITEP Sites:
- Akwesasne - AK
- Lambton Kent - LK
- Manitoulin North Shore - MNS
- Mushkegowuk Territory - MT
- Pikangikum - PIK
- Tyendinaga - TY
Indigenous Teacher Education Program (ITEP) Courses
PRAC 4X5 Practicum Supervision as Faculty Liaison – 0.25/0.33 credit course
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.
Some practicums require a valid driver’s license, and ability to drive in Ontario, as travel may be required. Compensation is based on Appendix U in the QUFA Collective Agreement and paid after visits are completed.
- Location: Dependent upon location of Teacher Candidate placements.
- Schedule: May 2026
- Approx. Enrolment: TBD – compensation is based on number of students supervised.
PROF 110 Self As Teacher – 0.5 credit course
Introduction to schools, teaching, and curriculum in their historical, political, social and philosophical context. Exploration of policy, practice and professional portfolios, with an emphasis on reflective and critical thinking.
- Location: All sites will be merged. Instructor will be expected to teach in-person at 1-2 ITEP sites (depending on instructor’s home location) while being live-streamed to remaining program locations.
- Weekend Schedule: May 3, May 22-24, June 12-14
- Approx. Enrolment: 40
PROF 503 Integrating Environmental Education in the Classroom – 0.167 credit course
Teacher candidates will explore how to integrate environmental education into all subject areas using two approaches: (a) personal awareness of natural history and natural systems and (b) critical analysis of the ways personal perceptions intersect with philosophical and theoretical frameworks of environmental education.
- Locations:
- TY/MT – In-person instruction at TY site, live-streamed to MT site
- LK
- MNS
- PIK
- AK - requires a valid passport
- Schedule: July 6-31, exact course dates TBD
- Approx. Enrolment: varies by location
PROF 504 Educational Technology as a Teaching and Learning Tool – 0.25 credit course
This course will explore the integration of educational technology as a tool to support teaching and learning in K-12 classrooms. The range of topics will include Internet literacy and technologies that support student learning in various domains, group collaboration and personal expression. Particular attention will be paid to assistive technology and its use with special needs students. In small groups, participants will design technology-involved solutions to specific teaching and learning problems. Participants' technology-related presentation skills will be expanded through the creation of rich-media presentations of their design solutions.
- Location: All sites will be merged. Instructor will be expected to teach in-person at 1-2 ITEP sites (depending on instructor’s home location) while being live-streamed to remaining program locations.
- Schedule: July 6-31, exact course dates TBD
- Approx. Enrolment: 55
CURR 384 Literacy – 0.25 credit course
Provides opportunities for teacher candidates to explore some of the topics briefly introduced in CURR 355, but in much more detail. Topics include theoretical and practical issues regarding: i. literacy teaching and learning in Kindergarten classrooms; ii. adolescent literacy; iii. supporting students who struggle with literacy competency and iv. literacy connections that support learning.
- Locations:
- TY/MT – In-person instruction at TY site, live-streamed to MT site
- LK
- MNS
- PIK
- AK - requires a valid passport
- Schedule: July 6-31, exact course dates TBD
- Approx. Enrolment: varies by location
CURR 386 Numeracy – 0.25 credit course
Provides opportunities for teacher candidates to explore some of the topics briefly introduced in CURR 383, but in much more detail. Topics include theoretical and practical issues regarding: i. numeracy teaching and learning in Kindergarten classrooms; ii. adolescent numeracy; iii. supporting students who struggle with numeracy competency and iv. numeracy connections that support learning.
- Locations:
- TY/MT – In-person instruction at TY site, live-streamed to MT site
- LK
- PIK
- AK - requires a valid passport
- Schedule: July 6-31, exact course dates TBD
- Approx. Enrolment: varies by location
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.
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)/sections 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.