Assistant Professor ILTA/Assistant Professor in Science and Technology Education, P/J/I Teacher Ed

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About Brock University  

The Brock University experience is second to none in Canada. Located in historic Niagara region, Brock offers all the benefits of a young and modern university in a safe, community-minded city, with beautiful natural surroundings. With over 18,000 students and more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in seven diverse Faculties, Brock excels at providing exceptional experiential learning opportunities and highly rated student and campus life experiences. 

Our Geography 

Brock University’s main campus is situated atop the Niagara Escarpment, within a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, overlooking the city of St. Catharines, in the heart of Niagara wine country. The Niagara region is dotted with landmarks that recognize our nation’s history and features breathtaking natural beauty and world-famous attractions. St. Catharines is home to vibrant arts and entertainment venues, and is a short drive from Toronto, Niagara Falls, and Buffalo, New York. With one of the warmest climates in Canada, clean, safe communities, and surprisingly affordable real estate, Niagara is an exceptional location to call home. 

What we Offer  

Brock University offers competitive salary and benefits. For candidates considering relocation, moving expenses will be administered according to the Brock University Faculty Association Collective Agreement.   

About the Faculty (or the Department) 

The Faculty of Education at Brock University, with a proud history dating back to 1965, is home to nearly 33,000 alumni and currently serves a vibrant community of undergraduate and graduate students across its St. Catharines and Burlington campuses. Renowned for its excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement, the faculty offers a range of innovative programs, including eight Concurrent Teacher Education programs and two fully online degrees. Our mission is to educate exceptional educators by fostering academic excellence, promoting experiential learning, and engaging meaningfully with Indigenous and community partners. With a vision rooted in innovation, adaptability, and empathy, our researchers and students make a tangible impact in education—locally and globally—by supporting lifelong learning and advancing the field through real-world application and celebrated achievements.

Brock University’s Teacher Education Program is located on two campuses. The main campus is situated atop the Niagara Escarpment, within a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, overlooking the city of St. Catharines, in the heart of Niagara wine country. Brock University’s second campus is in the City of Burlington, with ready access to the surrounding city and the QEW.

Brock University’s main campus is situated on land which is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

About the Position  

The Faculty of Education invites applications for a 2-Year Instructional Limited Term Appointment (ILTA), in the Department of Educational Studies, in Science and Technology Education, in the Primary/Junior/Intermediate Teacher Education Program. This position involves teaching Science and Technology education and pedagogy across two teaching divisions (Primary/Junior (Grades K-6), and Junior/Intermediate (Grades 4-10)) as described by the Ontario curriculum. The two (2) year appointment, subject to budgetary approval, will commence January 1, 2026.

The successful candidate will have expertise in the area of Science Education, broadly defined to include pedagogies in Grades K-10 schooling and have familiarity with the Ontario Grade 1-8 and 9-10 Science and Technology, and Science Curriculum (P/J/I divisions).

Experience with Science Education in Ontario including the Science and Technology and Science curricula and teaching Science and Technology education at the P/J and J/I levels is essential. Additional experience with the Ontario Environmental Education (K-12) scope and sequence and Ontario’s Environmental Education policy, Acting Today, Shaping Tomorrow, is desirable. Experience teaching at the post-secondary level is required.

Qualifications   

Preferred candidates will have:
(1) A completed doctorate or equivalent in Science Education or related field is required. Doctoral candidates who are ABD may be considered if they meet the other qualifications. Equivalency for Indigenous candidates will also be considered,
(2) experience in university teaching and curriculum development in face-to-face and blended learning environments, particularly in Science and Technology education and pedagogy applicable to a teacher education program,
(3) experience n classroom teaching at the Primary/Junior/Intermediate levels (K-10),
(4) science disciplinary background (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth/Environmental Sciences) and school-based experiences teaching science/STEM in K–10 schools,
(4) experience in inquiry-based, experiential, environmental and sustainability education, and anti-oppressive pedagogies,
(5) familiarity with Indigenous perspectives in Science Education and the Truth and Reconciliation (TRC) Calls to Action related to education,
(6) experience with integration of equity, environmental and sustainability justice, and citizenship education,
(7) facility with Universal Design for Learning (UDL), differentiated instruction, and culturally responsive pedagogy,
(8) familiarity with the use of digital and multimodal platforms in their teaching, organizational planning and lesson delivery (e.g., Brightspace, Microsoft Suite),
(9) evidence of strong connections with Science and Technology Education organizations at the local, provincial, and national level, and
(10) Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) certification or equivalent qualification, along with knowledge of the OCT’s Standards of Practice and Ethical Standards.

This ILTA position is a teaching intensive position, with primary responsibility being teaching the following courses at both the St. Catharines and Burlington campuses in Brock University’s Teacher Education Program:

EDBE 8P37 – Science and Technology: Primary/Junior
EDBE 8P27 – Science and Technology: Junior/Intermediate

The successful candidate may be required to teach additional courses in the Teacher Education Program. Details about courses offered in the Teacher Education Program may be found at the following link: 2025-2026 Undergraduate Calendar.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to decolonization, reconciliation, anti-racism, and social and ecological justice issues within teacher education learning contexts in course design and teaching.

We welcome candidates sharing their research program, experiences, and scholarly and teaching recognition.

To Apply: Applicants should submit a single PDF file comprised of: 1) a letter of application, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) teaching dossier including (statement of teaching philosophy and experience, (5 pages maximum), sample teaching materials, and evidence of successful teaching experience (e.g., evaluations), and 4) names and contact information for three referees of high standing (they will only be contacted for short-listed candidates). The file is to be submitted via the Workday online application system (Note: file maximum of 5MB per attachment upload) by the closing date.

Applications can be submitted to the following link: https://brocku.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/brocku_careers/job/St-Catharines-Main-Campus/Assistant-Professor-Instructional-Limited-Term-Appointment–ILTA—-Assistant-Professor-in-Science-and-Technology-Education–in-the-Primary-Junior-Intermediate-Teacher-Education-Program_JR-1022282

Deadline to submit applications: October 3, 2025.

This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Our Commitment

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of employment equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) peoples, Black people, people with disabilities, members of visible minorities/racialized groups, and Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and additional sexually and gender diverse (2SLGBTQI+) persons are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as a member of a designated group as part of their application. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups should fill out the Self-Identification Form and include the completed form with their application.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy https://brocku.ca/policies/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/Employment-Accommodation-Policy.pdf. Please advise: talent@brocku.ca  to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  

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