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HIS-221 Canadian History: Pre-Confederation

HIS-221 : Canadian History: Pre-Confederation
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Adjunct  On site Open until filled Starts: January 2025
Redeemer University invites applications for an adjunct instructor in History beginning January 6 for the winter term, 2025. This is a 3-credit course currently scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays, from 12:00 to 1:15 pm.
Redeemer University invites applications for an adjunct instructor in History beginning January 6 for the winter term, 2025. This is a 3-credit course currently scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays, from 12:00 to 1:15 pm.

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For over 41 years Redeemer University has prepared the next generation of Christian leaders. Redeemer is committed to a Christian undergraduate liberal arts and sciences education that develops the whole person.

Rooted in a Reformed Biblical worldview, and including a diverse community representing over 50 Christian denominations, Redeemer seeks to answer the fundamental questions about where we fit into God’s story while it prepares students to engage in society’s biggest challenges. A rigorous academic program with an interdisciplinary core is supported by a vibrant community characterized by caring discipleship. The result is an enriching and transformational educational experience integrating faith, learning and service.

Redeemer offers 41 majors and streams that lead to either a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Business Administration degree. The university expects to welcome about 1000 students in the fall, served by approximately 200 faculty and staff.

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HIS-221 Canadian History: Pre-Confederation
HIS-221 : Canadian History: Pre-Confederation
faculty
Adjunct  Open until filled Starts: January 2025

Course Information

HIS-221: Canadian History: Pre-Confederation

A survey of the history of Canada from the earliest times until the conclusion of the colonial period. Special emphasis is placed on the experiences of Indigenous peoples and the development of the religious and political characteristics of colonial societies amidst the challenges of the physical environment.

The Position

Redeemer University invites applications for an adjunct instructor in the History program to teach Canadian History: Pre-Confederation in the winter term 2025. Candidates must be aligned with and passionate about Redeemer’s Christian mission of integrating faith in teaching. Candidates should possess a relevant Master's degree or a PhD. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated record (or show potential) of excellence in undergraduate teaching.

Responsibilities

  • All duties associated with teaching this course. Such duties are guided by approved course-level learning outcomes.
  • Scheduled office hours with students.
  • Non-classroom time made up of preparation of lectures, student consultation, marking or grading, including grade appeals and cases of academic dishonesty.

Preferred Skills and Attributes

  • Previous teaching experience at the university-level is preferred.

The Application Process

As a liberal arts and sciences university rooted in the Reformed tradition of Christianity, we seek candidates committed to this framework. Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching quality, the names of two individuals who have agreed to provide letters of reference should the applicant advance to a later stage of the process.

In addition to these materials, applicants must include a short statement describing their own Christian faith commitment and practice, its alignment with Redeemer’s mission and its impact on their academic and professional work. A range of qualifications will be evaluated, including distinguishing characteristics that demonstrate congruence with Redeemer’s identity as a university in the Protestant and particularly Reformed Christian tradition.

The position is open until filled. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Redeemer University offers equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for this position.

Direct applications to: Dr. Peter Neumann, Vice President, Academic

Submit applications to: facultysearch@redeemer.ca (please quote position title in subject line)

Expiry date: Posted until filled (applications will be reviewed upon submission, so please apply ASAP)

Anticipated start date: January 2025

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