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.
Term Adjunct Fall/Winter 2026-2027 Positions
On behalf of the Faculty of Education, applications are invited for Term Adjuncts for the following Fall/Winter 2026-2027 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, July 17, 2026
Deadline to apply: Friday, July 31, 2026
Below, you will find the following types of courses:
- BEd (Bachelor of Education)
- FSLM (French as a Second Language Multi-session)
- TEMS (Technological Education Multi-Session)
At the end of each section, you will find the required qualifications and job requirements for teaching in that program. Application instructions – which are the same for all programs – can be found at the very bottom of this posting.
Compensation: The stipend for this position ranges from $9,544 to $13,551 (based on 0.5 course weight). Actual salary will be commensurate with years of Queen’s University teaching experience and course weight, as per the Queen’s-QUFA Collective Agreement.
Bachelor of Education (BEd) Courses
FOUN 100 Psychological Foundations of Education (PJIS) – 0.167 credit course
This course introduces teacher candidates to the psychological foundations of education. It involves readings, lectures, group activities and presentations. Topics covered will include theories that relate to classroom teaching and an exploration of mental health issues as well as the role of educators in supporting student's mental health.
- Location: Queen’s campus in Kingston
- Schedule: Fall 2026 (November/December)
- Approx. Enrolment: 560
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.
French as a Second Language Multi-session (FSLM) Courses
FOUN 100 Psychological Foundations of Education – 0.167 credit course
*Blended format – partially in person, partially online.
This course introduces teacher candidates to the psychological foundations of education. It involves readings, lectures, group activities and presentations. Topics covered will include theories that relate to classroom teaching and an exploration of mental health issues as well as the role of educators in supporting student's mental health.
- Location: Queen’s campus in Kingston
- Schedule: Fall 2026: September 18-20, October 23-25, November 20-22, December 11-13
- Approx. Enrolment: 40
FLSM Qualifications
In depth knowledge and experience in teaching in the subject area. Evidence of excellent teaching in elementary French immersion or core setting is preferred, but not necessary. Demonstrated interpersonal and teaching skills, including the ability to collaborate and work with faculty members, staff, and graduate students with diverse backgrounds. Successful primary or intermediate-senior teaching experience is an asset. Related graduate degree (PhD or MEd) 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
PROF 417 Theory and Professional Practice – 0.25 credit course
Focuses on connecting practicum experiences with on-campus learning and introduces the process of constructing and documenting professional knowledge. This course emphasizes understanding and improving teaching and learning and associated classroom practices.
- TEMS Location: (Please specify which area you are applying for)
- Greater Toronto Area
- Queen’s campus in Kingston
- TEMS Schedule: Fall 2026: September 19-20, October 24-25, November 21-22, December 12-13
- Approx. Enrolment: 40
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.
- TEMS Location:
- Greater Toronto Area
- TEMS Schedule: Fall 2026: September 19-20, October 24-25, November 21-22, December 12-13
- Approx. Enrolment: 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 cover letter, including 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”).
- a complete and current curriculum vitae (C.V.) that includes your address. 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.
- course evaluations and/or teaching assessments should be submitted as part of your teaching dossier.
- 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.