The Faculty of Education in the University of New Brunswick invites applications for a three-year limited term Instructor appointment in International Baccalaureate K-12 Instruction. This appointment will commence July 1, 2021 or as soon as possible there after subject to final budgetary approval.
Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a Masters in Education and significant experience with the IB program and with the IB schools located in the Maritimes. The applicant must demonstrate excellence in his/her teaching. Experience teaching in IB schools is required, and preference will be given to candidates with a Science Education background.
We are seeking someone who will take a leadership role in the design and delivery of the IB courses and will provide primary administrative support to the program. The candidate may also be required to do some advising and application review. The successful candidate will teach in the K-12 program and within the IB program. They will supervise and coordinate IB practicum placements and locate internship sites and mentors.
The University of New Brunswick is one of the oldest public universities in Canada. It offers in degrees in more than 60 disciplines encompassing a range of academic and professional programs. The Faculty of Education offers graduate and undergraduate programs (both online and face-to-face) for a wide variety of learners and educational contexts. The Faculty is active in international programs and has been highly successful in obtaining research grants and contracts.
Fredericton, New Brunswick, is located by the Saint John River, has many kilometres of walking trails and a very active art community. Noted as one of the world "smart cities", Fredericton provides the possibility for a balanced, environmentally friendly lifestyle.
Deadline for applications is April 15, 2021. Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. Applications must include a full curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy and the names, addresses and phone/email of three confidential referees and be directed to the email address provided below.
Dr. Sharon Wahl
Dean Faculty of Education
University of New Brunswick PO Box 4400, Fredericton, NB, Canada E3B 5A3
Email: wjones@unb.ca
Phone: 506-453-4862
Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.