CBU and Unama’ki College are seeking qualified applicants in all undergraduate subject areas interested in teaching part-time courses with our In-Community Degree Program in mainland Nova Scotia, specifically in Millbrook First Nation and Sipekne’katik First Nation.
Applicants should hold a graduate degree in their respective discipline and be passionate about inclusive education. Travel to the classroom location is required for in-person teaching. Travel expenses are covered, including mileage, accommodations and meal per diems. Hybrid delivery options are also available.
ABOUT THE TEACHING OPPORTUNITY
We offer flexible course start dates throughout the year. Courses are offered in a modular format with a 4-week teaching commitment per course. Instructors must be available to teach 9 hours per week during evenings or weekends to accommodate working students. Course dates for 2025/26 run through September to April.
IN-COMMUNITY PROGRAMMING
For more than 30 years, Unama’ki College’s In-Community Degree Programs have been making post-secondary education more accessible to Indigenous students by offering tailored degree programming across Mi’kma’ki. Students have the opportunity to earn a degree from CBU while studying at home, close to their families and supports systems in addition to receiving specialized student support from CBU.
Applicants can send their resume and cover letter to: stephanie_mccormick@cbu.ca
We accept applications on an on-going basis.
Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
CBU is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and applicants are encouraged to self-identity if they are part of a marginalised community, or have experience working with Indigenous communities.
If we contact you for an interview and you are a person with a disability who requires technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance.
Cape Breton University
Human Resources Dept.
HumanResources@cbu.ca
1250 Grand Lake Road,
Sydney, NS B1M 1A2