The Department of Adult Education in the Faculty of Education invites applications for a Part-time Academic Instructor for the following course:
Course Number and Title: ADED 585 - Planning Programs for Adults
Course Description: This course focuses on a core area of adult education, program planning theory and practice. The same social, cultural, political and economic factors that influence other human social endeavours are found in program planning; complex planning processes both influence and are influenced by various contexts, behaviours, locations and purposes. Students will engage with program planning’s main theorists and practitioners and will be encouraged to apply theoretical understandings to their practice and in working in diverse contexts and learning communities
Start and End Dates: July 6 - August 14 (subject to final budgetary approval)
Class Schedule: TBD
Delivery Mode: Online
Qualifications
Candidates should have a PhD or a MAdEd with significant experience in adult education.
Application Instructions
To apply for this opportunity, click the "Apply Now" button and upload your cover letter, resume and references. Review of applications will begin on May 1, 2026 and continue until the position has been filled.
St. Francis Xavier University is located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People.
Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians), persons with disabilities, those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at hr@stfx.
