Instructor, Indigenous Education - Term
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Instructor, Indigenous Education (Term Full-Time)
School of Indigenous Education
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Term Position Available (anticipated May 12, 2025 up to December 31, 2025)
SALARY: $63,375 - $+6,+46 per annum*
The successful candidate with a Masters or PhD in a related field will receive an Educational Supplement of $2,850 or $5,700 per annum, respectively, pro-rated on an hourly basis.
POSITION LOCATION: Manitou a bi Bii daziigae (Winnipeg, MB)
At RRC Polytech we aspire to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a preference hiring practice will be applied. First consideration will be given to applicants who self-identify within their application as one or more of the following equity-deserving group(s): Women, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Persons of the 2SLGBTQlA+ Community. First consideration will also be given to internal applicants. For more information about our hiring practices, please visit: www.rrc.ca/hr/work/hiring-process/.
Employment support is available to both internal and external candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) seeking employment at Red River College Polytechnic. For guidance on the application process, interview preparation, or to discuss accommodation needs, applicants are invited to contact our Indigenous Recruitment Consultant at humanresources@rrc.ca.
ELIGIBILITY LIST: This competition may be used to establish a 6 month eligibility list of qualified candidates for future vacancies.
DUTIES
Reporting to the Chair, Indigenous Innovation and Science Education, Red River College Polytechnic is looking for an Instructor for the Social Innovation and Community Development Program. Responsibilities include course development, classroom instruction, supervision and guidance of students, student evaluation, advising of students, maintenance of student records and other professional duties related to instruction. Examples of subject areas are environmental studies, Indigenous knowledge, water security and stewardship, wetland ecology and land relations, truth and reconciliation, and biodiversity and ecology. The incumbent is also required to participate in department and College committees and assist in student orientation and graduation activities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as Environmental Studies, Indigenous Studies, Climate Science, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability, or a related discipline; a combination of education and relevant experience may be considered
Experience in environmental industries, and land relations
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to use conflict resolution techniques to facilitate positive outcomes
Demonstrated leadership skills
Strong presentation skills
Ability to teach on campus and remotely
Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work independently as well as in small to large group settings
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated understanding and application of Two-Eyed Seeing, incorporating both Indigenous Knowledge and Western Science in environmental education.
Experience working with Indigenous Communities, Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development
Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement
ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
Experience developing curriculum and instructing at a post-secondary level
Certificate in Teaching for Learning or Adult Education
Experience developing and instructing distance-delivered courses including online
Experience using a Learning Management System (LMS) to deliver blended (synchronous and asynchronous) instruction
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada
This position may be required to work evenings and/or weekends
This position may be required to work throughout the academic year including the summer months
Instructors are required to complete the Teaching for Learning (TFL) in Applied Education program or have previously completed the Certificate in Adult Education (CAE)
May be required to work at various RRC Polytech campuses
This position may be required to travel
Incumbent must hold a valid class 5 driver`s license
Please note that applicants internal to Red River College Polytechnic must apply through My Portal on HRIS Unlimited.
From Industry to Classroom: Become an Instructor
Join us on April 28 and 30, 2025, to discover the unique rewards of teaching at RRC Polytech’s first-ever Industry to Classroom networking event. Visit the Exchange District Campus or Notre Dame Campus – or both! – to learn about RRC Polytech’s mission, the impact you can make as an instructor, and the comprehensive supports available to help you succeed. Discover the flexibility of teaching, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to shape the future workforce. For more information, please visit www.rrc.ca/instructor to learn more and register.
RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anishininwak, Dakota Oyate, and Denésuline, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.
We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.
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Instructor, Indigenous Education (Term Full-Time)
School of Indigenous Education
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time, Term Position Available (anticipated May 12, 2025 up to December 31, 2025)
SALARY: $63,375 - $+6,+46 per annum*
The successful candidate with a Masters or PhD in a related field will receive an Educational Supplement of $2,850 or $5,700 per annum, respectively, pro-rated on an hourly basis.
POSITION LOCATION: Manitou a bi Bii daziigae (Winnipeg, MB)
At RRC Polytech we aspire to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a preference hiring practice will be applied. First consideration will be given to applicants who self-identify within their application as one or more of the following equity-deserving group(s): Women, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Persons of the 2SLGBTQlA+ Community. First consideration will also be given to internal applicants. For more information about our hiring practices, please visit: www.rrc.ca/hr/work/hiring-process/.
Employment support is available to both internal and external candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) seeking employment at Red River College Polytechnic. For guidance on the application process, interview preparation, or to discuss accommodation needs, applicants are invited to contact our Indigenous Recruitment Consultant at humanresources@rrc.ca.
ELIGIBILITY LIST: This competition may be used to establish a 6 month eligibility list of qualified candidates for future vacancies.
DUTIES
Reporting to the Chair, Indigenous Innovation and Science Education, Red River College Polytechnic is looking for an Instructor for the Social Innovation and Community Development Program. Responsibilities include course development, classroom instruction, supervision and guidance of students, student evaluation, advising of students, maintenance of student records and other professional duties related to instruction. Examples of subject areas are environmental studies, Indigenous knowledge, water security and stewardship, wetland ecology and land relations, truth and reconciliation, and biodiversity and ecology. The incumbent is also required to participate in department and College committees and assist in student orientation and graduation activities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as Environmental Studies, Indigenous Studies, Climate Science, Natural Resource Management, Sustainability, or a related discipline; a combination of education and relevant experience may be considered
Experience in environmental industries, and land relations
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to use conflict resolution techniques to facilitate positive outcomes
Demonstrated leadership skills
Strong presentation skills
Ability to teach on campus and remotely
Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work independently as well as in small to large group settings
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated understanding and application of Two-Eyed Seeing, incorporating both Indigenous Knowledge and Western Science in environmental education.
Experience working with Indigenous Communities, Social Entrepreneurship and Community Development
Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement
ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
Experience developing curriculum and instructing at a post-secondary level
Certificate in Teaching for Learning or Adult Education
Experience developing and instructing distance-delivered courses including online
Experience using a Learning Management System (LMS) to deliver blended (synchronous and asynchronous) instruction
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada
This position may be required to work evenings and/or weekends
This position may be required to work throughout the academic year including the summer months
Instructors are required to complete the Teaching for Learning (TFL) in Applied Education program or have previously completed the Certificate in Adult Education (CAE)
May be required to work at various RRC Polytech campuses
This position may be required to travel
Incumbent must hold a valid class 5 driver`s license
Please note that applicants internal to Red River College Polytechnic must apply through My Portal on HRIS Unlimited.
From Industry to Classroom: Become an Instructor
Join us on April 28 and 30, 2025, to discover the unique rewards of teaching at RRC Polytech’s first-ever Industry to Classroom networking event. Visit the Exchange District Campus or Notre Dame Campus – or both! – to learn about RRC Polytech’s mission, the impact you can make as an instructor, and the comprehensive supports available to help you succeed. Discover the flexibility of teaching, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to shape the future workforce. For more information, please visit www.rrc.ca/instructor to learn more and register.
RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anishininwak, Dakota Oyate, and Denésuline, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.
We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.