Instructor, Six-Month Term, Curriculum & Pedagogy, Faculty of Education, Winter 2027

The Department of Curriculum and Pedagogy is inviting applications for a six-month term position to be held on campus beginning in the Winter term of 2027. The successful candidate will have experience teaching in the Canadian K-12 school system, with preference given to those who have taught in K-8 and are able to teach courses in one or more of Social Studies, English Language Arts, and/or Science Methods (see the course list below). Graduate education in the specialization area of Curriculum and Pedagogy is considered an asset. The successful candidate should have knowledge of the relevant Manitoba curriculum in their area(s) of specialization, and familiarity with the Manitoba Framework for Learning and Supporting documents. Candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to service, an ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and a dedication to EDIDR practices. The Department seeks candidates who can connect their current research to K-12 schooling and have knowledge of the current trends in research in pedagogy.
Applicants are encouraged to speak to their qualifications to teach at least three of the following 2027 Winter Term on-campus undergraduate courses in their application packages (See the Brandon University Undergraduate Calendar for course descriptions):
Course #
Title
02.320
Creative Activities
02.334
Teaching English as an Additional Language (Early-Middle Years) 02.433 General Methods of Teaching French as a Second Language
02.455
Teaching Reading, Thinking, Study Skills (Middle/Senior Years)
02.459
Intro to English Language Arts Methods (Middle Years)
02.477
Social Studies Methods (Middle Years)
03.353
Science Methods (Early Years)

Qualifications: A relevant Master’s Degree is required; a PhD is preferred. Applicants may seek to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to the Master’s Degree degree and are invited to contact the Office of the Dean of Education on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials.

Rank & Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Application Deadline: August 12, 2026 or until position is filled.

Start Date: January 1, 2027
Internal Applicants: Qualified internal applicants are invited to apply. Internal applicants are current full-time or part-time Brandon University Faculty Association (BUFA) Members on a continuing or regular appointment (does not include Contract Academic Staff (CAS)), CAS who hold RFR in one (1) or more courses in the Department identified in this posting, or the spouse/partner of a current full-time or part-time BUFA Member on a continuing or regular appointment. Internal applicants are required to identify as such in their letter of application.

To Apply:
Interested applicants are invited to submit an application package as one single electronic file (e.g., PDF) containing a letter of application (including details regarding area of specialization and its relevance to the stated position requirements and preferences), a curriculum vitae, the names and contact information of three (3) references, a document outlining your teaching philosophy, a statement of interest in teaching specific courses from the courses listed above that includes an explanation as to how their qualifications and experience meet the needs of those courses, and a statement on citizenship/Canadian immigration status to:
(Dr. Alysha Farrell, Dean of Education)
Brandon University
[email protected]

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at [email protected]. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.