The Faculty of Education invites applications for the position of Sessional Lecturer (EDUC 140) – Introduction to Indigenous Studies.
Sessional Lecturer
EDUC 140 – Introduction to Indigenous Studies
Learn and Earn Indigenous Youth Summer Program
Faculty of Education, University of British Columbia
Situated on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) people, the Office of Indigenous Education at the University of British Columbia invites applications for a three-week sessional lecturer position for July 2025 Learn and Earn Indigenous Youth Summer Program. The Learn and Earn Program offers Indigenous high school students in grades 10–12 the opportunity to explore university life through a three-week, experiential summer experience grounded in Indigenous knowledge, environmental stewardship, and culturally-responsive practice. A partnership between the UBC Faculty of Education, UBC Faculty of Forestry and the Vancouver School Board – Indigenous Education Department, this program supports students in earning dual credit toward both high school and post-secondary coursework.
Program Dates: July 3 – July 25, 2025
Time: Monday to Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM* (blend of half-day/full-day offerings)
Location: University of British Columbia, Vancouver Campus
The course is taught in a small group format. The successful candidate must hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years teaching experience. A master’s degree is preferred. Applicants must demonstrate a proven ability to lead and contribute to Indigenous education, possess a strong knowledge of the BC curriculum and its alignment with the First Peoples Principles of Learning, and have comfort teaching collaboratively. Additionally, candidates should exhibit a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as experience collaborating with Indigenous families and communities. The successful applicant should be knowledgeable about the inclusion of Indigenous history, content and worldviews in the K-12 curriculum and/or have experience working in Indigenous education. Persons of Indigenous ancestry and/or who possess knowledge of the local community and language/culture are preferred.
EDUC 140 Course Description (3 credits)
This course explores selected issues affecting the Indigenous peoples of British Columbia, the cultural and historical antecedents to these issues, and Indigenous viewpoints. The course draws from various disciplines as well as from the knowledge of Indigenous resource people to illuminate these issues.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will:
- Collaborate with the Learn and Earn team and partner teacher to develop and implement course programming
- Liaise with Office of Indigenous Education and VSB staff
- Mark assignments and provide feedback
- Attend orientation meetings
- Participate in planning sessions prior to the July program offering
- Be passionate about land-based and experiential learning
- Participate in and co-plan field trips to the UBC Research Forest
Salary is aligned with UBC policy for sessional lecturer
Application Procedure. Deadline: May 10, 2025
Application Materials: Interested candidates are invited to submit an application package that includes:
- a cover letter indicating the position sought and relevant teaching experience including a summary of teaching experiences and working with Indigenous youth or within Indigenous education
- current curriculum vitae
- an EDID statement included within the cover letter that describes and documents your contributions to equity, diversity, inclusion and decolonization (EDID) through your teaching, leadership, service, and community engagement
- names and contact information for three references
Direct the application package to:
Jessica Knott, Director of Indigenous Programs and Engagement
indigenous.education@ubc.ca
604-822-5465
Electronic applications preferred.
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Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Decolonization: Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. The Office of Indigenous Education, 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 learning, and have a strong commitment to fostering inclusivity and teaching effectively in a welcoming environment. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the BC 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, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. For more information about the Faculty of Education’s commitments and work related to equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization, please visit educ.ubc.ca/equity.
