ASSISTANT PROFESSORS, BACHELOR OF EDUCATION PROGRAM
Faculty of Education
Four Full-Time Term Positions:  July 2, 2008 to June 30, 2009
One Full-Time Term Position:  September 2, 2008 to June 30, 2009
Thompson and The Pas, Manitoba
Competition No. 2834

University College of the North (UCN), is implementing a teacher education program with an Aboriginal and northern focus.  The program will be offered in September, 2008 and the specific date for the commencement of duties is to be negotiated.  Positions are subject to final budgetary approval.

The Positions: These positions involve teaching the core curriculum of the Bachelor of Education Program; developing curriculum in the area of specialization; mentoring students; liaising with Aboriginal communities and organizations; and participating in other program functions.  The successful candidates will demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarship.  UCN is committed to providing opportunities for continuing education.

Qualifications:  Candidates will hold a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline; applicants with Master’s degrees and relevant experience may be considered at a lower rank.  A teaching certificate with teaching experience in First Nations or public schools (K-12) is preferred, as well as teaching in a teacher education program.  Candidates will have demonstrated creative and culturally-relevant instructional practices with adult and Aboriginal learners; as well as experience in program/curriculum development. Good communication skills (both oral and written), managing for results and change, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational, thinking, leadership and computer skills are required.  Crucial to this position is a demonstrated ability to understand cultural influences and issues specific to adult learners in northern communities.  Experience supervising the practicum for student teachers is an asset, as is experience with distance education.  Knowledge of Manitoba Education, Citizenship and Youth K-12 curriculum is preferred.  The ability to speak an Aboriginal language indigenous to northern Manitoba is an asset.

Employment equity is a factor in the selection process. UCN is committed to increasing the representation of Aboriginal peoples at all levels within our faculty and staff.  Applicants are invited to indicate in their covering letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, one representative writing sample (article-length), and evidence of teaching effectiveness; and should arrange for three references to submit letters on their behalf.

CLOSING DATE:  June 27, 2008 or until the positions are filled.

Apply in writing to: University College of the North, Attention: Human Resources, P.O. Box 3000, The Pas MB R9A 1M7; Fax: (204) 623-4414; Email:  hrinfo@ucn.ca (preferred format).

For inquiries, please contact Al Gardiner, Dean of Education, at 1-866-627-8500 or email agardiner@ucn.ca.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Legislation (Manitoba).

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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