2026/2027, Winter Term, Course-Based Opportunities, Faculty of Education – The Pas, MB

The Faculty of Education is seeking qualified Contract Academic Staff (CAS) to teach the following course in the 2026-27 Session on site in The Pas, MB in the Winter term. Please apply by submitting a letter of application, a curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three referees in a single pdf file in English to the Office of the Dean of Education (see email below), and indicate the course name(s) and number(s) in your email. The courses will run based on sufficient enrollment and budgetary approval.

02.793 Graduate Explorations in Education: Cree/nêhinaw Language (Indigenous focused CAS position)

This course provides an exploration of Cree language education grounded in Cree/nenohwewiniw worldviews, oral traditions, community knowledge, and culturally responsive pedagogies. Students will critically examine existing K–12 Cree language curricula and explore immersion, bilingual, and community-based approaches to Cree/nêhinaw language teaching and learning. Particular attention will be given to the development of land-based, culturally responsive, and locally relevant instructional materials and learning experiences. Central to the course is the integration of Cree/nenohwewiniw ways of knowing, being, doing, and relating, oral traditions, and community-engaged learning into educational practice.

Qualifications:

  • Cree/nêhinaw language proficiency: A high level of oral and written Cree language proficiency, with particular knowledge of Swampy Cree.
  • Community-based language education knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Cree language education grounded in Cree/nenohwewiniw worldviews, oral traditions, community knowledge, and culturally responsive pedagogies relevant to Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN) community.
  • Dialectal and Orthographic Knowledge: Demonstrated ability to recognize and navigate variations in Cree dialects/variations, particularly Swampy Cree/ nêhinaw language, and familiarity with different Cree orthographic conventions, including Standard Roman Orthography (SRO) and its spelling variations.
  • Differentiated language instruction: The course will be offered to students with varying levels of Cree language proficiency. Instruction will be differentiated to support student’s individual learning needs, with opportunities for beginners to develop foundational skills and more advanced speakers to deepen their proficiency.
  • An M.Ed. or equivalent academic or professional credential, in the specialization area, is preferred. Indigenous applicants who seek to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency are invited to contact the Chair of the Selection Committee (use email below) for more information on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials. Section 15.2.2 of the current Collective Agreement between Brandon University and the Brandon University Faculty Association (available at https://www.brandonu.ca/hr/files/BUFA-2023-27-Collective-Agreement.pdf) also provides information about determining equivalencies for First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Non-Status Indigenous applicants (see page 83).
  • Experience working in K-12, post-secondary and/or community-based educational contexts.

Salary: $8132.00 per 3 credit hour course

Application deadline: A review of applications will begin on November 17th, 2026. The posting will remain open until filled.

Schedule: Tuesdays, 5:00–8:00 p.m.
Location: The Pas
Term: January 5–April 9, 2027

OES Spring Break: No classes March 29–April 2, 2027.

To apply, please see the below checklist of required information, and forward a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names of three referees, in a single PDF document directly via email to Dr. Alysha Farrell at DeanofEd@Brandonu.ca and indicate to which position you are applying.

Contract Academic Staff Application Checklist

  • A separate cover letter (and package) must be included for each course you want to teach.
  • A cover letter that speaks to:
    o Your education and experiences as an educator that illustrate how you are qualified to
    teach the course.
    o Your understanding of and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
    o The timeslots that you are available to teach.
  • In your Curriculum Vitae, please include:
    o Education and training background in field
    o Evidence of M.Ed. and / or PhD or Ed. D
    o Evidence of teaching experience in Canadian Public Schools and/or other relevant community contexts.
    o Evidence of successful post-secondary teaching experience.
    o Evidence of relevant ongoing professional development, professional memberships, publication(s), conference presentations, and /or community involvement.
    o Contact information for 3 references.
    o Attachments showcasing successful teaching, for example, student course evaluations and previous a previous course outline if available.

Issued Nov. 10, 2026

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 hr@brandonu.ca. 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.