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The Bachelor of Indigenous Justice program has been accredited by IAESC (Indigenous Advanced Education and Skills Council) with the inaugural launch of the BIJ program in 2026.  </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>FNTI delivers programming locally through its main campus in Tyendinaga on Ontario’s beautiful Bay of Quinte, as well as virtually.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">FNTI is hiring Sessional Instructors for our Bachelor of Indigenous Justice Program. This job posting is to establish a qualified faculty pool.</span></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Description:</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>Under the direction of the Dean, Stand-Alone Programs, the Faculty Member plays a key role in teaching and knowledge dissemination; providing cultural support to learners; and contributing to administration, coordination, research, and community engagement. In all aspects of program development and delivery, the Faculty Member will privilege Indigenous Knowledge and Indigenous ways of knowing and being.</p>\n<p>The Faculty Member is responsible for meeting expectations across all phases—orientation, preparation, instruction, and learner follow-up/support—for up to 140 hours per course.</p>\n<p>The Faculty Member supports the Institute’s strategic priorities and adheres to the Values, Mission, and Vision of FNTI.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Responsibilities: </span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Teaching, Program Development &amp; Quality Assurance</span></p>\n<p>Curriculum &amp; Outcomes</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop curriculum to support vocational, course, and Indigenous learning outcomes and ensure it meets learners’ needs.</li>\n<li>Support all learning outcomes and design appropriate teaching methodologies for achieving them and assessing learner success.</li>\n<li>Ensure Indigenous Knowledge is infused in course content, with a focus on learner support and cultural context.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Instruction &amp; Delivery</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Prepare, instruct, and deliver courses within a cultural framework, adhering to FNTI’s “braided healing with learning” approach.</li>\n<li>Incorporate Indigenous knowledges, ways of knowing/being, and Indigenous worldview in course development and planning.</li>\n<li>Deliver 45 total contact hours over the course cycle, ensuring learner engagement through a mix of synchronous and asynchronous activities.</li>\n<li>Assess learner performance according to the course outline and FNTI’s academic framework; be responsible for overall assessment of learner work within assigned courses.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Cultural Framework &amp; Protocols</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Facilitate space for the inclusion of medicines and traditional healing practices during each course.</li>\n<li>Provide learners with cultural supports and assistance in ways meaningful to the learner.</li>\n<li>Collaborate with the Cultural Advisor to provide ceremonies and traditional teachings appropriate to meeting Indigenous learning outcomes.</li>\n<li>Implement appropriate Indigenous protocols within the classroom, ensuring the cultural framework is followed (e.g., openings and closings, smudging, circles, drumming and singing, cultural practices).</li>\n<li>Ensure Indigenous Pedagogy and Andragogy practices are implemented in the classroom wherever possible.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Learner Support, Case Management &amp; Debriefing</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Provide ongoing support throughout the 4-week cycle, including up to 6 office hours over the 45-hour course (outside instructional hours) for additional academic assistance.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Offer academic and learner support throughout the term of appointment (e.g., one-on-one mentoring, personalized academic guidance).</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Monitor and address academic progress, offering support and resources to ensure learner success.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Be available for informal interactions and community gatherings that foster belonging within FNTI’s learning community; attendance strengthens connections and promotes continuity and collaboration.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Service (Administration &amp; Coordination)</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Support program implementation planning (process development, mapping, evaluations, admissions committee selection, as required).</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) for daily lesson plans, presentations, and communication with students in advance of and during curriculum delivery.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Participate in program development, delivery, assessment, and revision with Knowledge Keepers, community members, students, program alumni, local community organizations, program staff, and faculty.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Participate in assessment/evaluation of the alignment of program curriculum, policies, and practices with program goals and philosophies.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Attend faculty and cross-team meetings, as required.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Debriefing/Program Evaluation: Following instructional activities and/or throughout the semester/academic year, participate in debriefing/program evaluation sessions with the teaching team and program leadership to review outcomes, address challenges, and contribute to ongoing course and program development.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Other duties as required.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Qualifications: </span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Education and Experience</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">A combination of Indigenous knowledge and teachings, with training and experience in at least one of the following; Indigenous history, Indigenous law, and Canadian and Aboriginal law.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">A Degree or Master’s Degree in a relevant field with at least three years teaching </span>in a post- secondary environment and experience working with Indigenous learners and communities; preference will be given for JD or LLM (Masters of Law).</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Demonstrated knowledge of the history of Indigenous peoples and communities.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Experience in delivering high quality teaching and curriculum development at the postsecondary level or equivalent education and experience as a practitioner in a related </span>Field.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Excellent organizational and time management skills;</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to perform in a complex, fast paced environment while maintaining a high </span>degree of confidentiality;</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to act as the leader in the classroom;</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Excellent written and oral communications skills;</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Demonstrated ability to conduct research as part of storyboard development;</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and successfully with Indigenous </span>communities and organizations;</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to build effective relationships in a cross-cultural setting, specifically as it relates </span>to Indigenous cultures;</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Familiarity with content development tools/programs;</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Excellent organizational skills and time management skills to meet tight deadlines;</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to think strategically and analytically with attention to detail;</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to work flexible hours when required.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Conditions of Employment: </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The Faculty Member must complete FNTI’s orientation, familiarize themselves with our curriculum, teaching methodologies, and guiding principles. They must attend relevant scheduled programs and teaching team meetings.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">In addition, participation in a mandatory two-day Wise Practice training is required. This training is pre-scheduled for the summer of 2026; regardless of when a course is taught, Faculty must make themselves available to attend this designated session.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Willing and able to travel on occasion as well as work overtime as required</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Successful candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Must be legally entitled to work in Ontario, Canada.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Equity, Inclusion &amp; Accessibility</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">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.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">To request accommodation during the application process, please contact <a href=\"mailto:[email protected]\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">[email protected]</span></a> with the job title and accommodation details.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">FNTI provides preference to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry who self-identify.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">How to Apply</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">A cover letter outlining interest and qualifications</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">A current resume</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Posting Date:</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">March 3, 2026</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Application Deadline:</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Open until Filled</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>",
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