Job Description

The StFX University Faculty of Education, in partnership with StFX Online Learning & Professional Studies, invites applications for a Part-time Academic Instructor for the following course:

Course Number and Title: Education 512: Play-Based Curriculum for Lifelong Learning

Course Description: This course provides graduate students with a deep understanding of the research and practice of incorporating play in early elementary grades in public schools. Planning, assessing and enacting a play-based curriculum are key course outcomes.

Start and End Dates: July 20 to July 30, 2026

Class Schedule:

• Classes are four days a week, for two weeks: July 20-23 and July 27-30
• Times: 9:30 am to 2:30 pm (Atlantic time)

Delivery Mode: Online

Qualifications: Candidates should have a PhD or MEd with significant experience in the course area. The committee will begin consideration of applicants on May 10, 2026

Application Instructions: Applicants must attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume and the names of three references. Applicants who attach a curriculum vitae/resume and cover letter are not required to duplicate this information in the application fields.