Open date: June 18, 2025
Submit complete applications by: July 18, 2025.
The Indigenous Teacher Education Program (NITEP), within UBC’s Faculty of Education, one of the world’s leading faculties of its kind, invites internal nominations for the position of Part-time Lecturer (50%) and Prince Rupert Field Centre Coordinator.
Situated on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territories of the xwmə0kwəy’əm (Musqueam) people, the Indigenous Teacher Education Program (NITEP) in the Faculty of Education at the University of British Columbia invites applications for a Part-time (50%) Lecturer position in the area of Indigenous Education. NITEP will be establishing a field centre in the area of Lax Kw’alaams on BC’s Northwest coast for a four-year period (2025-2029), and this Part-time (50%) Lecturer will work as Field Centre Coordinator. The appointment is expected to begin on August 15, 2025, or as mutually agreed upon between the University and the successful candidate. This position will teach classes, coordinate the program and provide student support.
The Field Centre provides a unique opportunity for local Indigenous students to complete a full, accredited Bachelor of Education Program with a 21-credit specialization in Indigenous Education within their community, without the requirement to move to Vancouver. We encourage applications from experienced educators who are interested in teaching and coordinating a teacher education program in the traditional territories of the Ts’msyen People on or near Prince Rupert, British Columbia.
The successful candidate must possess a Masters degree in a relevant field and have a valid Teaching Certificate in BC (or eligible for registration). Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching experience in K-12 schools, live in Prince Rupert or Lax Kw’alaams, and have a track record of being approachable, compassionate, and organized in their work with students.
The successful candidate will teach core NITEP courses in the Field Centre in person, in the Prince Rupert area, for students in all years of the program, including curriculum relevant to Indigenous Education, and to supervise observation practicum. The successful candidate supports students in completing the program which involves problem-solving for students and disseminating accurate information regarding required academic courses, in communication and collaboration with other Field Centre Coordinators. This position is expected to:
- Coordinate and supervise students’ educational practicum placements, including communication with schools and sponsor teachers.
- Provide access to and oversee student service supports including tutoring, counseling, cultural, and financial support.
- Organize local student-oriented events that contribute to student development in the NITEP program (e.g., NITEP orientation, mentoring, workshops, monthly lunches, and other program related events).
- Organize an academic bridging series for incoming Indigenous students.
- Liaise and work cooperatively with field centre partners, local First Nations, Indigenous organizations, and schools in the regional Field Centre area.
- Assist with local recruitment efforts and career fairs including those through (1) Strengthening Connections visits; (2) local community career fairs; (3) local high schools; and, (4) local post-secondary institutions.
- Assist applicants with applications and registrations in collaboration with NITEP staff.
- Collaborate and support the participation of Elders and Knowledge Keepers as part of NITEP programming (coursework, transitions program, mental health and wellness program).
The annual workload for the position is 15 credits (equivalent to five courses), which will include teaching and coordination responsibilities.
This position is subject to final budgetary approval. The expected pay range is $55,000 – $60,000 per annum. Starting salary is determined both by the candidate’s qualifications and experience and by their placement on the career progress scale within the Faculty of Education. This position is renewable for up to four years, subject to satisfactory performance and student enrolment.
NITEP, the Faculty of Education, and UBC are dedicated to the goal of building a diverse and inclusive academic community. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate a commitment to and expertise in decolonizing, reconciliation, anti-racist, and social justice approaches to teaching and have a strong commitment to fostering inclusivity and teaching effectively in a welcoming environment. For more information about the Faculty of Education’s commitments and work related to equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization, please visit this link.
UBC is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world. The UBC Faculty of Education is one of the leading Faculties of its kind in the world, tied 1st in Canadian rankings and ranked 10th globally. Our work advances educational research and understanding of teaching and learning in a way that affirms diversity, equity, and innovation, and takes part in international collaboration in an interdependent globe. We provide a comprehensive set of programmatic offerings at the baccalaureate, magisterial, and doctoral levels. For more information on the Faculty of Education, please visit this website.
Interested candidates are invited to submit an application package that includes:
- a cover letter indicating the position being sought (please indicate whether or not you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident);
- curriculum vitae;
- a statement of teaching philosophy;
- evidence of teaching effectiveness and excellence (including course outlines and student evaluations, if available);
- an equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization (EDID) statement that describes and documents your contributions to EDID through your teaching and community engagement, addressing the following three areas: (1) understanding of and knowledge about EDID, (2) track record in advancing EDID, and (3) future plans for EDID; and
- names and contact details of three references. Letters of reference will only be requested for candidates who are advancing to the next stage in the search process.
Complete applications must be provided in the format of one bookmarked PDF file addressed to Dr. Dustin Louie, Director, NITEP, and sent electronically to nitep.educ@ubc.ca. Following the submission of the application, the applicant will receive an Equity Survey link via email. Completion of the Equity Survey is required as part of the application process. Accommodations are available on request for all applicants with disabilities at all stages of the search process. To confidentially request accommodations, please contact educ.hr@ubc.ca.
While the search remains open until the position is filled, interested applicants are encouraged to submit their complete application package by July 18, 2025. Questions regarding this search and the application deadline should be directed to Dr. Dustin Louie (dustin.louie@ubc.ca).
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Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the British Columbia Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
