Open Call- Sessional Instructors -  University Year 1 Consortium program (UP)

Open Call for Sessional Instructors – UP

Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) is a unique Indigenous Institute, recognized by community, government, and institutions of higher learning as a Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Knowledge. SNP offers postsecondary, secondary, and trades education and training, and maintains formal partnerships with nine publicly funded Ontario universities and colleges while collaborating with six Ontario-based Indigenous-owned and controlled post-secondary institutes.

For more information, visit: www.snpolytechnic.com

JOB PURPOSE

Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) is seeking to expand the pool of sessional instructors available to teach within the University Year 1 Consortium program (UP). Sessional instructors are responsible for preparing and delivering lectures, developing course materials and assessments, and evaluating student performance in accordance with program expectations.

SNP is committed to providing a high-quality Indigenous teaching and learning experience within the Six Nations of the Grand River community. The program is a one-year, community-based university preparation program offered at SNP in partnership with six leading Ontario universities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

Sessional instructors are responsible for:

• Delivering 12 three-hour lectures
• Preparing course materials and instructional resources
• Designing and administering assignments, tests, and final assessments
• Grading and submitting final course marks
• Posting materials and assessments to the course webpage
• Responding to student inquiries and providing academic support
• Holding regular student office hours
• Communicating with the Senior Associate Dean or Unit Coordinator
• Participating in required meetings or training sessions and positively contributing to a community of practice amongst teaching staff and learners

Duration and Workload

• 16-week contract, including 12 weeks of instruction
• 120 total hours per course (approximately 7.5 hours per week)

Weekly expectations include:

• 3 hours in-class instruction
• 1 hour student office hours
• 3.5 hours preparation, grading, meetings/training, and course administration

Candidates must be available weekdays (9:00am – 12:00pm or 1:00pm – 4:00pm).

Salary: $7,020 per course

EDUCATIONAL KNOWLEDGE

Applicants should demonstrate:

• A Master’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education, Indigenous knowledge, language proficiency, and relevant experience

Course Offerings – University Year 1 Consortium Program (UP)

• CAYUGA 1Z03 – Introduction to Cayuga Language & Culture (McMaster University)
• CAYUGA 2Z03 – Intermediate Cayuga (McMaster University)
• ENGL 109 – Introduction to Academic Writing (University of Waterloo)
• HS 1001 – Personal Determinants of Health (Western University)
• HS 1002 – Social Determinants of Health (Western University)
• INDIGST 1A03 – Introduction to Indigenous Studies (McMaster University)
• INDIGST 1AA3 – Introduction to Contemporary Indigenous Studies (McMaster University)
• MOHAWK 1Z03 – Introduction to Mohawk Language & Culture (McMaster University)
• MOHAWK 2Z03 – Intermediate Mohawk (McMaster University)
• PS 101 – Introduction to Psychology I (Wilfrid Laurier University)
• PS 102 – Introduction to Psychology II (Wilfrid Laurier University)
• SOCIOL 1C03 – Canadian Society: Social Problems, Social Policy, and the Law (McMaster University)
• SOCIOL 1Z03 – Introduction to Sociology (McMaster University)
• SK 111 – Introduction to Social Welfare (Wilfrid Laurier University)
• SK 121 – Introduction to Social Work: Values, Ethics, and Practice (Wilfrid Laurier University)

All courses at Six Nations Polytechnic are 3-unit courses consisting of 12 weeks of 3-hour lectures.

For full course descriptions visit: https://share.google/HPFraG7tW4BYl2R7h

We are seeking professionals and instructors interested in being considered for future sessional instructor opportunities. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and retained for consideration as teaching assignments arise. This posting is intended to establish a pool of candidates and does not represent a specific current vacancy. Submission of an application does not guarantee employment or an interview.