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Department/Program: Indigenous Studies (formerly the Department of Aboriginal Studies)
Description of Position: snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ Langara College is seeking instructors for part-time positions in the Department of Indigenous Studies (formerly the Department of Aboriginal Studies) beginning August 1, 2025.
The part-time position(s) will include instruction of two or more courses per semester in the department. This could lead to full-time work.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of growing Indigenous Studies at snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ Langara College. We are seeking instructors with a strong record of excellent teaching adult learners, active relationships within Indigenous communities, and an appetite to nurture and grow Indigenous Studies at snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ Langara College.
Successful candidates will have experience living and working within Indigenous communities and a good understanding of diverse Indigenous value systems, cultural practices, protocols, and ceremony. Land-based experiences and knowledge are considered an asset. Experience working with Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers is also considered an asset.
We are hiring for instructors who are able to teach the following courses:
INDG/ABST 1100 Canadian Indigenous Experience
INDG/ABST 1102 Indigenous Culture, Identity, and Community
INDG/ABST 1104 Canadian Indigenous Policy
INDG/ABST 1115 Indigenous Contemporary Issues
INDG/ABST 1200 Criminal Justice and Indigenous People
INDG/ABST 2100 Indigenous Community – Applied Research
INDG/ABST 2120 Canadian Indigenous Law
INDG/ABST 2230 Indigenous Community Development
INDG/ABST 2240 Urban Indigenous Strategies
Please see the link for course descriptions: https://langara.ca/aboriginal-studies-courses
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This position will be committed to developing Indigenous curriculum in the Department and supporting both Indigenous and non-Indigenous learners. The selection process will exclusively prioritize Indigenous people, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit applicants of Canada. We encourage all well qualified Indigenous applicants to self-identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit when applying for this position. We will ask applicants to provide documentation in support of their self-identification. Documentation can include, but is not limited to, Certificates of Indian Status, Métis Citizenship Cards, and Inuit beneficiary cards or documents. Community reference letters from a recognized leader or organization may also be accepted in relation to identity.
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Length of appointment: August 1, 2025 - ongoing
Start Date: August 1, 2025
Salary Range: Salary placement is on snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ Langara instructors’ salary scale in accordance with qualifications and experience.
Employee Group: LFA
Application Information: Please upload your resume and cover letter, no later than 4:30pm on the closing date.
If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Laura MacKay (Dean of Social Sciences and Community Programs) at lmackay@langara.ca or Melissa Roberts (Selection Committee Chair) at mroberts@langara.ca
We thank you for your interest and advise that only those shortlisted will be contacted. Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce.
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People and Culture is committed to embracing, honoring, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We remain dedicated to focusing our efforts on creating an inclusive employee community that fosters a sense of safety and belonging for everyone. We humbly acknowledge that we are just beginning our journey, which includes engaging in our own internal learning and creating a data-driven action plan that supports the integration of EDI practice into the work of People and Culture and the work we do with employees and leaders. Langara College welcomes applications from everyone including people from groups that are experiencing inequity including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please contact us.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume. In addition, those shortlisted with international credentials must have their education credentials evaluated through WES (World Education Services) and provide Langara College, People & Culture document evaluation access for employment purposes.
We thank you for your interest in Langara College and for taking the time to complete an application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications received.
Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce.