The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is located on Epekwitk, part of the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaw nation. This territory is covered by the Treaties of Peace and Friendship, which recognize Mi'kmaw title and establish the ongoing relationship between the Mi'kmaw nation and the Crown. We are all treaty people. 

The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) welcomes applications for sessional instructors, beginning Winter, 2025. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Please note: the course offered below will be taught in person, unless otherwise specified as an online course.

IKE 1040-14 - Indigenous Teachings of Turtle Island

This course is an introduction to the various Nations on Turtle Island. It will be a combination of classroom and culturally based learning. Anchored in L’nu (Mi’kmaq) knowledge, students will learn about ceremony, protocol, Elders, and traditional teachers. In turn, these will help foster a mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual understanding of Indigenous worldviews and ways of knowing. This course also introduces Canada’s history of genocide and cultural assimilation imposed upon Indigenous Peoples. It will discuss why anyone living in Canada needs to know this history. Three hours a week. 

Qualifications: 

Successful applicants will have a minimum master’s degree with an avid interest in actively supporting first year students’ intellectual development and learning competencies in inquiry. 

Candidates are required to state their Indigenous status in the application and proof of such is part of the hiring process.

The UPEI Faculty of IKERAS emphasized experiential learning in teaching Indigenous pedagogies and scholarship; candidates who can contribute to that focus are encouraged to apply. In addition, our faculty values candidates with strong academic qualifications, traditional knowledge, leadership in reconciliation, and direct Indigenous land-based experience.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster in the academic unit. 

UPEI is recognized as a leading, innovative center of excellence in learning, teaching, scholarship, and research. While it is strongly connected to the vibrant social and cultural environment of Prince Edward Island, it enjoys a reputation that extends far beyond the Island’s shores. The IKERAS faculty has strong ties to the local Indigenous communities on and off reserve. Visit some of the vibrant local Indigenous organizations highlighted on our faculty website: https://www.upei.ca/faculty-of-indigenous-knowledge-education-research-and-applied-studies/indigenous-organizations

Application Instructions: 

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research outline, and teaching dossier (e.g., teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, previous syllabi). Candidates should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to the address below. 

An application package including and addressing all the elements listed above must be submitted electronically as a single PDF file to: 

Dr. Angelina Weenie – Dean of IKERAS
Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research and Applied Studies (IKERAS)
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Canada C1A 4P3
Telephone: (902) 620-5313
E-mail: aweenie@upei.ca

 UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation, and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment. 

The closing date for applications is October 30^th, 2024; however, applications will be considered until the position is filled.