Instructor - Faculty Of Arts & Sciences - English (Regular Faculty) | |
| Job ID | 37-DB-29-AD-1D-62 |
| Company | Capilano University |
| Location | North Vancouver |
| Province | British Columbia |
| Date Posted | 2022-08-02 |
| Posted Until | 2023-01-29 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Category | Education |
| Description | |
| Capilano University is named after Chief Joe Capilano, an important leader of the Skwxwu7mesh (Squamish) Nation of the Coast Salish Peoples. Our campuses are located on the territories of the LiỈwat, xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam), shishalh (Sechelt), Skwxwu7mesh (Squamish) and SəỈilwəta?/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. The English Department at Capilano University seeks a teacher/scholar/writer who will help to teach a range of courses, including English 107: Indigenous Literature and Film, English 359: Indigenous Literatures, English 100: University Writing Strategies, and other courses that match their expertise. For the purposes of this position, Indigenous literatures includes storytelling in all its myriad forms. The English Department values the ability to teach, write, and think in settings outside of academia and welcomes scholars who are engaged in their communities, as well as scholars with teaching experience in university-level literature/storytelling or writing courses. The successful candidate will show a strong commitment to mentoring and supporting students from a wide range of backgrounds. The successful candidate may have the opportunity to select a workload that includes a combination of both teaching and other duties related to the strengthening of relationships with our Indigenous communities and supporting their fellow faculty members in their Decolonization and Indigenization efforts. CapU is currently undergoing an exciting phase of growth, with new BA and BSc programs under development across the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, including in English. The Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences' new academic model highlights regional and experiential based learning, with opportunities for land school courses, and connections to the sea-to-sky community. The English Department at CapU is committed to diversifying and supporting our teaching faculty. Candidates will most likely have experience teaching writing and/or literature/storytelling at the undergraduate level. A specialization in Indigenous literatures, Indigenous feminisms, queer/two-spirit studies, decolonial literatures, or other modes of storytelling (e.g. film, music, visual arts, etc) is preferred, but scholars in all fields of literature/storytelling and creative writing will be considered. Come join our Canoe family! Learn more about the Coast Salish Canoe, carved by Master Carver Ses siyam (Ray Natraoro) here. | |
| Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Education Requirements | While a PhD is preferred, an MA in Literature or a closely related field is required in-hand or near completion at the time of application. For creative writers and storytellers, a master's degree and publication project will be considered equivalent. We also invite applicants with a combination of scholarship, lived experience, and community engagement. Letters of application should address the candidate's philosophy of undergraduate teaching and their ability to foster an equitable and inclusive community within the University. In alignment with a Special Program approved by the BC Office of the Human Rights Commissioner, the roles and responsibilities for this position entail delivery of Indigenous content and, as such, applicants who self-identify as Indigenous or having Indigenous ancestry may be given priority in the recruitment process. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their cover letter. Applicants are also encouraged to describe how their lived experience as an Indigenous person informs their scholarship and/or community work and to outline their experience working with Indigenous communities/students. Applicants who are invited to interview will be asked to prepare a 10-15 minute teaching demo as well as provide at least one sample syllabus. Previous teaching evaluations and/or community endorsements are optional though encouraged if readily available to the candidate. Please note that candidates must reside in BC at the time of hire. The position will remain open until filled. |
| Languages | English |
| How To Apply | Click "Apply Now" Interested applicants should submit their cover letter and CV directly to the Capilano University career page. Capilano University is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. |
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