EDU 128: Teaching Science: Junior/Intermediate
This course introduces teacher candidates to theories, research, and methodologies for teaching science and technology in the junior and intermediate grades. This course focuses on the content and expectations of the Ontario curriculum and provides teacher candidates with opportunities for planning lessons and activities for teaching basic science concepts for a diversity of Grade 4-10 students. (1.5 credits)
The Position
Redeemer University invites applications for an adjunct position in the School of Education B. Ed. program for the Winter term of 2027. The course will run for six weeks, between January 11 and February 26, 2027. (Reading Break is February 15 - 19). The course is currently scheduled to run on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00 - 4:15. Candidates must be aligned with Redeemer’s Christian identity and mission of integrating faith into learning.
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 and/or current teaching experience at the Kindergarten level using the Ontario Curriculum is an asset.
Education, Training and Certification
Candidates should possess a BEd and a Master’s degree.. Certification with the Ontario College of Teachers is an asset. Interested applicants who do not have a Master’s degree or certification, but who have experience teaching with the Ontario Science Curriculum are encouraged to apply.
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.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applicants are requested to apply via the "Submit your Application" link.
Expiry date: Posted until filled (applications will be reviewed upon submission, so please apply as soon as possible)
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.
