Bachelor of Indigenous Sustainable Food Systems, Curriculum Developer
First Nations Technical InstituteEmployment Opportunity
Bachelor of Indigenous Sustainable Food Systems, Curriculum Developer
Position Type: Contract
Position Status: New Position
Location: Remote
Reports To: Academic Dean, FNTI Programs
Hourly Rate: $48/hour, plus 4% vacation pay
About FNTI (First Nations Technical Institute)
FNTI is an Indigenous-owned and governed post-secondary institution dedicated to serving Indigenous learners. Established in 1985, FNTI has graduated over 4,000 students through certificate, diploma, and degree programs delivered in partnership with Ontario’s colleges and universities.
As a First Nation-mandated, not-for-profit, and registered charitable organization accredited by the Indigenous Advanced Education and Skills Council (IAESC), FNTI delivers a range of post-secondary programming grounded in Indigenous knowledge and community connection. Through its community-driven and intensive delivery model, FNTI enables learners to remain connected to their families and communities while pursuing meaningful educational and career pathways.
Since the Indigenous Institute Act, 2017, FNTI has advanced the development of independently accredited degree programs, created by Indigenous people, for Indigenous people. Programming is delivered from its main campus in Tyendinaga on the Bay of Quinte, as well as virtually.
About Bachelor of Indigenous Sustainable Food Systems at FNTI
The Bachelor of Indigenous Sustainable Food Systems program is a four-year Honours Baccalaureate Degree Program. The program consists of 8 semesters and 120 credits and is currently in development.
The program will be delivered in a hybrid format, utilizing FNTI’s distinctive intensive mode model to provide those interested in Indigenous food systems with a transformative educational journey. The program emphasizes community-based experiences, aligned with course outcomes, which is supported by the Integrated Experiential Learning (IEL) Office. Learners also gain a critical perspective by examining Canadian food practices and policies through an Indigenous lens.
Program Goals
- Equip graduates to advance Indigenous food sovereignty through community-led initiatives.
- Promote respectful integration of Indigenous knowledge systems with Western science.
- Support learners in strengthening food security, nutrition, and cultural continuity.
- Develop ethical leaders who advocate for Indigenous food sovereignty and self-determination.
- Embed Indigenous languages, storytelling, and cultural teachings in food systems education.
- Provide land-based and experiential learning rooted in seasonal cycles and community practices.
- Teach sustainable stewardship of lands and waters through Indigenous worldviews.
- Prepare graduates to analyze and influence food policy, treaties, and governance frameworks.
- Inspire innovation and entrepreneurship in food systems that respect cultural protocols.
- Train students in community-driven research and knowledge-sharing that honours Indigenous data sovereignty.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop course content that supports the approved course outline and learning outcomes.
- Apply AODA, UDL, Indigenous, and adult learning principles to all learning activities.
- Incorporate Program Advisory Circle feedback into curriculum design where applicable.
- Create curriculum documents using FNTI’s template, including:
- class topics, assessments, rubrics, and schedules,
- learning resources (print, video, online),
- instructor notes, handouts, lecture slides, graphics, and functional web links.
- Provide PDFs of all print and digital learning materials in final deliverables.
- Complete each course within a maximum of 135 development hours over a negotiated timeline.
- Participate in required meetings with the FNTI team to review expectations and ensure alignment with FNTI’s teaching philosophy.
Qualifications and Competencies:
- Completed Master of Education or related graduate education emphasizing experiential, land-based, or food systems learning in an Indigenous context, or a combination of education, training, and experience which FNTI deems to be equivalent.
- Significant experience with experiential learning, land-based education, portfolio development, or practicum/internship supervision is beneficial.
- Advanced knowledge of Indigenous food systems, histories, and contexts in Canada, including the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Indian Control of Indian Education, Indigenous ways of teaching and learning, and Indigenous language revitalization.
- Demonstrated skills and experience coordinating learning and creating curriculum materials for experiential and land-based food systems education, including practicum or internship-style courses.
- Able to work remotely.
Conditions of Employment
- Willing and able to travel occasionally and work overtime as required.
- Successful candidates must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Ontario, Canada.
Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility
FNTI is an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC), applicants may request accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
To request accommodation during the application process, please contact hr@fnti.net with the job title and accommodation details.
FNTI provides preference to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry who self-identify.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting:
- A cover letter outlining interest and qualifications
- A current resume
Applications must be submitted online through the FNTI Careers site by April 27, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Posting Date:
April 10, 2026
Application Deadline:
April 27, 2026