The Faculty of Education is seeking applicants for a 10-month term position in the BEd (français langue seconde) program, to commence on May 1, 2023. This appointment is subject to final budgetary approval. 

The successful candidate will be bilingual, have superior oral and written French, have a Bachelor of Education and a relevant Master’s degree, and demonstrate successful teaching in a K-12 context in one or more aspects of French Education (French Immersion, French First Language, Core French, Intensive French). The successful candidate will ideally have experience teaching sciences and social studies at the intermediate and senior level and may be required to supervise student teachers. A valid driver’s license is required. Teaching in a post-secondary context is considered an asset.   

The Faculty of Education is committed to developing caring, compassionate, and innovative teachers.  We offer 12-month Bachelor of Education programs in English and French Education, a Master of Education degree in both course-based and thesis-based streams, and a PhD in Educational Studies. 

Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a MEd or Ph.D. in a related field and should be committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching. Preference will be given to qualified candidates with experience teaching courses at the post-secondary level.

Application Instructions:

A complete application to be submitted in pdf format must include a cover letter stating: (a) a statement of Canadian status (citizen, permanent resident, or other) and driver’s license status, (b) a description of current experience in French education, and (c) a brief statement outlining your teaching philosophy. Also include a curriculum vitae and contact information for three references who will be contacted by phone or email for a written letter of reference. Only complete files will be considered.

Applicants should submit their full application via email to Dr. Debbie MacLellan, Interim Dean, c/o Karen-Anne O’Halloran, Administrative Assistant to the Dean at kohalloran@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. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Review of applications will begin on February 6, 2023, and continue until a suitable applicant is identified.